Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham faces Penn State for first time Saturday
The gist
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham, 66, faces Penn State for the first time Saturday in his debut season.
Both teams seek to end losing streaks; Michigan's defense leads the Big Ten.
How it unfolded
- Dec 26, 2025Whittingham, 66, signs a five-year, $41 million contract to become head coach at Michigan after a 21-year head coaching career at Utah, where he compiled a 177-88 record.
- recentlyAfter taking the job, Whittingham spends three days meeting with every player during the Citrus Bowl.
- Oct 13, 2026Whittingham is set to face Penn State (3-3, 1-3 Big Ten) in the regular season for the first time Saturday.