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No. 5 Michigan upsets No. 2 UConn for best win in program history, 77-66
Michigan women’s basketball shatters history by beating No. 2 UConn 77‑66 on Nov. 5, 2026, securing the program’s first win over a top‑4 opponent after a 0‑31 streak. Junior wing Te’Yala Delfosse tops the box score with a career‑high 22 points and nine rebounds, while the Wolverines’ No‑2 zone stifles National Player of the Year Sarah Strong, holding her scoreless in the first half. Michigan’s hustle—nine offensive boards and seven points off forced turnovers—keeps the lead despite a late UConn surge, and All‑American guard Olivia Olson adds five points in the final minutes to seal a nine‑point advantage. The victory marks a new era for the Wolverines as they ascend into elite women’s college basketball.
Takeaways from No. 5 Michigan’s statement win over No. 2 UConn
No. 5 Michigan stunned No. 2 UConn 77‑66 at Crisler Center on Nov. 5, 2026, handing the Huskies their first loss of the season. The game featured 14 lead changes and a thrilling back‑and‑forth, with Michigan pulling away in the fourth quarter. Freshman forward Te’Yala Delfosse led the way, posting a career‑high 22 points and nine rebounds, while senior duo Olivia Olson (10 points) and Canadian guard Syla Swords (multiple threes) added crucial scoring. Michigan’s aggressive 2/3 zone forced turnovers and showcased the program’s rise toward elite status, setting the tone for a home‑and‑home series with the perennial powerhouse.
Alex Whittingham learning about MSU rivalry, shares own rivalry experiences
Linebackers coach Alex Whittingham says Michigan’s new roster is soaking up the intensity of the Paul Bunyan Trophy clash. He credits former Michigan lineman Jon Jansen for briefing the staff, and highlights graduate transfer Aisea Moa’s insider view from his recent stint at MSU. Whittingham also draws on his own rivalry pedigree—from beating BYU in Utah’s “Holy War” to NFL showdowns between the Chiefs and Raiders—while noting a chaotic 2018 Raiders‑Chiefs game where a busted restroom flooded the locker room. Fired up for Saturday night, he says the preparation is shaping the team’s excitement for the rivalry game.
3 bold predictions for Michigan Football vs Michigan State
The Maize n Brew preview predicts a turbulent showdown between Michigan and Michigan State on Nov. 5, 2026. Despite Michigan’s top‑3 total‑defense ranking and talent edge, the article warns of sloppy play and a struggling kicking unit—kicker Trey Butkowski has missed four field goals in two weeks. Three bold forecasts follow: Michigan will outgain the Spartans in total yardage, will miss three or more field goals, and, surprisingly, will lose a close 20-17 battle. The piece highlights recent back‑to‑back losses, coaching concerns, and the rivalry’s high stakes, prompting fans to decide if the Wolverines can avoid another one‑score defeat.
Recruiting Roundup: Michigan to host 5-star CB for 2nd time this fall
Michigan’s recruiting radar sharpens as five-star cornerback Nasir Richardson returns for a second visit this weekend, eyeing the Wolverines after a warm reception from coach Jernaro Gilford and his father. Meanwhile, four-star linebacker Skylar Alston will announce his commitment on Nov. 8, with Michigan among his top six choices, and in-state offensive lineman Braden Chaffin, a recent Stanford commit, takes an official visit to Ann Arbor. The Wolf‑pack aims to solidify its 2028 class amid growing competition from Miami and other programs.
Michigan Basketball focusing on improved rebounding ahead of UConn game
Michigan (No. 16) opened the season with a 79‑71 win over Oakland but was out‑rebounded 44‑42, surrendering 21 offensive boards. Coach Mike Boynton Jr. blamed the lack of guard rebounding and warned that UConn—an elite KenPom rebounding team—will exploit it Friday. With starter center Moustapha Thiam sidelined by flu, forward JP Estrella grabbed 12 rebounds before fouling out. Boynton stressed every player must box out, especially guards Roddy and Trey, who posted one and four defensive rebounds respectively. The Wolverines aim to tighten their glass work ahead of the primetime showdown against UConn’s dominant frontcourt.
