Big Ten media days highlight Indiana's rise and Michigan's coaching changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — 8 takeaways from Big Ten media days, including Michigan’s Kyle Whittingham looking to ‘put the drama to bed’
"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. 1. Illinois’ Bret Bielema called Indiana’s rise ‘the most impressive story that I’ve witnessed in my college career.’ The Hoosiers’ rapid turnaround from longtime Big Ten bottom dweller to 16-0 national champion in Cignetti’s second season was a popular topic.
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