Three takeaways from Michigan’s spring game
Michigan got out in front of the public eye for the first time in the Kyle Whittingham era, highlighted by a Michigan legacy playing well.
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Rating Michigan Stadium's new food offerings for the 2026 season
The Wolverines' new concessionaire didn't hold back with a spread to show off on Saturday.
Three takeaways from Eastern Michigan’s spring game
The Eagles wrapped up spring practice with a showcase in front of fans on Friday night at Rynearson Stadium.
Spring game preview: Eastern Michigan
The Eagles finish up spring practice on Friday night under the lights at The Factory, with some key position groups shaping up.
Spring game preview: Michigan State
The Spartans will look vastly different from 2025, from the head coach to the offensive line to the offensive scheme.
Spring game preview: Michigan
Michigan won't be playing a dozen or so key players, but it's still a big opportunity for Kyle Whittingham's first squad, in front of fans for the first time.
Behind CMU's defensive revamp is a heavy dose of patience
The Chippewas return just three players who started on defense in 2026, but aren't rushing to figure everything out this spring.
After Walt Bell’s adaptation helped WMU dominate last fall, the Broncos' offense aims to evolve
Bell now enters Year 3 and aims to push the Western Michigan offense to new heights after he went through the career wringer before arriving in Kalamazoo.
Notebook: Quick hits, CMU QBs, what spring games will look like
The five Mitten FBS teams are in the final stages of spring practice, with most of the spring games taking place next weekend.
Tate Omli, Kasey Teegardin reshaping EMU defense with a simple abbreviation
The Eagles went in house and promoted two assistants to co-DCs, and are liking the results through the spring.
Central Michigan WR Tommy McIntosh suffers torn ACL, will miss 2026 season
The productive returning senior for CMU will now go for a medical redshirt to return in 2027.
At Central Michigan, a program built at the offensive line emerges under Matt Drinkall
Central Michigan is no stranger to have elite linemen, and the new coaching staff — led by a former Joe Moore Award winner — is happy and intent to continue building on that legacy.
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Monday notebook: Quick hits on all 5 teams, CMU trying a WR at QB, freshmen of note
The five Mitten programs are grinding through the middle portion of spring practice, with plenty of news, notes and tidbits to keep up on, from WMU's OL depth to a Michigan transfer getting healthy.
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Q&A: Detroit native Shawn Smith on Super Bowl officiating assignment, coming up as ref
Smith spoke with Mitten Football about his Super Bowl assignment, his pathway in the profession and his full-time job with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
Western Michigan Broncos
Broc Lowry, WMU aim to expand passing offense in 2026
The Broncos finished among the worst passing offenses in 2025, and still won 10 games and a MAC title.
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Strong transfer class fuels Eastern Michigan OL optimism: ‘We hit on all those guys'
The Eagles had a major offensive line overhaul to undertake, and feel the five transfers could be transformational for the group.
Michigan Wolverines
Beginning Year 2, Bryce Underwood aims to grow as Michigan's leader
Underwood was challenged by new head coach Kyle Whittingham to take on more leadership of his team.
Western Michigan Broncos
Opening spring, Western Michigan’s focus turned to the future, tuning out past success
The reigning MAC champions aren't resting on their laurels, and have turned the focus to greater successes in 2026.
Michigan MAC
MAC 2026 schedule release: Michigan MAC slates, takeaways for CMU, EMU, WMU
The three Michigan MAC schools finally know their full conference slates, with some more happy than others about how it all fell together.
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Spring practice notes: CMU’s evolving offense, new vibes for MSU, UM
The Chippewas are evolving the offense to more of what the coaches desire, as MSU and UM settle in with new regimes.
Western Michigan Broncos
Western Michigan, Nadame Tucker enjoy fruits of star-turned 2025 season
The edge rusher led the nation in sacks and tackles for loss and will surely be drafted, something both he and the Broncos are quite happy about.
NFL Draft 2026
Pro day notes: Standouts, quick hits from workouts across the Mitten
All five FBS programs held pro days this past week, with a number open to media for viewing and interviews.
Michigan Wolverines
At Michigan pro day, Ernest Hausmann shares more on bipolar diagnosis, November absence
Hausmann first shared the story of his abrupt departure from the Wolverines last fall with Sports Illustrated in a tell-all interview.
Central Michigan Chippewas
Michael Heldman headlines Central Michigan’s Pro Day workouts
Heldman is the top draft prospect among the cadre for the Chippewas, as 14 former CMU players took the field on Wednesday.