# Michigan’s Tough 2026 Road Ahead | Michigan Wolverines Football News

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Published: 2026-07-08T04:46:46+00:00
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Michigan football kicks off a new era under Coach Kyle Whittingham, bringing tough, disciplined football to Ann Arbor—but the 2026 schedule is no walk in the park. CBS analyst Brad Crawford predicts an 8-4 season, keeping the Wolverines out of the College Football Playoff. Early wins are expected against Western Michigan, UTEP, and Minnesota, but a tough loss to Oklahoma could set the tone. Despite a talented roster led by QB Bryce Underwood, the real hurdles come in the Big Ten: crushing road losses to Oregon and Ohio State, plus a home game against Iowa. Building a championship contender in Year 1 with a revamped culture and unproven depth? That’s a tall order—but an 8-4 record might just be the realistic starting point. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/74cca911f8664643

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