The former Utah coach is on a mission in Michigan, chasing with the Wolverines what eluded him with the Utes. But after a nightmare start, he’ll need all the help he can get

Whittingham is quickly learning the dimensions of his new job. In his first game, Michigan narrowly escaped Western Michigan after a controversial call gave the Wolverines time to complete a last-second Hail Mary. (The MAC is appealing the result.) Next comes No. 11 Oklahoma in a game that will draw a national spotlight and elevated scrutiny.

ANN ARBOR – Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham didn’t mince words when assessing his team’s shortcomings in his Wolverines debut.

College football fans are getting an unusual look behind the curtain this weekend, all thanks to a wild finish that nobody can stop talking about. It is a massive step toward transparency for a conference under immense fire.

Kyle Whittingham offered his first impression on Michigan Football’s upcoming opponent, Oklahoma, and “outstanding” QB John Mateer: