Earlier on Wednesday, ohio state fans were crowing because one of its commits won a rep against Michigan football commit, offensive lineman Avery Gach. But one rep does not a camp make, just like one rep does not a game make.

Based on the entire body of his work, the Birmingham (Mich.) Groves four-star offensive lineman shined in the Rivals Five-Star Camp, which featured some of the best recruits in the 2025 class, and ... it was Gach who won offensive line MVP honors.

Greg Smith, Rivals: "The Michigan commit is strong at the point of attack and once he got his hands on opposing defenders the rep was over. Gach was also very athletic and even competed in the fastest man competition. He’s in line for a very nice bump in the next rankings update."

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Every day I’m seeing a negative new story either from sports illustrated or a local Vikings blog talking about how poor JJ is prepared for his view. They’re saying he may be second string for one or two seasons.

Right?

Question in title - would love to watch something like this as a new-ish fan to learn more!

Going to my first Michigan game in November vs. Northwestern, any recommendations on where i should eat

What's up everyone, broke down Tre Donaldson, combo guard from Auburn.. the only player I haven't posted yet is Roddy Gayle https://x.com/itsAntWright/status/1805410011947897121

I'm a michigan alum and my dad and his friend are both mobility impaired but would LOVE to see Texas @ Michigan 9/7/24. I'm trying to figure out how to get them into a suite, fine to share with another group - or at the very least handicap tickets. Any connections or ideas??

https://x.com/Hayesfawcett3/status/1805330057411391624

Sherrone Moore is ROLLING!!!!! Go blue!

https://mgoblue.com/sports/olympics

This is an incomplete list. There are still USA Track & Field trials are happening this week.

Sophie Linn (triathlon, Australia, 2024 World Triathlon Napier Cup 1st place, was on Michigan's cross country & track teams)

Alena Olsen (Rugby Sevens, USA, extra impressive since she was a club athlete and we don't have it as a sponsored sport)

Abby Tamer (Field Hockey, USA)

Mason Parris (Wrestling 125kg freestyle, USA, NCAA D1 national champion, c'mon you just know it was destiny because of his last name!!! )

Adam Coon ( Wrestling 130kg greco-roman, USA)

Stevan Micic ( Wrestling, 57kg freestyle, Serbia, 2023 World champion, he's from the USA but he has dual citizenship via parents)

Myles Amine (Wrestling, 86kg freestyle, San Marino, 2020 Olympic Bronze medalist, granted dual-citizen via his grandparents)

Austin Gomez (Wrestling, 65kg freestyle, Mexico national champion, another dual citizen)

Stephanie Balduccini (Swimming 100m freestyle , Brazil)

Eduardo Moraes (Swimming 400m freestyle, Brazil)

Charlie Swanson (Swimming 100m breaststroke, USA )

I predict people might comment on American athletes taking up spots on other countries rosters. It is what it is. Free agency for countries isn't new and has always existed as a thing in Olympic history. Every country sets their own criteria for pathway citizenship. Those countries homegrown athletes weren't good enough to beat them. So at least we benefit with more Michigan Wolverines representation at the Olympics. Besides, I care more about the Wolverine medal count than the USA medal count. At least we know our athletes are not Elizabeth Swaney types since some of them are either a World or National champ.

Michigan Wolverines Olympic medal count is 6th place all-time with 71 golds. Ohio State is 8th with 52 golds. Michigan State is 38th place.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_American_universities_with_Olympic_medalist_students_and_alumni

Seen today in Waterville, Ireland on the Ring of Kerry

What's the latest on the NCAA /Connor Stallions investigation?

Josh Hensenke basically said that the NCAA does not have any evidence linking anyone at Michigan to Stallions operation.

I've read this headline today about this but the details are behind a pay wall.

Anyone have more info?

I have been reading in the media that Orgi is probably the quarterback. What are people’s thoughts? Who do people think is the closest competition? Do we think QB battle will continue into the season?

I have a group of 7 that wants to goto the Minnesota game this year. Even though it’s a technical rivalry, I imagine it’s not a super high demand game. Should we wait to get tickets or buy them now? It seems the general consensus is to wait, but we’re worried about tickets for all 7 of us to sit together. Never been to a Michigan game, so any advice is appreciated.

Lots of speculation from optimists and pessimists on Donovan Edward’s abilities in the coming season. I’ve seen folks criticize his vision and choices as a detriment that he needs to improve on and going down to easy….the flip side is his quickness and acceleration.

However find myself just basking in watching highlight after highlight of him breaking stuff wide open. For all his “flaws” he has gotten it done in big ways.

I guess I’m in the optimist camp. I’m sure I’ll be frustrated at times but he can always improve his weaknesses and honestly I have no complaints thus far. I’m excited and rooting for him to just tear it up with Mullings this year.

Interested about the hot takes.

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