Michigan AD Manuel gets $7.14 million exit deal
#WardeManuel #MichiganWolverinesMichigan AD Warde Manuel will receive $7.14 million in a separation deal, plus retirement and legal contributions. He resigns Dec. 31, avoids Big Ten roles for two years, but can work elsewhere. Investigations into staff relationships prompted his departure. read more
Michigan AD Warde Manuel stepping down after investigation
#MichiganWolverines #CollegeSportsMichigan AD Warde Manuel will step down at year's end after an investigation cited failures to act on misconduct allegations. Praised for commitment to student-athletes, his contract ran through 2030. A search for his replacement begins immediately. read more
Michigan Board Avoids Manuel Discussion Amid Scandals
#MichiganWolverines #WardeManuelMichigan regents did not discuss AD Warde Manuel's future amid internal athletic department investigation. No timetable exists for his fate despite multiple scandals, including NCAA violations and former coach Sherrone Moore's firing. Manuel's contract runs through 2030. read more
Michigan AD Manuel Fights to Keep Job Amid Scandals
#MichiganWolverines #CollegeSportsMichigan AD Warde Manuel defends his tenure amid potential ouster, stating he loves the school and won't let critics define his legacy. Despite NCAA titles, controversies like sign-stealing and staff firings plague the program. He vows to face challenges but admits uncertainty about his future. read more
Michigan retains five-star recruit after coach exits
#MichiganWolverines #RecruitingFive-star recruit Brandon McCoy Jr. remains with Michigan after Dusty May's NBA departure. He joins other key players like Trey McKenney and Elliot Cadeau in staying. McCoy, a McDonald's All-American, anchors the Wolverines' 2026 class under interim coach Mike Boynton. read more
Michigan Guard Cadeau Commits to Staying After May Exit
#MichiganWolverines #ElliotCadeauMichigan guard Elliot Cadeau will stay with the Wolverines after Dusty May’s NBA departure. The Final Four MOP averaged 10.5 points and 5.9 assists last season, becoming the second key player to confirm his return to Ann Arbor. read more
Michigan makes history with three NBA lottery picks
#NBADraft #MichiganWolverinesDallas Mavericks drafted Morez Johnson Jr. ninth, reuniting him with new coach Dusty May. Michigan had three lottery picks, as Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara went 11th and 12th, marking a historic draft for the reigning champions. read more
Michigan AD Manuel seeks stability amid titles, scandals
#MichiganWolverines #CollegeSportsMichigan AD Warde Manuel seeks steadiness amid turmoil including football and basketball titles, signal-stealing scandal, staff firings, and an NCAA investigation. He aims to limit negative impacts while praising team success. No rivalry game devaluation seen with playoff expansion. read more
Michigan star Johnson declares for NBA draft
#NBADraft #MichiganWolverinesMorez Johnson Jr. will keep his name in the NBA draft after a standout Michigan season, averaging 13.1 points and 7.3 rebounds. He helped win a national title and is projected as a first-round pick. read more
Michigan lands Charles Woodson Jr., son of legend
#MichiganWolverines #CollegeFootballCharles Woodson Jr., son of Michigan legend and Heisman winner Charles Woodson, committed to the Wolverines. The four-star defensive back from Florida chose Ann Arbor over Florida State, Kentucky, and others, joining a strong 2027 class. read more
Michigan lands 7-foot-2 transfer Thiam
#MichiganWolverines #TransferPortalMichigan lands 7-foot-2 Cincinnati transfer Moustapha Thiam, ESPN's No. 11 portal player. He averaged 18 points and 10.4 rebounds late last season. Thiam joins Dusty May's rebuilt frontcourt alongside Estrella and Reed after key departures. read more
Michigan Lands Top Transfer Estrella for Title Defense
#CollegeBasketball #MichiganWolverinesMichigan adds coveted 6'11" transfer J.P. Estrella from Tennessee following its national title win. The efficient big man, a top portal target, joins coach Dusty May's successful lineage of developing impactful frontcourt players. read more
Michigan Ends 37-Year Title Drought, Tops UConn
#NCAAChampionship #MichiganWolverinesMichigan won its first NCAA men's basketball championship since 1989, defeating UConn 69-63. Elliot Cadeau was named Most Outstanding Player. The victory capped a dominant season where the Wolverines were considered the nation's best team. read more
Lendeborg Powers Michigan to Sweet 16
#MarchMadness #MichiganWolverinesYaxel Lendeborg scored 25 points, punctuated by a massive dunk, as top-seeded Michigan defeated Saint Louis 95-72 to advance to the NCAA tournament's Sweet 16 for the second consecutive year. read more
Michigan Blocks Its Way to Sweet 16
#MarchMadness #MichiganWolverinesMichigan advanced to the Sweet Sixteen, defeating Saint Louis 95-72. Led by Yaxel Lendeborg's 25 points and a record nine team blocks, Michigan's strong second-half defense and shooting secured the victory. read more
Michigans Statement Win at Purdue Proves No. 1 Ranking
#CollegeBasketball #MichiganWolverinesMichigan solidifies its No. 1 ranking with a dominant 91-80 road win over No. 7 Purdue. Coach Dusty May praised the team's depth and response to runs. The Wolverines showcased strong perimeter shooting and size, led by Aday Mara and Elliot Cadeau. read more