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Dave Portnoy calls for Michigan coaching changes after loss to Michigan State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 9:18 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Dave Portnoy calls for Michigan coaching changes after loss to Michigan State

Summary

Michigan football alumni Dave Portnoy expressed his frustration following the team's 15-6 loss to Michigan State on Saturday. In a video posted online, Portnoy targeted head coach Kyle Whittingham and offensive coordinator Jason Beck, urging their dismissal. He characterized the coaching staff's performance as uninspiring and criticized the team's lack of offensive identity. The loss has left Michigan with a controversial win away from a sub-.500 record and raised concerns about its chances of bowl game eligibility with ranked opponents ahead. Significant changes could follow if the team fails to regroup.

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By the Numbers

•Michigan lost 15-6 to Michigan State at home on November 7.
•Dave Portnoy criticized coach Kyle Whittingham and Jason Beck in an online rant.
•Portnoy labeled the current coaching staff as ineffective and uninspiring.
•Michigan's record is at risk of falling below.500.
•The team faces ranked opponents in the coming weeks.

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9:18 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan alum Dave Portnoy wants everybody fired after loss to Michigan State

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Michigan finally broke Dave Portnoy. The Barstool Sports founder unloaded a four-plus-minute NSFW rant after watching his Alma mater fall 15-6 at home to the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday. He did not direct his ire at the players, however. No, the colorful sports media personality decided to focus all his wrath on the Wolverines’ coaching […] The post Michigan alum Dave Portnoy wants everybody fired after loss to Michigan State appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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