AP Top 25 Poll

#1 Michigan Wolverines

2024

Overall Record

15-0

Last Game

vs Washington W 34-13

Conference Record

10-0

Next Game

@Washington 01/08/2024

FILE - This is a 2016 photo of Greg Scruggs of the Chicago Bears NFL football team. Michigan defensive line coach Greg Scruggs has been suspended indefinitely while the football program and athletic department review details of his arrest for suspected drunk driving. The 33-year-old Scruggs was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated at 3 a.m. Saturday, march 16, 2024, according to Ann Arbor, Mich., Police. (AP Photo/File)

Michigan suspends defensive line coach Gregg Scruggs following drunk driving arrest

Michigan defensive line coach Greg Scruggs has been suspended indefinitely while the football program and athletic department review details of his arrest for suspected drunk driving.

FILE - Tony Alford, Assistant Head Coach for Offense, Running Backs, watches against Michigan in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Nov. 30, 2019. A person with direct knowledge of the move says Michigan is finalizing a deal hire Alford. The person spoke Wednesday, March 13, 2024 to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because contract details and university approval were still being worked out. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, file)

Michigan hires running backs coach and run-game coordinator Tony Alford away from rival Ohio State

FILE - Michigan acting head coach Sherrone Moore reacts to a video replay during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Moore joined a rare group of Black coaches given the opportunity to run elite programs when Michigan hired him to succeed national-championship winning coach Jim Harbaugh. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)

Moore’s hire at Michigan gives advocates hope that Black coaches at bluebloods can become the norm

Michigan acting coach Sherrone Moore reacts to a video replay during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Michigan hired Moore on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, to replace coach Jim Harbaugh, giving the 37-year-old offensive coordinator an opportunity to lead college football's winningest program. The school made the move two days after Harbaugh bolted to lead the Los Angeles Chargers. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)

Michigan promotes Campbell to offensive coordinator, Newsome to offensive line coach

Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore addresses the crowd during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game between Michigan and Iowa, Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Moore, who had been offensive coordinator, was hired to replace Jim Harbaugh, who left for the Los Angeles Chargers. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Jim Harbaugh pushed for Michigan to hire Sherrone Moore after leaving to lead Chargers

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Michigan acting coach Sherrone Moore reacts to a video replay during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Michigan hired Moore on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, to replace coach Jim Harbaugh, giving the 37-year-old offensive coordinator an opportunity to lead college football's winningest program. The school made the move two days after Harbaugh bolted to lead the Los Angeles Chargers. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)

Michigan promotes offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore to replace Jim Harbaugh as head coach

Michigan has hired Sherrone Moore to replace coach Jim Harbaugh, giving the 37-year-old offensive coordinator an opportunity to lead college football’s winningest program.

Michigan offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore, left, speaks with running back Blake Corum during NCAA college football practice Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. Alabama is scheduled to play against Michigan on New Year's Day in the Rose Bowl, a semifinal in the College Football Playoff. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Michigan could have Jim Harbaugh’s replacement already on campus in ‘shining star’ Sherrone Moore

Michigan is the type of job that could set off a chain reaction of openings across college football the way Nick Saban’s retirement from Alabama did two weeks ago.

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) celebrates on the podium after a win over Alabama in the Rose Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

J.J. McCarthy entering NFL draft, skipping senior season after leading Michigan to national title

J.J. McCarthy is skipping his senior season to enter the NFL draft after leading Michigan to a national championship.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates with the trophy after their win in the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game against Washington Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

NCAA President Charlie Baker: Nobody can say Michigan didn’t win national title ‘fair and square’

NCAA President Charlie Baker says Michigan won the national championship fair and square. He also defended his decision to inform the school and the Big Ten during the season that the NCAA was investigating a potential scouting and sign-stealing scheme.

