The firm hired by Michigan to search for a football coach to replace Sherrone Moore has contacted representatives for Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham and Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz, according to a person familiar with the situation.

As rumors swirl over candidates for Michigan’s open head coaching job, Kenny Dillingham is offering up nothing but praise for the maize and blue. And one key phrase.

Dillingham has been linked to coaching jobs at Michigan, LSU and more, but he said he doesn't want to leave the Sun Devils.

Kenny Dillingham put rumors of his departure to rest when he was a hot name for top openings, but that was before the Michigan job opened up.

Following Michigan firing second-year head coach Sherrone Moore, everyone believes they know who the perfect candidate for the Wolverines is. One name that is b

Biff Poggi will serve as Michigan's interim coach for the upcoming Citrus Bowl, but isn't expected to be the next hire despite having experience at the program (2016, 2021-22, 2025) and aiding in recruiting efforts throughout his tenure. Poggi went 2-0 this season as interim while Moore served a suspension relating to the Connor Stalions scandal.