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Big Ten media days highlight Indiana's rise and Michigan's coaching changes

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Big Ten media days highlight Indiana's rise and Michigan's coaching changes

Summary

At the Big Ten football media days in Chicago, coaches discussed various topics as the season approaches. Indiana's head coach Curt Cignetti received praise for leading the Hoosiers to a 16-0 national championship, marking their impressive turnaround. Michigan's Kyle Whittingham addressed the need for stability in his new role, aiming to shift focus back to football after recent scandals. Whittingham noted that player expectations for quarterback Bryce Underwood may have been too high in his freshman season. The conference prepares for the season starting August 29, with training camps underway.

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By the Numbers

•Curt Cignetti praised for Indiana's national championship turnaround.
•Kyle Whittingham seeks stability in Michigan after recent scandals.
•Whittingham discusses expectations for quarterback Bryce Underwood.
•Training camps are underway as teams prepare for the season.
•Season begins August 29 for select FBS teams.

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — 8 takeaways from Big Ten media days, including Michigan’s Kyle Whittingham looking to ‘put the drama to bed’

What they're saying

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CHICAGO — Indiana’s Curt Cignetti was the final coach to take the big stage at Big Ten football media days, walking up in front of a crowded room Thursday at the Hilton Chicago. “Everybody ready to get out of here and get home?” he cracked. Big Ten coaches have a busy month ahead as training camps get underway to prepare for a season that starts Aug. 29 for a handful of FBS teams and the ...
— Yahoo Sports

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