Cade McNamara
FILE - Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara watches the team's NCAA college football game against Maryland in Ann Arbor, Mich., Sept. 24, 2022. After starting all 14 games for Michigan in 2021 and injuring his knee three games into last season, McNamara looks at his move to Iowa as a fresh start and one that gives him a chance to revive one of the Bowl Subdivision's least productive offenses. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Chance to revive Iowa offense excites ex-Wolverine McNamara

By John Bohnenkamp Mar. 02, 2023 06:21 PM EST

FILE - Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara rolls out during the first half of an NCAA college football game between Maryland and Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in College Park, Md. Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara has entered the transfer portal, team spokesman Dave Ablauf confirmed on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
QB Cade McNamara leaving Michigan, transferring to Iowa

Dec. 01, 2022 09:15 PM EST

FILE - Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara rolls out during the first half of an NCAA college football game between Maryland and Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in College Park, Md. Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara has entered the transfer portal, team spokesman Dave Ablauf confirmed on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara enters transfer portal

By Larry Lage Nov. 28, 2022 02:36 PM EST

Michigan defensive back R.J. Moten, left, and defensive back Gemon Green tackle Ohio State tight end Gee Scott during the first half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 3 Michigan beats Ohio State for 2nd straight year, 45-23

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 26, 2022 04:22 PM EST

Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) scrambles past Maryland linebacker Gereme Spraggins during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Differing paths of QBs Stroud, McCarthy led them to The Game

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 25, 2022 12:45 PM EST

Purdue wide receiver Charlie Jones (15) runs against Wisconsin safety John Torchio during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
Purdue star WR Charlie Jones faces old team when Iowa visits

By Eric Olson Nov. 03, 2022 03:10 AM EDT

SMU running back Camar Weaton, left, is tackled by Maryland's Jaishawn Barham in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Unbeaten Maryland looks to knock off No. 4 Michigan

By Dave Hogg Sep. 22, 2022 11:31 AM EDT

Arizona State's Zeek Freeman (14) has the ball slip through his fingertips against Eastern Michigan's Mark Lee Jr. (17) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
No. 4 Michigan opens Big Ten play against unbeaten Maryland

By The Associated Press Sep. 22, 2022 11:17 AM EDT

Connecticut head coach Jim Mora watches in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Corum scores 5 TDs, No. 4 Michigan routs Connecticut 59-0

By Larry Lage Sep. 17, 2022 03:38 PM EDT

Michigan linebacker Mike Morris reacts after making a tackle against Hawaii during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
No. 4 Michigan heavily favored as UConn visits Big House

By The Associated Press Sep. 15, 2022 03:36 PM EDT

Connecticut running back Devontae Houston (25), right, sprints past Central Connecticut State cornerback Tyler Boatwright (19) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in East Hartford, Conn., Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (Jessica Hill/Hartford Courant via AP)
Michigan's Jim Harbaugh compares QBs to Kaepernick, Smith

By Dave Hogg Sep. 15, 2022 01:16 PM EDT

Michigan wide receiver Ronnie Bell, left, rushes with the ball as he is chased by Hawaii linebacker Penel Pavihi during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
J.J. McCarthy becomes QB1, No. 4 Michigan tops Hawaii 56-10

By Larry Lage Sep. 11, 2022 12:25 AM EDT

Hawaii linebacker Penei Pavihi (1) pulls down Western Kentucky wide receiver Malachi Corley (11) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Marco Garcia)
No. 8 Michigan going with McCarthy against Hawaii

By The Associated Press Sep. 08, 2022 12:06 PM EDT

FILE - Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy rushes during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado State, on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Ann Arbor, Mich. No. 4 Michigan is giving McCarthy a shot to start, and he seems to be set up for success against Hawaii, which lost its first two games by a combined score of 112-27. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
Michigan going with QB McCarthy over McNamara against Hawaii

By Dave Hogg Sep. 08, 2022 08:59 AM EDT

Southern California running back Austin Jones (6) celebrates with wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) after scoring during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Rice in Los Angeles, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
College Football Picks: Future Big 12 showdown, USC's test

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 07, 2022 11:33 AM EDT

Colorado State head coach Jay Norvell walks the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
McNamara unhappy after No. 8 Michigan beats Colorado St 51-7

By Larry Lage Sep. 03, 2022 03:37 PM EDT

FILE -Nevada head coach Jay Norvell works the sidelines against New Mexico State in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Reno, Nev., Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. Michigan is coming off its best season under Jim Harbaugh, finally breaking through to beat rival Ohio State and ending its longest drought without a Big Ten championship. The eighth-ranked Wolverines host Colorado State on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022 at home in the opener for both teams. Former Nevada coach Jay Norvell will make his debut with the Rams.(AP Photo/Tom R. Smedes, File)
No. 8 Michigan aiming higher, hosts Colorado State in opener

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2022 02:08 PM EDT

FILE - Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara throws during an NCAA college football intra-squad spring game, Saturday, April 2, 2022, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Coach Jim Harbaugh has decided to start Big Ten championship-winning quarterback Cade McNamara when No. 8 Michigan opens its season against Colorado State, and to give J.J. McCarthy a shot to take the first snap next week against Hawaii.(AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
No. 8 Michigan hosts Colorado State, aims higher this season

By Larry Lage Sep. 01, 2022 09:45 AM EDT

FILE - Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara throws during an NCAA college football intra-squad spring game, Saturday, April 2, 2022, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Coach Jim Harbaugh has decided to start Big Ten championship-winning quarterback Cade McNamara when No. 8 Michigan opens its season against Colorado State, and to give J.J. McCarthy a shot to take the first snap next week against Hawaii.(AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
Harbaugh plans to start McNamara, McCarthy in opening games

By Larry Lage Aug. 29, 2022 05:03 PM EDT

FILE — Ohio State head coach Ryan Day talks to reporters during an NCAA college football news conference at the Big Ten Conference media days, in this file photo from July 27, 2022, in Indianapolis. Nine months later, the sting of losing to Michigan is still fresh for Ohio State. Coach Ryan Day said it's been the source of motivation for everyone at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Buckeyes out to restore Big Ten order; Badgers pick in West

By Eric Olson Aug. 22, 2022 01:55 PM EDT