Michigan Football’s Blake Frazier reveals how he learned he was being moved from LT to RT
Michigan offensive lineman Blake Frazier reveals he learned of his sudden switch from left tackle to right tackle just a day before the UTEP game, after Andrew Sprague’s injury forced the change. He describes the steep learning curve in pass protection and the need to adjust footwork, while noting he’s now more comfortable after five games on the right side alongside guard Brady Norton. Frazier also discusses Michigan’s struggling run game, citing movement issues and a modest improvement in the 161-yard effort against Rutgers. Looking ahead to the Michigan State rivalry, he stresses in‑state bragging rights and his personal goal to never lose to the Spartans, while embracing a larger leadership role.
‘He’s a natural playmaker’: Michigan Football is confident in QB Tommy Carr’s development
Freshman quarterback Tommy Carr sparked Michigan’s 28‑21 road win over Rutgers on Oct. 31, delivering a season‑high 320 yards, 22‑of‑27 completions and three touchdowns while scrambling for the game‑winning score. Coaches and teammates, including head coach Kyle Whittingham and tight end Hogan Hansen, praised his poise, decision‑making and natural playmaking ability, noting his calm under pressure and knack for extending plays. Carr’s breakout performances, following a comeback win at Penn State, signal strong development potential as Michigan looks to the future with confidence in their new starter.
Jon Jansen spoke to Michigan Football about ‘magnitude’ of MSU rivalry
Former Michigan offensive lineman Jon Jansen briefs the Wolverines on the “magnitude” of the Michigan‑State rivalry ahead of Saturday’s Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy. Jansen, a 1997 national champion, All‑American and 1998 Big Ten Lineman of the Year, stresses the game’s hostility, physicality and the importance of winning the rushing battle. Players like tight end Hogan Hansen and defensive tackle Trey Pierce echo his warning that the contest will be a four‑quarter physical grind and the biggest game of the season. Michigan enters the matchup on a four‑game winning streak and hopes to keep the line of scrimmage advantage alive.
Kyle Whittingham gives encouraging updates on key injuries
Coach Kyle Whittingham says Michigan’s defense will regain two key pass rushers—senior DE John Henry Daley and junior DE Dom Nichols—ahead of the Michigan State rivalry after a 21‑point loss at Rutgers. He also announces an open competition for the kicking job, noting sophomore Trey Butkowski’s 60% field‑goal rate. Freshman QB Tommy Carr earned Big Ten Freshman of the Week with 266 passing yards, a TD and two rushing scores, though he admits to missed deep throws to speedy receiver Andrew Marsh. Whittingham praises Carr’s film‑room work and stresses continual improvement as the Wolverines eye the Paul Bunyan Trophy.
1 Fact, 1 Fiction: Michigan and Michigan State for the Paul Bunyan Trophy
Michigan’s defense finally cracked, giving up over 20 points to Rutgers, while freshman quarterback Tommy Carr sparked an offensive surge. Yet the Wolverines still rank near the bottom of the Big Ten in passing, leaving OC Jason Beck on thin ice ahead of the Paul Bunyan Trophy clash. The Spartans, despite a winless conference record, boast a solid defense (50th in yards, 66th in points allowed) and hope to turn the rivalry into a low‑scoring upset. Both coaches warn against treating the game as routine, but Michigan’s recent four‑game winning streak and deeper roster could be neutralized if the offense stays flat. The article dissects the factual coaching pressure versus the fictional complacency surrounding the matchup.
CFP rankings 2026: Where Big Ten teams rank in first playoff top 25
The College Football Playoff committee releases its first Top 25, placing six Big Ten schools inside the rankings: Indiana #4, UCLA #8, Ohio State #12, Iowa #19, USC #20 and Oregon #23. UCLA leads the conference at 8‑0, while Indiana sits at 9‑1. If the season ended now, Indiana and UCLA would claim the two Big Ten playoff spots, with UCLA slated to host BYU. Betting odds favor Indiana (+1000) and Ohio State (+1300) for the title, while ESPN’s FPI gives Indiana an 84.3% chance to make the playoff.
2027 three-star OL Sidney Rouleau decommits from Michigan Football
Three-star offensive lineman Sidney Rouleau has decommitted from Michigan after originally signing in March. The 6‑foot‑5, 265‑lb Canadian visited Syracuse during Halloween weekend, and the Orange are reportedly pushing for his switch to the ACC. Michigan’s staff is moving on, with interior linemen Conner Rutherford and Braden Chaffin slated to visit Ann Arbor ahead of the Michigan State game. The Wolverines now have three OL commitments—Jakari Lipsey, Lincoln Mageo and Louis Esposito—and 21 total recruits for the 2027 class.
How many wins will Michigan Football have in November?
Michigan enters November at 5-3 and faces four crucial games. ESPN Analytics give the Wolverines a 78.9% chance vs. Michigan State, 21.2% at Oregon, 57.5% vs. UCLA, and only 10.4% at Ohio State. Fans are polling how many November wins the team will secure, with two victories emerging as the most realistic projection. The article also highlights coach Kyle Whittingham’s reaction to the 20-19 loss to Iowa and invites readers to join the weekly SB Nation Reacts survey.
Wolverines in the NFL: Blake Corum scores again, Josh Metellus makes 13 tackles
Blake Corum extends his scoring streak, ripping a 23-yard TD in the Rams’ 24‑9 win over the Chargers and finishing with 73 rushing yards. Fellow Wolverines Josaiah Stewart (six tackles, one sack) and Josh Wallace (four tackles) also contribute on defense. In Detroit, former Michigan linebacker Josh Metellus leads with 13 tackles and a pass breakup as the Lions hand Minnesota a 19‑15 loss. The roundup also notes other ex‑Wolverines making impacts this week, from Ben Bredson’s guard start in Tampa Bay’s shutout to Josh Uche’s sack for Miami, highlighting the Wolverines’ league‑wide presence in Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season.
Pat Fitzgerald has a ‘pretty firm understanding’ of Michigan-MSU rivalry
Pat Fitzgerald says he has a “pretty firm understanding” of the Michigan‑Michigan State rivalry as both teams head into their showdown on Saturday. New coaches Fitzgerald (Spartans) and Kyle Whittingham (Wolverines) inherit struggling seasons, with a combined 7‑9 record, yet the contest could lift morale. Fitzgerald, who posted a 1‑9 record against Michigan while at Northwestern, stresses the game’s importance for fans, alumni and the coveted Paul Bunyan trophy, last won by MSU in 2021 (37‑33). He vows the Spartans will prepare “the best we’ve prepared all year” to try to upset a strong Michigan defense.
Michigan Football Film Room: Breaking down the inconsistent performance vs Rutgers
Michigan’s 28‑21 win over Rutgers, though a victory, highlights the Wolverines’ volatile season. Freshman quarterback Tommy Carr set a Michigan record with an 81.5% completion rate (22‑of‑27) for 266 yards, a TD pass and two rushing scores, marking the first three‑touchdown, zero‑turnover effort since J.J. McCarthy’s 2024 Rose Bowl. Offense coordinator Jason Beck finally broke through, gaining 400+ yards, but the win felt razor‑thin against a struggling 2‑win Rutgers squad. The piece ties Michigan’s inconsistency to a chaotic 2026 college‑football landscape—ranked teams falling frequently, including LSU’s double loss as No. 1. Michigan now sits one penalty, interception or field goal away from a top‑five ranking or a historic loss, underscoring the season’s wild swing.
Recruiting Roundup: Michigan Football pushing to flip 4-star from SEC school
Michigan’s recruiting push intensifies as the Wolverines aim to flip four‑star safety Tristin Hughes, a Kentucky commit who’s building a strong rapport with safeties coach Tyler Stockton after a recent Ann Arbor visit. Hughes praises Michigan’s defensive legacy and stadium but remains loyal to Kentucky, while Ohio State also courts him. Meanwhile, Michigan lands three‑star offensive lineman Florians Naglins (2028 class) with a fresh offer and plans a second visit, and has extended an offer to three‑star OT Conner Rutherford (2027 class) following his NC State decommitment, scheduling his official visit for Nov. 7 during the Michigan‑State game.
Michigan Basketball opens national title defense with win over Oakland
Michigan kicked off its national‑title defense under first‑year coach Mike Boynton Jr. with an 84-68 victory over Oakland at Crisler Center on Nov. 2. The Wolverines built a 47-36 halftime lead, fueled by 17‑point nights from Roddy Gayle Jr. and Trey McKenney, while JP Estrella posted a 15‑point, 12‑rebound double‑double. Quinn Costello added 13 points, including key threes in the second half as Michigan pulled away. Oakland’s top scorer was Chris Fields Jr. with 18 points. Michigan’s next test comes Friday in a rematch against UConn for the national championship.
