Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jul 29, 2026

Jacob is a sports writer across OnSI, including the Michigan Wolverines and the Green Bay Packers. He is a lifelong midwesterner who grew up watching Lloyd Carr, Charles Woodson and the 1997 National Champion Michigan Wolverines. Part of that passion is what inspired Jacob to pursue his journalism degree at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. He graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor's in Journalism and Mass Media.

Michigan offensive line coach Jim Harding watches a play during the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

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The Michigan Wolverines are in their bye week, and they are searching for some answers. Could they find some by simply letting some other guys already on the roster play more?

Oct 3, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham reacts to a play against the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Michigan has seven games left but what's going to happen?

Oct 3, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) steps back to pass against the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Michigan's offense has not been up to snuff through five weeks this season, and the grade will reflect that in a closer look at the partnership between the new offensive coordinator and quarterback.

Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham reacts to 20-19 loss to Iowa at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.

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Kyle Whittingham has some work to do as Michigan enters its bye week. What's the biggest decision he can make?

Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham watches practice at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor ahead of the game between Michigan and Oklahoma on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

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Kyle Whittingham makes this list. So does Bryce Underwood. Who else makes our list of winners and losers for Michigan football?

Oct 3, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Noah Jennings (13) is tackled by Michigan Wolverines safety Rod Moore (1) in the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Michigan football blew another second half lead in Saturday's loss to Minnesota. As a result, Michigan's grades reflect another poor performance.

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The Michigan Wolverines may have hit rock bottom on Saturday against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Is Kyle Whittingham's coaching tenure starting to resemble that of a former head coach whose tenure ended poorly.

]Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) makes a pass against Iowa during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.

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Michigan football's offense struggled mightily against Minnesota, which led into their bye week. With their offense stuck in netural, do the Wolverines need to make a change at quarterback?

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Kyle Whittingham and Bryce Underwood are not acquitting themselves at all as Michigan lost to Minnesota for the first time since Brady Hoke was the head coach.

Oct 3, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive back Chris Bracy (7) gestures to the referee after being called for pass interference against Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Noah Jennings (13) in the end zone during the first quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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The Michigan Wolverines lead the Minnesota Golden Gophers at halftime, but there are still some things to clean up.

Sep 12, 2026; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines cornerback Jyaire Hill (0) celebrates with teammates after an interception against the Oklahoma Sooners during the fourth quarter at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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The Michigan Wolverines are on their way to Minnesota. What's going to happen in the game? We've got some ideas for you right here.

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How has Michigan's quarterback and new offensive coordinator progressed through this season?

Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jul 29, 2026

Michigan Football Going Big Game Hunting on the Recruiting Trail

Five Michigan Football Standouts During the Bye Week

Why The Bye Week Gives Michigan a Golden Opportunity

4 Ways Michigan Football Can Turn Its Season Around

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4 Michigan Football Players Who Need to Play More

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Four Bold Predictions for the Rest of the Michigan Football Season

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Grading the Jason Beck and Bryce Underwood Marriage Through Five Weeks

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What's the Biggest Decision Kyle Whittingham Can Make During Michigan's Bye Week?

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Michigan Football Winners and Losers Through Five Weeks of the Regular Season

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Bryce Underwood, Kyle Whittingham Get Low Marks in Michigan Football's Weekly Report Card

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The Morning After: Kyle Whittingham Era is Giving Off All the Wrong Vibes

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Should Michigan Football Bench Bryce Underwood for Tommy Carr Against Penn State?

Kyle Whittingham, Bryce Underwood Headline List of Losers as Michigan Loses to Minnesota

3 Halftime Takeaways as Michigan Leads Minnesota 14-7

3 Predictions for Michigan Football Against Minnesota

CBS Grades Bryce Underwood and Jason Beck Pairing — Was it Fair?