Wolverine Wednesday: Vlad Off to a Good Start in The Summer League

Vlad in his 2nd game in summer league was 4-5 for 10 points and 5 boards.  He might be making a case for a back up Center role on the Heat bench next season.  He signed a 2-way contract so the Heat can keep him part-time on the roster and also in the G-League. 

• The WWE is partnering with the Big 12 to have have shows Friday night prior to four Big 12 games. 

• 4-star LB Brayden Rouse committed to Tennessee over Michigan and others yesterday.

• Scott Frost who is back at UCF on what he learned from Nebraska: "Don't take the wrong job." That is your friendly reminder that Scott Frost is back in college football!

• Michigan Basketball had a July practice yesterday. This is a team to get excited about!

• Pistons announced the official signing of Caris.

• Isaiah Livers will sign a two-way NBA contract with the Phoenix Suns.

Michigan Tuesday: Another Moller at Michigan

We all know the story of Gary Moeller who replaced Bo and then had a short stint as the Detroit Lions head coach.  Now, a 7-3 version has committed to Michigan (without the extra"e").

Yes, its 7'3 Marcus Moller from Denmark.  As you might imagine, Marcus is a Center in the 2026 class and has committed to Michigan.  My man has tremendous height and probably could use a few years in the Michigan S&C and nutrition program.  Welcome Marcus! 

• It's decision day for Brayden Rouse a 4-star LB at Kell HS in Marietta, Ga. His finalist are Alabama, Michigan, Tennessee and Texas. Michigan has a huge need at LB in the 2026 class.

• The fans singing Mr. Brightside in the Big House is in the new version of EA Sports College Football 2026.

• Grand Canyon will join Mountain West a year early this fall instead of next season. They are full member minus football.

• Duncan to the Pistons is now official

Michigan Monday: Had Some Strong Recruiting Wins Over the Weekend

I hope everyone had a fun and safe 4th of July holiday weekend! 

Michigan Football had two strong recruiting wins over the weekend and suffered two loses.  Let's get to the good news first. 

1. The first commit of the weekend was 4-star WR Travis Johnson from Virginia.  He is a big WR at 6'3 and 185 pounds.  His offer list included UNC, PSU, Miami, Maryland, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and more. 

2.The second commit was from 4-star CB Dorian Barney from Georgia. He is 6'1 and 180 pounds.  His offer list included the likes of Ole Miss, PSU, Texas AM, Georgia Tech, Florida, Georgia, LSU, and many more. 

Both of these commits were important for seperate reasons.  Here's the reasons:

Michigan lost a commit to Miami over the weekend.  It was CB Brody Jennings who was expected to flip.  He is from Florida and decided to stay in state.  The Barney pickup was important with the loss of Jennings and CB continues to remain a position of need in the 2026 class. 

Next, Michigan was predicted to receive a commitment from 5-star WR Calvin Russell on Saturday night.  Calvin was supposed to announce at 9:00 but didn't show until 10:00 and then picked Syracuse.  Good Luck to him in the Carrier Dome. 

Michigan will need to continue to recruit both positions in the 2026 class. 

• Michigan center Aday Mara has arrived in Ann Arbor from Spain, he was waiting on his Visa to be approved.

• USA won the U19 FIBA Basketball Tournament - Michigan's Morez Johnson Jr. is a champion!

• Former Wolverine Mo Wagner has resigned with the Magic. He was being considered for the 6th man of year award before he tore his ACL last season.

Michigan Thursday: Firecracker News and Notes

 🧨Michigan Basketball seems to be playing in a Cash Grab tournament against San Diego State and Auburn in Vegas next season, but it seems Michigan released it too fast.   These type of tournaments will pay the players directly.  

💥Vlad signed a two-way contract with the Heat.  That is where he will split his time between the G-League and the Heat Roster. 

🧨OSU wide receiver Jeremiah Smith guarantees wins against Michigan in the next two seasons.  Please say more and keep saying it!

💥LSU is asking for NCAA approval to put an advertising patch on their football uniforms.

 🧨Morez Johnson Jr. is hooping for Team USA in the FIBA U19 Tournament! They face Canada on July 4th! Oscar Goodman is also playing well for New Zeeland as they continue to advance as well.

💥5-star WR Calvin Russell III will announce his decision on Saturday between Michigan, Syracuse, Oregon, and FSU. 

🧨4-Star CB Dorian Barney will also announce on Saturday between Michigan, GA Tech, Texas A&M, PSU, and Ole Miss. 

💥Tim Hardaway Jr. signs with the Nuggets ending the dream of 3 Wolverines on the Pistons roster. 

🧨Thank you to Matthew and Nicole Lester who gave $6M to the Michigan Football program and didn't want their name on anything.  It drives me crazy that there is a some family name Defensive Coordinator role at Michigan.  BTW: Matt and Nicole, if your interested in funding a Michigan Football Blog, let me know! 😃

Have a great and safe holiday weekend everyone and lets hope we can talk about the big commitments on Monday!