Kyle Whittingham leads Michigan into first season as head coach

Kyle Whittingham has taken over as the head coach at Michigan following a period of institutional instability. The former Utah coach arrives at the program after the departure of Jim Harbaugh and the subsequent arrest of Sherrone Moore. Tasked with restoring discipline to the Wolverines, Whittingham has already implemented stricter attendance requirements for team meetings. While the program previously faced NCAA probation due to rules violations, the first-year coach expressed hope that the surrounding drama has concluded. Whittingham inherits a roster of highly-rated athletes he describes as focused and collaborative rather than entitled. The team is scheduled to open its season on Saturday night against Western Michigan. This matchup serves as a preparation for a contest against No. 10 Oklahoma the following week.

• 9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham is a man of discipline, leading a program in desperate need of it