Pernell McPhee Traces Move to Michigan, Applauds Wink Martindale’s College Fit
A call from Martindale moved the former Ravens linebacker from Pahokee High to a college role mentoring Michigan’s edge rushers.
Overview
- In his first Michigan media availability on Nov. 12, McPhee described joining the Wolverines after Martindale recruited him to Ann Arbor.
- McPhee, promoted this offseason from analyst to outside linebackers coach, is working with the edge group that has stood out this season.
- He said Martindale has adjusted quickly to college offenses, from wider hashes to screen-heavy looks, and connects well with younger players.
- McPhee called the move a stepping stone in his coaching career and emphasized his film study habits and desire to teach the game.
- Michigan’s next game is against Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday at noon EST on Fox.