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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass against Clemson during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: A familiar top 10 looking to 2020

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 14, 2020 02:22 PM EST

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, right, congratulates tight end Nick Eubanks (82) after he caught a 7-yard touchdown pass against Alabama during the first half of the Citrus Bowl NCAA college football game, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Jim Harbaugh closes 4th straight season with 2 losses in row

By Larry Lage Jan. 02, 2020 05:46 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 23, 2019, file photo, Iowa place kicker Keith Duncan (3) celebrates with teammate Colten Rastetter after kicking a 45-yard field goal during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, in Iowa City, Iowa. Duncan was selected to The Associated Press All-Big Ten Conference team, Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Ohio State leads the pack in AP All-Big Ten top honors

By Eric Olson Dec. 11, 2019 12:06 PM EST

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields (1) rushes against Rutgers during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
No. 2 Ohio St. hosts No. 9 Penn St. looking to wrap up East

By Eric Olson Nov. 21, 2019 04:00 AM EST

Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) scores on a two-yard touchdown run in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
No. 14 Iowa, No. 19 Michigan aim to end drought in Big Ten

By Larry Lage Oct. 04, 2019 02:36 AM EDT

Southern California wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (6) makes a catch against Utah during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Sept. 20, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
All-America Watch: FSU's Akers rebounds; USC's Pittman pops

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 24, 2019 01:23 PM EDT

Michigan offensive lineman Ben Bredeson (74) and defensive lineman Aidan Hutchinson (97) celebrate after beating Army 24-21 in double-overtime in an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
No. 7 Michigan holds on to beat Army 24-21 in 2 overtimes

By Larry Lage Sep. 07, 2019 03:56 PM EDT

Middle Tennessee quarterback Asher O'Hara throws a pass in the fourth quarter of the team's NCAA football game against Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019. Michigan won 40-21. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)
Sluggish No. 7 Michigan beats Middle Tennessee 40-21

By Larry Lage Aug. 31, 2019 11:19 PM EDT

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) scrambles during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Duke, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Tagovailoa helps No. 2 Alabama rout Duke 42-3

By The Associated Press Aug. 31, 2019 07:55 PM EDT

FILE- In an April 13, 2019, file photo, Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) throws during the team's annual spring NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Patterson returns for a second season after transferring from Mississippi. The dual-threat standout will play behind four returning starters in a new-look offense featuring a trio of talented receivers. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
Patterson starting, but more than 1 Michigan QB could play

By Noah Trister Aug. 26, 2019 03:35 PM EDT

FILE- In this April 13, 2019, file photo, Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson throws during Michigan's annual spring NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Patterson returns for a second season after transferring from Mississippi. The dual-threat standout will play behind four returning starters in a new-look offense featuring a trio of talented receivers. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Harbaugh seems set up for success in 5th season at Michigan

By Larry Lage Aug. 13, 2019 02:41 PM EDT

Michigan without Hill, Collins at spring practice

By Noah Trister Mar. 18, 2019 06:17 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is without defensive back Lavert Hill and wide receiver Nico Collins at spring practice after both had unspecified procedures. ...

Michigan CB David Long and TE Zach Gentry entering NFL draft

Jan. 02, 2019 04:50 PM EST
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan cornerback David Long and tight end Zach Gentry are entering the NFL draft, skipping their final seasons of college eligibility. ...

Florida running back Lamical Perine (22) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against Michigan during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Harbaugh's 4th year at Michigan ends with 2 lopsided losses

By Larry Lage Dec. 30, 2018 01:50 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 17, 2018, file photo, Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) throws against Indiana in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana in Ann Arbor, Mich. Patterson is returning for his senior season at Michigan instead of entering the NFL draft. The quarterback announced his decision on Twitter. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
No. 8 Michigan QB Shea Patterson returning for senior season

By Larry Lage Dec. 21, 2018 05:51 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 17, 2018, file photo, Michigan linebacker Devin Bush (10) walks to the locker room after an NCAA college football game against Indiana, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Devin Bush is skipping his senior season and entering the NFL draft. Bush announced his decision Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, on Twitter and Instagram. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Michigan loses Devin Bush to NFL, adds top recruit Dax Hill

By Larry Lage Dec. 19, 2018 11:18 AM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 1, 2018, file photo, Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) looks to throw during the first half of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game against Northwestern, in Indianapolis. Haskins was named offensive player of the year when The Associated Press All-Big Ten Conference team was released Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Haskins, Bush receive top honors on AP All-Big Ten team

By Eric Olson Dec. 05, 2018 12:18 PM EST

Michigan wide receiver Oliver Martin, right, runs with the ball as Rutgers defensive back Isaiah Wharton (11) wraps him up for the tackle during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Piscataway, N.J. Michigan's Nick Eubanks, left, tries to block on the play. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Patterson throws 3 TDs, No. 4 Michigan beats Rutgers 42-7

By Dan Gelston Nov. 10, 2018 06:52 PM EST

Wisconsin quarterback Alex Hornibrook (12) is sacked by Michigan linebacker Devin Bush (10) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)
Patterson-led No. 12 Michigan routs No. 15 Wisconsin 38-13

By Larry Lage Oct. 13, 2018 10:58 PM EDT