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Kyle Whittingham begins first season as Michigan coach amid changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Kyle Whittingham begins first season as Michigan coach amid changes

Summary

Kyle Whittingham officially starts his tenure as Michigan's head coach this summer, bringing extensive coaching experience from the University of Utah, where he achieved a 177-88 record. At 66, he is the second oldest coach in the Big Ten, following Kirk Ferentz. Whittingham aims to stabilize a Michigan program facing internal turmoil after multiple coaching changes since 2014. His appointment comes after significant upheaval surrounding Jim Harbaugh and others, with Whittingham tasked to lead the Wolverines towards a more stable and successful future.

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By the Numbers

•Whittingham is ranked No. 5 among Big Ten coaches.
•He has a history of success at Utah, including multiple conference titles.
•Michigan's coaching instability includes six coaches since 2014.
•Whittingham is focused on restoring order within the program.
•He will turn 67 in November, making him one of the oldest coaches in the conference.

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11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham: the second oldest coach in the B1G is a new kid on a new block

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Not too long ago, Greg posted yet another piece ranking Big Ten coaches. It was based on Paul Myerberg of USA Today’s annual ranking. In it, Greg Schiano came in at No. 14 of 18 conference coaches. Of course, the real question is what is the ranking based on? Not sure. Kyle Whittingham, the first year […]
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