Overview
- Multiple outlets report Whittingham has agreed in principle to a five-year contract, with an announcement expected as soon as Friday.
- Whittingham, 66, stepped down at Utah this month after a 21-season run that produced a 177-88 record and multiple conference titles.
- Reports indicate he could join Michigan in Orlando this weekend, though bowl-game coaching logistics are still being finalized.
- The move follows the Dec. 10 firing of Sherrone Moore for cause after an internal investigation; Moore was later charged with home invasion and other offenses.
- Michigan sought a stabilizing, experienced leader to help retain the roster and recruiting class with the NCAA transfer portal window opening Jan. 2.