Michigan hired Kyle Whittingham to fix its mess. Instead, he’s created an even bigger one with Wolverines

Michigan is facing renewed scrutiny after a 15-6 defeat to Michigan State, with the article arguing that new head coach Kyle Whittingham has not steadied a programme already beset by controversy. It says the loss, the team’s performances and Whittingham’s public comments have unsettled fans and donors, raising doubts about the hiring and the direction of the season.

The article cites Whittingham’s uncertainty about whether the final three games offered any trophies, and says quarterback Bryce Underwood’s deal has paid him more than $7 million since he arrived on campus. It also criticises the offence and coordinator Jason Beck, whom the piece describes as the country’s highest-paid assistant; it says Michigan later moved to fire Beck, despite reportedly owing him nearly $10 million.