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{{Infobox college football team | | teamname = Michigan Wolverines | ||
| teamname = Michigan Wolverines | |||
| currentseason = 2023 Michigan Wolverines football team | | currentseason = 2023 Michigan Wolverines football team | ||
| firstyear = 1879 | | firstyear = 1879 | ||
| athleticdirector = | | athleticdirector = Warde Manuel | ||
| headcoach = | | headcoach = Jim Harbaugh | ||
| stadium = Michigan Stadium | |||
| location = Ann Arbor, Michigan | |||
| conference = Big Ten Conference | |||
| stadium = | | division = East Division | ||
| colors = Maize and Blue | |||
| fight song = "The Victors" | |||
| mascot = None | |||
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| natltitles = 11 | | natltitles = 11 | ||
| unnatltitles = 5 | | unnatltitles = 5 | ||
| | | confchamps = 44 | ||
| heismans = 3 | | heismans = 3 | ||
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The '''Michigan Wolverines football''' team represents the [[University of Michigan]] in college football at the [[NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision|NCAA Division I | The '''Michigan Wolverines football''' team represents the [[University of Michigan]] in college football at the [[NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision|NCAA Division I FBS]] level. The team is a member of the [[Big Ten Conference]] and plays its home games at [[Michigan Stadium]] in [[Ann Arbor, Michigan]]. The Wolverines are one of the most successful programs in college football history, with a rich tradition and a storied past. | ||
== History == | ==History== | ||
The Michigan Wolverines football program began in 1879. The team | The Michigan Wolverines football program began in 1879, making it one of the oldest in college football. The team played its first game against Racine College on May 30, 1879, winning 1-0. The Wolverines have since become a powerhouse in college football, known for their winning tradition and fierce rivalries. | ||
== | ===Early Years=== | ||
[[ | In the early years, Michigan was led by coach [[Fielding H. Yost]], who introduced the "point-a-minute" teams that dominated the early 1900s. Under Yost, Michigan won its first national championship in 1901 and went on to win four consecutive titles from 1901 to 1904. | ||
== | ===The Bo Schembechler Era=== | ||
One of the most significant periods in Michigan football history was the tenure of coach [[Bo Schembechler]], who led the team from 1969 to 1989. Schembechler's teams were known for their toughness and discipline, and he led the Wolverines to 13 Big Ten titles and 10 Rose Bowl appearances. | |||
== | ===Recent Success=== | ||
In recent years, the Wolverines have been coached by [[Jim Harbaugh]], a former Michigan quarterback. Harbaugh has revitalized the program, leading the team to several successful seasons and maintaining its status as a perennial contender in the Big Ten. | |||
== | ==Rivalries== | ||
Michigan has several intense rivalries, the most notable being with [[Ohio State Buckeyes football|Ohio State]]. The annual game between Michigan and Ohio State, known as "The Game," is one of the most storied rivalries in college football. Other significant rivalries include those with [[Michigan State Spartans football|Michigan State]] and [[Notre Dame Fighting Irish football|Notre Dame]]. | |||
== | ==Stadium== | ||
[[Michigan Stadium]], also known as "The Big House," is the largest stadium in the United States and the second largest in the world, with a seating capacity of over 107,000. It has been the home of the Wolverines since 1927 and is renowned for its electric atmosphere on game days. | |||
==Traditions== | |||
Michigan football is steeped in tradition. The team’s fight song, "[[The Victors]]," is widely regarded as one of the best in college sports. The Wolverines also have a tradition of touching the "Go Blue" banner as they take the field. | |||
==Notable Players== | |||
Michigan has produced numerous [[College Football Hall of Fame]] inductees and [[Pro Football Hall of Fame]] players. Notable alumni include [[Tom Brady]], [[Charles Woodson]], and [[Desmond Howard]], the latter two being Heisman Trophy winners. | |||
==Also see== | |||
* [[University of Michigan]] | * [[University of Michigan]] | ||
* [[Big Ten Conference]] | * [[Big Ten Conference]] | ||
* [[Ohio State Buckeyes football]] | * [[Ohio State Buckeyes football]] | ||
* [[Michigan State Spartans football]] | * [[Michigan State Spartans football]] | ||
* [[Notre Dame Fighting Irish football]] | * [[Notre Dame Fighting Irish football]] | ||
{{University of Michigan}} | |||
{{Big Ten Conference}} | |||
[[Category:Michigan Wolverines football]] | [[Category:Michigan Wolverines football]] | ||
[[Category:College football teams]] | [[Category:College football teams]] | ||
[[Category:Big Ten Conference football]] | [[Category:Big Ten Conference football]] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:39, 9 December 2024
The Michigan Wolverines football team represents the University of Michigan in college football at the NCAA Division I FBS level. The team is a member of the Big Ten Conference and plays its home games at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Wolverines are one of the most successful programs in college football history, with a rich tradition and a storied past.
History[edit]
The Michigan Wolverines football program began in 1879, making it one of the oldest in college football. The team played its first game against Racine College on May 30, 1879, winning 1-0. The Wolverines have since become a powerhouse in college football, known for their winning tradition and fierce rivalries.
Early Years[edit]
In the early years, Michigan was led by coach Fielding H. Yost, who introduced the "point-a-minute" teams that dominated the early 1900s. Under Yost, Michigan won its first national championship in 1901 and went on to win four consecutive titles from 1901 to 1904.
The Bo Schembechler Era[edit]
One of the most significant periods in Michigan football history was the tenure of coach Bo Schembechler, who led the team from 1969 to 1989. Schembechler's teams were known for their toughness and discipline, and he led the Wolverines to 13 Big Ten titles and 10 Rose Bowl appearances.
Recent Success[edit]
In recent years, the Wolverines have been coached by Jim Harbaugh, a former Michigan quarterback. Harbaugh has revitalized the program, leading the team to several successful seasons and maintaining its status as a perennial contender in the Big Ten.
Rivalries[edit]
Michigan has several intense rivalries, the most notable being with Ohio State. The annual game between Michigan and Ohio State, known as "The Game," is one of the most storied rivalries in college football. Other significant rivalries include those with Michigan State and Notre Dame.
Stadium[edit]
Michigan Stadium, also known as "The Big House," is the largest stadium in the United States and the second largest in the world, with a seating capacity of over 107,000. It has been the home of the Wolverines since 1927 and is renowned for its electric atmosphere on game days.
Traditions[edit]
Michigan football is steeped in tradition. The team’s fight song, "The Victors," is widely regarded as one of the best in college sports. The Wolverines also have a tradition of touching the "Go Blue" banner as they take the field.
Notable Players[edit]
Michigan has produced numerous College Football Hall of Fame inductees and Pro Football Hall of Fame players. Notable alumni include Tom Brady, Charles Woodson, and Desmond Howard, the latter two being Heisman Trophy winners.
Also see[edit]
- University of Michigan
- Big Ten Conference
- Ohio State Buckeyes football
- Michigan State Spartans football
- Notre Dame Fighting Irish football
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