5 takeaways from Michigan’s win over Oakland to open the 2026-27 season
Michigan opens the 2026-27 men’s basketball season with an 84-68 win over Oakland, overcoming the Golden Grizzlies’ 2/3 zone. Roddy Gayle exploits the middle of the zone, finishing with a team‑high 17 points and a crucial lane basket before halftime. Elliot Cadeau showcases elite vision with six assists, while JP Estrella steps in for the ill Moustapha Thiam, posting 15 points, 12 rebounds and a dominant presence before fouling out. Quinn Costello’s lone three early on is answered by Caleb McKenney’s late‑half threes that revive the offense. Despite shooting just 21% from three (7‑of‑34), Michigan’s balanced effort and zone‑breaking play earn them a 1‑0 start.
Kickoff time, TV designation revealed for Michigan Football at Oregon
The Michigan Wolverines travel to Oregon next weekend, with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. ET on FS1, easing East‑coast fans’ primetime worries. The Ducks, now 5‑3 under Dan Lanning after a recent win over Northwestern, will be without star QB Dante Moore for the rest of the season. Michigan leads the all‑time series 3‑3, but Oregon has won the last three meetings, the most recent in 2003 (31‑27). The matchup marks only the second Wolverines visit to Oregon, the first being a 1973 shutout win.
Kyle Whittingham discusses ‘intense,’ ‘nasty’ Michigan-MSU rivalry
Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham labels the upcoming Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy as an “intense” and “nasty” showdown, noting the rivalry’s rising bitterness after incidents like Devin Bush’s 2018 logo stomp and a 2022 tunnel altercation. He says MSU will bring former Wolverines onto campus to teach the squad about the rivalry’s history and bragging‑rights stakes. The 119th meeting pits a 5‑3 Wolverines team, fighting for bowl eligibility, against a 2‑6 Spartans squad desperate for a season‑saving upset, with Michigan holding a 75‑38‑5 all‑time lead. The game airs Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on Peacock.
Quick hitters from Kyle Whittingham’s pre-MSU press conference
Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham previewed the upcoming in‑state clash with Michigan State, confirming the return of edge rushers John Henry Daley and Dom Nichols, and noting offensive line concerns around Andrew Sprague and Andrew Babalola. Freshman quarterback Tommy Carr remains the starter, while a kicker competition emerges as Trey Butkowski, Stuart Blake and Jacob Baggett vie for the job. New transfer DB Jeremiah Earby joins a thin secondary, and Whittingham praised freshman Savion Hiter’s run‑game effort but admitted the ground attack still needs more power and efficiency. He stressed the rivalry’s intensity and reiterated that every game this month—including a road test and UCLA—will be crucial for the program’s upward trajectory.
New assistant coaches add ‘fresh prespective’ to Michigan Basketball
Michigan men’s basketball adds two veteran assistants—Mike Martin, former Brown head coach, and Dylan Murphy, ex‑Osceola Magic (G League) coach—to revamp Mike Boynton Jr.’s inaugural season. Their hires follow departures of Dusty May to the Dallas Mavericks and assistants Justin Joyner and Drew Williamson. Boynton praises the fresh perspective and diverse experience they bring, noting Murphy’s role in designing an alley‑oop that sparked an Eastern Michigan exhibition win. Both coaches cite their NBA‑G League backgrounds and highlight a commitment‑first approach as the program seeks to build on last year’s success.
Michigan Hockey salvages series with overtime win at Ohio State
Michigan, the nation’s top hockey team, dropped the first game of its Big Ten weekend at Ohio State, falling 5-2 despite a late Cole McKinney goal. The Wolverines rebounded Sunday with a frantic 5-4 overtime win, highlighted by Michael Hage’s four assists and a game‑winner to Adam Valentini. Freshmen Jack Nesbitt, J.P. Hurlbert, and defensemen Landon DuPont and Cam Reid contributed key plays, while sophomore Malcolm Spence scored the tying goal with 1:12 left in regulation. Goaltender Jack Ivankovic made 23 saves. The series salvages the opening slate for Michigan but raises questions about consistency heading into the NCAA season.
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