Since then, plenty of names have floated around as possible new hires. One of whom is Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm. However, a source told ClutchPoints that Michigan hasn’t reached out to Brohm about the position. Also, Brohm recently stated that he doesn’t intend to leave Louisville, per Seth Berry of Sports Illustrated.

Michigan football star running back Justice Haynes and linebacker Ernest Hausmann were not with the team for the first bowl practice.

On Dec. 12, the 66-year-old Whittingham announced he would be stepping down from his head coaching position at Utah after 21 seasons in Salt Lake City. While retirement seemed like it could be on the table for Whittingham, the Wolverines have pulled him back into the game.

Amid coaching upheaval and national scrutiny, Michigan football players say strong relationships and staff support helped them stay unified.