Sean Magee, Michigan football’s general manager, played a pivotal role in securing Bryce Underwood and building a consensus top-10 recruiting class for 2025. A key figure in navigating the Wolverines’ NIL landscape, Magee effectively manages Michigan’s recruiting “salary cap,” making him an invaluable asset on the trail. Initially hired by Jim Harbaugh, Magee brings NFL experience from his time as the Chicago Bears’ Chief of Staff, with deep expertise in personnel and football economics.
There was concern that Magee might leave for the Navy athletic director position, where he was considered a strong candidate, creating a potential challenge for head coach Sherrone Moore. However, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that Navy is now targeting former USF athletic director Michael Kelly, likely keeping Magee at Michigan to continue his impactful work.
Retaining Sean Magee is a significant victory for Michigan football, preserving a key figure in their recruiting success and avoiding a major setback.
Regarding Santa Ono, his rejection as Florida’s next president on Tuesday was unrelated to Michigan football or the NCAA investigation. The decision stemmed from political differences, specifically his stance on DEI, as predicted by John U. Bacon. Rival fans attempting to link this to the NCAA probe are off base.
Ohio State fans are hyping this week’s NCAA hearing, hoping for a big win against Michigan, especially since they’ve had little to celebrate in this rivalry for over 2,000 days. However, the NCAA President has already stated Michigan’s victories were “fair and square,” and there’s no talk of vacating wins. The primary issue for Michigan appears to be a perceived lack of cooperation, not major competitive violations. While a suspension for Sherrone Moore seems unlikely, the outcome remains uncertain. If the NCAA doesn’t deliver the punishment Buckeye fans are craving, their reaction could be intense.
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