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Whittingham Confirms Jason Beck as Michigan OC as Reports Point to Jay Hill at DC

Whittingham is importing trusted lieutenants to install his system before the transfer portal opens Friday.

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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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Dec 31, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) throws the ball against the Texas Longhorns during the second half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Whittingham said on ESPN’s College GameDay that Utah offensive coordinator Jason Beck will lead Michigan’s offense.
  • ESPN’s Pete Thamel reports BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill has agreed to become Michigan’s defensive coordinator.
  • Additional Utah staffers Micah Simon, Koy Detmer Jr., and Freddie Whittingham are expected to join, according to multiple reports.
  • Running backs coach Tony Alford is expected to be retained, per MLive, as staff construction accelerates this week.
  • Interim coach Biff Poggi said the Citrus Bowl was his last game with Michigan, and Whittingham said roughly 90% of his staff should be set by the weekend.