Kyle Whittingham starts rebuilding Michigan football culture in first month
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 5:17 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Kyle Whittingham, after two decades leading Utah, initiates a turnaround at Michigan. After assessing the roster's physical condition, he identified a strength deficit, prompting immediate changes. Whittingham has been actively involved in workouts, leading by example, and recently reported improvements across the team’s strength levels. His hiring follows a tumultuous period marked by the firing of Sherrone Moore and other off-field dramas. The focus now is on establishing accountability within the program as Michigan aims to regain its competitive edge in college football.
- •Whittingham emphasized strength improvements at Michigan during Big Ten media days.
- •He has personally engaged in workouts, setting a physical standard for players.
- •The team's recent strength retests showed significant improvement across most players.
- •Whittingham was hired to build a cleaner culture after recent dysfunction in the program.
- •The Wolverines aim for success with a focus on accountability and physicality.
- 5:17 PMCBS Sports — Kyle Whittingham came to Michigan to fix what the adults broke and his heavy lifting is already underway
"After leading Utah for two decades, Whittingham faces a daunting task in turning the Wolverines around
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