The #22 Illinois Fighting Illini (5-1, 2-1) will host the #24 Michigan Wolverines this Saturday for the Memorial Stadium Rededication Game. This comes 100 years and one day after Memorial Stadium's initial dedication game, which saw Red Grange score six touchdowns (four in the first 12 minutes), as the Fighting Illini blew out the Wolverines 39-14. Grange took the opening … [Read more...] about #22 Fighting Illini vs #24 Michigan Wolverines FYIs, Lines, TV, Ticket Info
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#24 Michigan Wolverines at #21 Illinois Fighting Illini Game Preview, Prediction
It's here! The TRUE Homecoming weekend for the Illinois Fighting Illini in 2024. We say that because this is the real "circle the date" game on the calendar, as the defending national champion Michigan Wolverines come to town. It's the real homecoming because all the alumni and University luminaries will be back on campus for this special occasion centennial. It's a sold … [Read more...] about #24 Michigan Wolverines at #21 Illinois Fighting Illini Game Preview, Prediction
2014 Winter Classic: Wings vs. Leafs preview
The 2014 Winter Classic will be a "home game" for the Detroit Red Wings. They'll take on the Toronto Maple Leafs, the most valuable franchise in all of hockey in an all original six showdown. It will be held at Michigan Stadium, home of UM Wolverines college football. Like I wrote around the New Year, the Wings are the natural next host for the event, and THE BIG HOUSE would … [Read more...] about 2014 Winter Classic: Wings vs. Leafs preview
Michigan leading rusher suspended for opener vs Alabama
For the Michigan Wolverines, tailback Fitz Toussaint will be a major player this season. He'll be one of the top rushers in the Big Ten, but he won't be playing in week one. Here's what Michigan coach Brady Hoke had to say in a statement: … [Read more...] about Michigan leading rusher suspended for opener vs Alabama
Michigan Wolverines expectations in 2012: starting with Alabama Crimson Tide game
In his first season, Michigan Wolverines coach Brady Hoke brought the big blue back from mediocrity into a BCS bowl. What can he do for an encore? It all starts with the Alabama Crimson Tide game in the season opener. Hoke answered a lot of questions at media day about the season ahead and the Bama game. … [Read more...] about Michigan Wolverines expectations in 2012: starting with Alabama Crimson Tide game
Michigan Wolverines paint Twitter hash tag on field
Technology moves at the speed of light. I remember the novelty of seeing a dotcom painted on a college football field. Ah yes, 2010- those were simpler times. Now you can see social media on the gridiron. The University of Michigan will paint the field turf at Michigan Stadium with the hash tag, #GOBLUE, for the upcoming spring game. … [Read more...] about Michigan Wolverines paint Twitter hash tag on field
Michigan Stadium, Red Wings Should Host Next NHL Winter Classic
How has "Hockeytown U.S.A." never hosted a NHL Winter Classic? The Detroit Red Wings are one of the game's most legendary brands and franchises. With the exception of the Montreal Canadiens, no team has a richer history and more iconic logo on their sweater. Of course, Montreal hasn't hosted the game either, but first things first. The Wings have the perfect venue with a … [Read more...] about Michigan Stadium, Red Wings Should Host Next NHL Winter Classic
Michigan Wolverines Unveil Sugar Bowl Uniforms (Pics)
The Michigan Wolverines will wear new white road jerseys in the 2012 Sugar Bowl against the Virginia Tech Hokies. Check out the pics above and after the jump- this is what you'll see Jan. 3, 2012, at the Superdome in New Orleans. The Sugar Bowl logo is placed above the heart, a blue Block M on the right upper chest. There's also two blue stripes on both sleeves and a blue neck … [Read more...] about Michigan Wolverines Unveil Sugar Bowl Uniforms (Pics)
#16 Nebraska vs. #18 Michigan: Brutally Honest Game Preview
In both the present and the future these two teams matter much for Big Ten. The loser between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Michigan Wolverines is officially eliminated from the conference title. The winner stands as the #2 should Sparty falter down the stretch, and would grab the trip to Indianapolis in place of Michigan State. That's the short term. In the long run, … [Read more...] about #16 Nebraska vs. #18 Michigan: Brutally Honest Game Preview
Spartans’ Jerel Worthy has Bad Ass Anti-Michigan Wolverines Tattoo
Michigan State DT Jerel Worthy's NFL Draft stock is about as high as anyone in the Spartans, or even anyone in the Big Ten. He also has a tattoo that entails everything that makes college football such an awesome game. Take a closer look and notice the tattoo's homage to the rivalry with Michigan. What an affront it is to the Wolverines, love it! … [Read more...] about Spartans’ Jerel Worthy has Bad Ass Anti-Michigan Wolverines Tattoo