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Getting to know Iowa ahead of big matchup vs Michigan Football
The fall season is here, the air is crisp, and it only feels right that Michigan’s first Big Ten contest of the season is against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Here’s a look at Iowa ahead of the tilt versus Michigan at Michigan Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Michigan vs Iowa history Iowa’s season so far 2026 Rankings […]
Uniform combo revealed for Michigan Football vs Iowa
Michigan’s four-week homestand to open the year concludes tomorrow, as the Wolverines host Iowa at the Big House this Saturday at 3:30 PM. That means we have another uniform combo ready. And it’s another familiar one. Michigan will be rocking all blue with maize accents against the Hawkeyes — a blue jersey and pants, with […]
Jay Hill on Michigan’s LBs: ‘They’re playing like NFL-style linebackers right now’
Heading into the 2026 season, there weren’t very high expectations in Michigan’s linebacker room. The question marks were too large for a position group that had endured a vast amount of change both in the offseason and even during the season. The initial starting two linebackers last year were Ernest Hausmann and Jaishawn Barham, while […]
Friday Discussion: Who was Michigan Football’s MVP of the non-conference schedule?
It’s hard to believe, but Michigan’s regular season is already 25 percent complete. The Wolverines are 3-0 as some expected, but the manner in which they got there was certainly unexpected to say the least. Today’s discussion question is this: who has been Michigan’s MVP through the first three games of the 2026 season? Let’s […]
Michigan Mailbag: No. 17 Iowa
The No. 18 Michigan Wolverines are getting ready for another home test against the No. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes. It’s been a few years since the Wolverines last played the Hawkeyes, but a few things about Iowa never change. Head coach Kirk Ferentz is the longest-tenured active head coach in the FBS, and his right-hand man, […]
Out of the Blue: Michigan vs. Iowa Preview
On today’s Out of the Blue podcast, Jared and Andrew break down everything you need to know about Michigan’s Big Ten opener against Iowa. Can Michigan’s offense protect the football? Who will win in the trenches? And for once, the boys are not aligned on the winner. Be sure to submit any mailbag questions to […]
No. 17 Iowa at No. 18 Michigan Preview: Reflections
It is fitting for the Michigan Wolverines to begin Big Ten play against a team like the Iowa Hawkeyes that embodies the historic DNA of this conference. These squads are more alike than dissimilar, led by strong defenses that carry offenses still trying to reach their potential. The AP Poll has the teams one spot […]
Visitor’s Preview: Top targets expected at Michigan Football vs Iowa
The first conference game of the season for Michigan Football will feature a litany of elite recruits expected to be on campus. Maize n Brew has the list of names who are planning to visit to see the clash against Iowa. 2028 DL Aedyn Havili 2028 OT Antijuan Wilkes Jr. 2028 QB JJ Howard 2028 […]
Roundtable: Michigan Football vs Iowa
The Michigan Wolverines (3-0) are back at The Big House this weekend to open up Big Ten play against the Iowa Hawkeyes (3:30 p.m., CBS). In this week’s Roundtable, Maize n Brew staff members give their final thoughts on last week’s blowout win over UTEP, some bold predictions for tomorrow’s game and more! Realizing the […]
Pick’em Podcast Week 4, 2026 season
Hopefully you don’t have a wedding to attend this weekend, because there are several AP top-25 matchups in college football! Florida is favored at home vs Ole Miss, LSU looks to bounce back at home vs Texas A&M, and USC hosts Oregon while Michigan hosts Iowa in a pair of crucial Big Ten games. Von […]
Roddy Gayle Jr. eligible to return to Michigan Basketball (for now)
The Michigan men’s basketball program has a familiar face set to return for the 2026-27 season, as veteran wing Roddy Gayle Jr. will return to Ann Arbor for a fifth year of college basketball after having his preliminary injunction granted on Thursday afternoon. This news follows the approval of the NCAA’s new eligibility rules, which […]
How to Watch: Michigan Football vs Iowa, other top games of Week 4
Big Ten play is here for the Michigan Wolverines, and they kick things off with a Top-25 opponent as the No. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes come to Ann Arbor this weekend. Two of the most experienced head coaches in the country face off as Kyle Whittingham and Kirk Ferentz face off for what should be a […]
Betting the Big Ten: Week 4 examines two ranked matchups
Now that’s more like it. After a ho-hum noon slate, we went nearly perfect in the afternoon window to go 9-6-1 in Week 3. We picked several large underdogs that were able to cover like UTEP, Southern Illinois and Western Kentucky. On the season, we now sit at 25-24-1. Week 4 is the true start […]