Michigan fans reach over barriers to greet football coach Jim Harbaugh as the Wolverines returned to Ann Arbor, Mich., Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, after winning the NCAA College Football Championship title with a win over Washington on Monday night in Houston. (Kimberly P. Mitchell/Detroit Free Press via AP)

Michigan Wolverines return home to screaming fans after victory over Washington Huskies

The national champion Michigan Wolverines have returned home to their Ann Arbor campus. They were met with thunderous applause and screaming fans Tuesday night.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, center, with running back Blake Corum, left, and defensive back Will Johnson, right, speaks during an NCAA college football news conference Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Houston. Harbaugh and No. 1 Michigan completed a three-year climb to a national championship by beating No. 2 Washington 34-13 Monday night in the College Football Playoff title game.(AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Michigan’s ability to contend for repeat national title hinges on decisions by Harbaugh, key players

Michigan heads into an uncertain future after winning its first national championship in 26 years. Who stays, who goes and is a repeat possible in an expanded and loaded Big Ten that will include the Washington team the Wolverines beat 34-13 in the national championship game?

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, center, hugs offensive lineman Dylan Fairchild, left, and offensive lineman Sedrick Van Pran (63) after the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game against Florida State, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

AP Top 25 Reality Check: How will the teams in final AP poll look heading into the 2024 season?

The preseason Associated Press college football poll held up pretty well in 2023. The final AP Top 25 was released early after Michigan defeated Washington in the College Football Playoff national title game to finish No. 1.

Michigan defensive back Will Johnson celebrates after an interception against Washington during the second half of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Will Johnson, Mike Sainristil and Michigan’s stingy D clamps down on Washington’s deep passing game

Will Johnson, Mike Sainristil and No. 1 Michigan’s smothering defense held Michael Penix Jr. and the prolific Washington offense to one touchdown in a 34-13 victory in the College Football Playoff national championship game.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after their win against Washington in the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)

Michigan is a unanimous No. 1 in final AP Top 25 football poll. Florida State finishes tied for 6th

Michigan was voted a unanimous No. 1 in the final Associated Press college football poll of the season after the Wolverines beat Washington to win their first national title in 26 years.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. leaves field at the end of the half against Michigan of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Washington star Michael Penix Jr. takes pounding, disappointing loss in college finale

Michael Penix Jr. couldn’t complete the final chapter in his storybook season. The quarterback with two surgically repaired knees threw for 255 yards with a touchdown and two interceptions as No. 2 Washington fell to top-ranked Michigan 34-13 in the College Football Playoff title game.

Michigan running back Blake Corum is tackled by Washington during the first half of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Michigan offense goes dormant after starting fast, springs back to life late to put away Huskies

Michigan looked like it would run away from Washington early in the College Football Playoff championship game.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after their win in the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game against Washington Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)

What’s next for Jim Harbaugh? Michigan coach faces decision on whether to stay or go back to NFL

Michigan’s three-year climb to the summit of college football ended with its 34-13 over Washington in the College Football Playoff championship game.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates with the trophy after their win against Washington in the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Jim Harbaugh delivers as Michigan overpowers Washington 34-13 to win national title

Jim Harbaugh and No. 1 Michigan completed a three-year climb to a national championship by beating No. 2 Washington 34-13 Monday night in the College Football Playoff title game.

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy passes against Washington during the first half of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)

Washington’s Johnson limited to 33 yards rushing as Huskies fall to Michigan in CFP title game

Washington’s Dillon Johnson had a tough night Monday in the College Football Championship title game.

Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer, left, and Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh pose with the trophy after a news conference ahead of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game between Washington and Michigan Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Houston. The game will be played Monday. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)

CFP championship game clash between Michigan, Washington a tantalizing preview of expanded Big Ten

The College Football Playoff championship was quite the stage for Washington and Michigan to get reacquainted with each other.

Michigan running back Blake Corum (2) celebrates after a win over Alabama in the Rose Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Michigan’s Corum looks to cap record-breaking career with win over Washington in CFP title game

Blake Corum could have declared for the NFL draft after last season, but the Michigan running back had unfinished business.

Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer, left, and Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh shake hands near the trophy after a news conference ahead of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game between Washington and Michigan Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Houston. The game will be played Monday. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)

No. 1 Michigan vs. No. 2 Washington for CFP title caps season of realignment, transfers and Harbaugh

No. 1 Michigan and No. 2 Washington playing for the College Football Playoff national championship on Monday night is just about the perfect way to close the 2023 season.

Michigan running back Blake Corum (2) runs in for a touchdown past Alabama defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) during overtime at the Rose Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

No. 1 Michigan and No. 2 Washington square off for national championship in meeting of unbeatens

No. 1 Michigan meets No. 2 Washington for the title in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday night in Houston. Both teams are 14-0.

Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer, left, and Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh pose with the trophy after a news conference ahead of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game between Washington and Michigan Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Houston. The game will be played Monday. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

How to watch Michigan vs. Washington in national championship: Channel, time, streaming

Washington plays Michigan football in the national championship game tonight. Here’s how to watch, including channel, start time and streaming.

The trophy is displays during media day ahead of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game between Washington and Michigan Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Houston. The game will played Monday. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)

Washington’s Carson Bruener looks to follow in father’s footsteps and win national title

Many of the Washington Huskies feel a connection to the 1991 team that won the school’s only national title with players from that squad visiting with them and sharing stories of their run.

Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter speaks to reporters during a news conference on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, in Los Angeles. Michigan is scheduled to play against Alabama on New Year's Day in the Rose Bowl, a semifinal in the College Football Playoff. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Experience abounds in CFP title game. 14 starters for Huskies, 9 for Wolverines in 5th or 6th years

That extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA because of the pandemic-shortened 2020 season is paying off for the teams playing in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday night.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh is interviewed during media day ahead of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game between Washington and Michigan Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Houston. The game will played Monday. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Harbaugh’s future at Michigan is subplot to CFP title game as Washington tries to lock up DeBoer

With NFL franchises apparently intrigued with Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh again, the question hanging over the College Football Playoff national championship game Monday night between the top-ranked Wolverines and No. 2 Washington is: Could this be his last as the coach of his alma mater?

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. grets fans after the Sugar Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game between Washington and Texas, Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, in New Orleans. Washington won 37-31. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

CFP championship game participants Michigan, Washington each have 2 players on AP’s all-bowl team

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.’s wizardry in the Sugar Bowl got the Huskies into Monday’s College Football Playoff championship game.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) pases the ball against Texas during the first half of the Sugar Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Strength vs. strength for CFP title: Michigan’s stingy pass D faces Washington QB Michael Penix Jr.

The College Football Playoff national championship game between No. 1 Michigan and No. 2 Washington is a contrast in styles and a matchup of strength versus strength.

Michigan running back Blake Corum (2) gestures after an overtime win over Alabama at the Rose Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

Blake Corum bounces back from knee injury, leads Michigan to brink of 1st national title since 1997

Blake Corum declared it was natty or bust before the college football season kicked off and reiterated his bold statement before helping Michigan beat Alabama to put the school within a win of its first national championship since 1997.

Washington defensive end Bralen Trice (8) celebrates during the second half of the Sugar Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game against Texas, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in New Orleans. (Sara Diggins/Austin American-Statesman via AP)

Edge rusher Bralen Trice hopes for one more big performance for Washington, this time for the title

Understandably overshadowed by Washington’s high-powered offense and the performance this season from quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and his stable of wide receivers, the Huskies understand their defense has to do its part in the national championship game against No. 1 Michigan.

Washington players celebrate victory against Texas after the Sugar Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game between Washington and Texas, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in New Orleans. Washington won 37-31. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Surge of betting for CFP semifinals, but short of setting records

The combination of a strong College Football Playoff field and the semifinals being on New Year’s Day sparked a surge in betting, but not to the level hoped for by sportsbooks.

Washington running back Dillon Johnson (7) is helped off the field after an injury during the second half of the Sugar Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game against Texas, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in New Orleans. (Sara Diggins/Austin American-Statesman via AP)

Injured Washington RB Dillon Johnson expected to play in title game against Michigan, DeBoer says

Washington coach Kalen DeBoer said he expects injured running back Dillon Johnson to play in the College Football Playoff championship game against Michigan in Houston on Monday.

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) celebrates on the podium after a win over Alabama in the Rose Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Michigan QB McCarthy says sign-stealing saga masked work of players who ‘did things the right way’

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy says the sign-stealing scandal has overshadowed the work the team has put in to go unbeaten and reach the College Football Playoff championship game.

Alabama head coach Nick Saban leads his team on to the field before the Rose Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game against Michigan, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

CFP 1.0 changed college football, not all for better, and was necessary step in postseason evolution

The four-team playoff changed college football. Not just the postseason and crowning of a national champion that finally could be called undisputed.