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 defensive end Nate Marshall (94) sacks Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer (10) during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

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Michigan football has a chance to move on and make a big statement against Oklahoma. If they're going to do that, here are the matchups they have to win.

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood celebrates the 13-12 win over Western Michigan on a Hail Mary at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.

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Bryce Underwood is a captain. Captains have large expectations on their shoulders. Michigan's quarterback does not appear ready to meet the burden that C requires.

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) makes a pass against Western Michigan during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.

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Bryce Underwood is under fire this week after a poor showing in his season debut. Despite that, Oklahoma's head coach is still wary of the talent that Underwood possesses.

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Kyle Whittingham and Bryce Underwood are both facing huge weeks with Oklahoma on deck. Whittingham turned up the pressure on his young quarterback Monday morning.

Sep 5, 2026; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Western Michigan wide receiver Egypt Nelson (8) gets tackled by Michigan defensive back Jyaire Hill (0) after catching a pass in the second quarter at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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Grades are in for Michigan's first game of the regular season, and as you'd suspect, they are not pretty.

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) makes a pass against Western Michigan during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.

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Storming the Field is something that is a tradition in college sports, but should be reserve for the right moments. Saturday's win over Western Michigan was not one of those.

Sep 5, 2026; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan wide receiver JJ Buchanan (6) catches a Hail Mary pass for a touchdown with no time on the clock to beat Western Michigan at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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The Michgan Wolverines snatched victory from the jaws of an embarrassing defeat thanks to JJ Buchanan's heroics. More on him as the stud, and a long list of duds from Saturday's season opener.

Michigan running back Jordan Marshall (23) takes the field for the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

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The first game of the season is upon us, and we have some predictions for what could happen during the game.

Michigan edge Nate Marshall (94) tackles New Mexico quarterback Jack Layne (2) during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

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Michigan's season will begin on Saturday when they take on the Western Michigan Broncos. Who are the 10 most important players to lead them to a victory?

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) looks to pass the ball during the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

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Michigan football kicks off its season on Saturday night against Western Michigan. This game is a lot more about what Michigan can do for itself than it is Michigan beating Western. Here are the keys matchups to keep an eye on.

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Michigan on SI determines who the Wolverines' MVP will be this season, along with what Michigan's record will be in 2026.

Tyler Nielsen trips up Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson in a game played Nov. 5, 2011 in Iowa City.

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The Michigan Wolverines will play football this week. As they prepare for their first game, we take a stroll down memory lane.

Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jul 29, 2026

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