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Morez Johnson Jr. Gains Draft Momentum After Stellar Combine
sports8 days ago

Morez Johnson Jr. Gains Draft Momentum After Stellar Combine

After a standout NBA Combine, Morez Johnson Jr. is projected to land in the mid-to-late first round (roughly Nos. 17–26) across mocks, with outlets like NBC Sports, USA Today, and ESPN/CBS placing him around No. 19–21; analysts highlight his 6’9” frame, 7’3” wingspan, 39-inch vertical and 17-of-25 3-pointers as boosts to his stock despite offensive limitations, suggesting lottery upside if he continues to improve, though most expect him to stay in the draft rather than return to Michigan. Potential fits cited include Toronto, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City.

via Maize n Brew|
#michigan-wolverines#mock-draft#morez-johnson-jr
Lions draft Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder, banking on instincts and special-teams upside
sports1 month ago

Lions draft Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder, banking on instincts and special-teams upside

Detroit selected Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder with the 118th pick, betting on his strong instincts and solid tackling in spite of just one year as a starter. He posted a low missed-tackle rate, delivered a standout all-around performance against Michigan State in 2025 (10 tackles, 2 TFL, a sack, a fumble recovery, 82.1 PFF), and projects as a key special-teams contributor early while developing as a run defender. He also has a budding connection with fellow defender Jack Campbell from his college days.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#detroit-lions#jimmy-rolder#linebacker
Lions add Michigan edge Derrick Moore, Hutchinson reacts with hype
sports1 month ago

Lions add Michigan edge Derrick Moore, Hutchinson reacts with hype

The Detroit Lions drafted Michigan EDGE Derrick Moore at No. 44 in the 2026 NFL Draft, prompting a celebratory reaction from Aidan Hutchinson on X as the franchise adds another Wolverine to bolster its edge rush. Moore, a 6-3, 280-pound defender who posted 21 sacks and 24.5 tackles for loss in college, joins Hutchinson to form a potent two-Wolverine edge pairing, addressing a key pass-rush need as Detroit navigates the early rounds of the draft.

via Lions Wire|
#aidan-hutchinson#derrick-moore#lions
Lions land Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder in 2026 draft
sports1 month ago

Lions land Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder in 2026 draft

The Detroit Lions drafted Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder with the 118th overall pick (Round 4) in the 2026 NFL Draft, a selection that could fill a WILL linebacker role as Kelvin Sheppard’s defense evolves. Rolder led Michigan with 73 tackles in 2025, earned the Roger Zatkoff Award, and drew praise for his awareness, sideline-to-sideline speed, and leadership. Expert notes highlight his multi-gap range and coverage upside, while Lions beat writer Tim Twentyman notes Rolder could compete with Malcolm Rodriguez and Damone Clark for a starting role after Alex Anzalone signed elsewhere; Twentyman and Rolder also emphasize the importance of leadership and communication on the field.

via Detroit Lions|
#detroit-lions#jimmy-rolder#linebacker
Lions add Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder at 118 in 2026 NFL Draft
sports1 month ago

Lions add Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder at 118 in 2026 NFL Draft

Detroit Lions used Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft to select Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder with the 118th overall pick, adding a WILL linebacker who led Michigan with 73 tackles (7 tackles for loss) and will compete for a starting role in Kelvin Sheppard’s defense after Alex Anzalone’s departure, with a path to contribute on special teams while learning from Lions linebacker Jack Campbell.

via Detroit Lions|
#detroit-lions#jimmy-rolder#linebacker
Lions add Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder to bolster their front seven
sports1 month ago

Lions add Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder to bolster their front seven

Detroit used the 118th pick to select Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder, a 6-foot-2, 238-pound option who could develop into Detroit's WILL linebacker after Alex Anzalone's departure; he led Michigan with 73 tackles as a one-year starter (11 starts) but needs refinement in coverage and is expected to contribute immediately on special teams while he grows.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#college-football#detroit-lions#linebacker
Lions Draft Derrick Moore, Bolstering the Edge
sports1 month ago

Lions Draft Derrick Moore, Bolstering the Edge

The Detroit Lions drafted Michigan edge Derrick Moore with the 44th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, trading up to land a versatile pass‑rusher who starred for Michigan. Moore posted 10.0 sacks and 10.5 tackles for loss last season, was Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and Michigan captain, and is praised for size, length and speed‑to‑power rushing ability—traits the Lions value to shore up their defensive front as he develops behind the current rotation.

via Detroit Lions|
#derrick-moore#detroit-lions#edge-rusher
Cowboys land Barham in 3rd round, versatile Michigan linebacker to bolster defense
sports1 month ago

Cowboys land Barham in 3rd round, versatile Michigan linebacker to bolster defense

With the 92nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected Jaishawn Barham, a versatile linebacker from Michigan who can line up inside and rush the edge; a four-year starter and Freshman All-American at Michigan, Barham brings tackling ability, pass-rush potential and a high football IQ, though his frame may need bulk to anchor run defense and he could contribute early as a rookie; he is also the first Michigan third-round pick since Jourdan Lewis.

via Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys|
#dallas-cowboys#jaishawn-barham#linebacker
Lopati flips to Michigan after decommitting from Illinois
college-football1 month ago

Lopati flips to Michigan after decommitting from Illinois

West High (Salt Lake City) quarterback Kamden Lopati, a four‑star prospect and No. 9 QB in Rivals’ ranking, flipped his commitment from Illinois to Michigan after visits to Notre Dame and Michigan, citing strong relationships with the Wolverines’ staff, the program’s tradition, the Big House atmosphere and top facilities; he had previously committed to Illinois last July amid interest from several programs including Notre Dame, Michigan State and Tennessee.

via On3|
#college-football#college-football-recruiting#four-star-quarterback
Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore gets probation in staff confrontation case
sports1 month ago

Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore gets probation in staff confrontation case

Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was sentenced to 18 months of probation and a $1,000 fine after pleading no contest to trespassing and malicious use of a telecom device in an incident involving a staff member; he was fired by the Wolverines, faced potential jail time, and is prohibited from drugs/alcohol, firearms, and contact with the staffer, with ongoing counseling ordered.

via NBC Sports|
#malicious-use-of-telecom-device#michigan-wolverines#probation
Michigan hoops hits transfer portal in earnest, eyeing guards and bigs for 2026-27
sports1 month ago

Michigan hoops hits transfer portal in earnest, eyeing guards and bigs for 2026-27

The NCAA transfer portal is open April 7–21 and Michigan is actively reshaping its roster after multiple departures and eligibility losses, targeting guard depth and frontcourt help as Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr. weigh NBA Draft; the Wolverines have added CJ Estrella (Tennessee) and are watching a wave of top portal names (Juke Harris, Flory Bidunga, David Punch, Neoklis Avdalas, Bryson Tiller) with visits and decisions unfolding, while several previously linked targets have committed elsewhere; updates will continue through the portal window.

via Maize n Brew|
#college-basketball#michigan-wolverines#recruiting
Avalanche Sign T.J. Hughes to One-Year Deal, AHL PTO on Deck
sports1 month ago

Avalanche Sign T.J. Hughes to One-Year Deal, AHL PTO on Deck

Colorado Avalanche sign forward T.J. Hughes to a one-year entry-level contract for the 2026-27 season and will assign him to the Colorado Eagles on an AHL PTO for the remainder of the 2025-26 season; Hughes, a Michigan captain and Hobey Baker finalist, posted 57 points this season and earned multiple All-America honors, following a standout four-year college run and successful junior hockey stint.

via NHL.com|
#colorado-avalanche#hockey#michigan-wolverines