Jason Beck emphasizes desire to improve Michigan’s perimeter run game
The Michigan run game hasn’t quite looked the way it’s supposed to three weeks in. Entering the season, the Wolverines’ expectations for their backfield were sky-high, with the tandem of Savion Hiter and Jordan Marshall posing a mouthwatering proposition. But through three weeks, that hasn’t really been the case. Neither Hiter nor Marshall has had […]
3 bold predictions for Michigan Football vs Iowa
While things were a little uneasy during the first half, the Michigan Wolverines finally had a stress-free win last week when they cruised to a 52-17 victory over the UTEP Miners. Last week’s bold predictions went 0-3, but if they hit every time, would they really be bold? While the predictions were all wrong, they […]
Recruiting Roundup: Michigan Football to host 5-star OL for 2nd time this fall
Welcome to the Recruiting Roundup, our twice-per-week series breaking down the latest developments on the recruiting trail for the Michigan Wolverines. We’ll keep you up to date on the top targets, the visits they take, the predictions that analysts make, and everything in between. Here’s what you need to know today… Michigan surging for elite […]
Michigan Football vs Iowa: Midweek injury updates
Michigan Football will host the Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday afternoon at The Big House, and some of the Wolverines’ significant contributors may or may not be able to suit up for the Big Ten opener. The Big Ten has updated its rules surrounding the conference injury reports this season. Teams no longer have to provide […]
Michigan Football CB Zeke Berry’s injury status ahead of Iowa game
Michigan cornerback Zeke Berry missed Michigan’s Week 3 contest versus UTEP, but Michigan defensive coordinator Jay Hill provided encouraging news about Berry’s status for Saturday’s tilt against Iowa. “We expect Zeke back,” Hill said on Wednesday. “He practiced yesterday. He’ll practice today.” If Berry does indeed play on Saturday, he’ll be up against Iowa’s No. […]
Why Marcus Møller is one of Michigan Basketball’s most intriguing freshmen
Before Marcus Møller ever set foot in Ann Arbor, he had already faced something far more challenging than any basketball game. In January, the 7-foot-2 Danish freshman was diagnosed with testicular cancer, six months after committing to Michigan and five months before he was supposed to arrive on campus to begin his college career. He […]
Everything to know about Roddy Gayle Jr.’s NCAA eligibility battle, upcoming court date
Michigan Basketball may be getting one of its key role players back for a third season in Ann Arbor, depending on what happens in court this week. Roddy Gayle Jr., who won a national championship with the Wolverines in April and played in the NBA Summer League with the Detroit Pistons, is suing the NCAA […]
Report: Savion Hiter making more money than OSU’s Bo Jackson, other RBs in 2026
Michigan true freshman running back Savion Hiter is just beginning to find his footing in Michigan’s run game through three weeks of the 2026 season. But his reported NIL deal suggests the program believes his best days are very much ahead of him. According to a report from On3’s Pete Nakos on Wednesday morning, Hiter […]
Michigan Football needs to be clean on both sides vs Iowa
The rankings say the Michigan Wolverines will be underdogs this weekend, though Vegas does like their odds against the Iowa Hawkeyes, especially at home. Regardless, Michigan needs to find a way to get the win in this top-20 matchup if it wants to keep its College Football Playoff odds alive. This is not an easy […]
Mutual respect and a defensive slugfest define Saturday’s matchup of veteran head coaches
Michigan is off to a 3-0 start to the season, with three games that took vastly different forms: a last-second scare against a MAC team, a defensive slugfest with a highly-ranked Oklahoma squad, and a rain-soaked blowout against an inferior opponent. Less than a month into the season, one might say the Wolverines have seen […]
Wolverines in the NFL: Aidan Hutchinson makes Lions history in Week 2
The Wolverines that played in the NFL this past weekend largely dominated for their respective franchises. From a franchise record being broken for Detroit to a rookie making a huge impact for the Dallas Cowboys, here is everything you need to know about former Michigan Football players in the NFL during Week 2. Dax Hill, […]
Who will lead Michigan Football in receiving?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Michigan fans and fans across the country. Michigan had two great performances last Saturday at receiver in a 52-17 win over UTEP. Andrew Marsh had 10 receptions for 105 yards with a touchdown, […]
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