Michigan hires Freddie Whittingham as new tight ends coach

Freddie Whittingham has been appointed as Michigan's tight ends coach, reuniting him with his brother, head coach Kyle Whittingham. Freddie previously spent several years in various roles at Utah, most recently as the tight ends coach and recruiting coordinator. With a strong track record of developing tight ends, Freddie aims to establish clear roles among Michigan's tight end roster, which includes Hogan Hansen, Zack Marshall, Deakon Tonielli, and Jalen Hoffman, in preparation for the upcoming season. His experience and familiarity with Michigan's offensive system are expected to contribute positively to the program.

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