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Biff Poggi Confirms Michigan Exit as Kyle Whittingham Nears Staff Completion

Whittingham is racing to lock in his coaching hires before the transfer portal opens.

Dec 31, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines interim head coach Biff Poggi celebrates after a play against the Texas Longhorns during the first half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Poggi said after Michigan's 41-27 Citrus Bowl loss to Texas that this was his last game with the Wolverines.
  • He served as interim head coach for three games in 2025, including regular-season wins over Central Michigan and Nebraska, as Michigan finished 9-4.
  • Michigan has hired longtime Utah coach Kyle Whittingham, and he said on the broadcast that roughly 90% of his staff should be named this weekend.
  • Whittingham has emphasized player retention and staff completion as priorities with the transfer portal window opening on January 2.
  • Sherrone Moore was fired on December 10 following allegations of an improper relationship with a football staffer, setting the stage for the transition.