Chris Peterson

Chris Peterson

Joined: May 12, 2015

I've been in the sports writing business since 2005, both online and in print. Now I cover college sports for Fansided.

Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines helmets sit on the field before a game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

A delayed commitment is good for Michigan, plus an All-American recruit

Sep 14, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Kalel Mullings (20) celebrates with offensive lineman Evan Link (71) after running for a touchdown against the Arkansas State Red Wolves in first half at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

5 Michigan football position battles to watch heading into fall camp

Michigan Football Spring Game

Michigan trending as team to beat for elite linebacker

Michigan defensive line coach Lou Esposito watches a play during the second half of the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Michigan football is rising with another elite talent in 2026

Michigan defensive lineman Rayshaun Benny gets in position before a play against Indiana during the second half of U-M's 52-7 win over Indiana on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Ann Arbor.

Michigan's 10-deep rotation on D-line will be major weapon: 'They all start'

Michigan Football Spring Game

More clarity comes for Michigan football with a top 2026 target

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore watches quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during the first half of the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Michigan 4-star target's future is murky after delayed commitment

Team Maize wide receiver Donaven McCulley (13) makes a catch against Team Blue defensive back Mason Curtis (25) during the first half of the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Sherrone Moore makes bold claim about Michigan's No. 1 wide receiver

Mar 28, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Dusty May in the second half of a South Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Auburn Tigers at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Dusty May's obsession with international centers continues with 2026 commitment

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore, center, speaks to players after the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

5 recruits who can still take Michigan's 2026 class to the next level

Sep 7, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan fans cheer for the Wolverines against Texas during the first half at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Junfu Han-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Michigan fans are pumped about this detail in EA Sports College Football 26

Michigan guard Syla Swords brings the ball up the court during the first round of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament between Michigan and Iowa State at Purcell Pavilion on Friday, March 21, 2025, in South Bend.

Syla Swords should have Michigan fans through-the-roof excited

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore watches a play behind quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during the second half of the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

3 thoughts on Michigan's 2026 class after missing on Calvin Russell

Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore screams from the sideline against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Michigan Wolverines news: An up-and-down day on recruiting trail, plus more

Michigan coach Sherrone Moore walks off the field after his team's 31-12 loss to Texas at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Syracuse delivers a gut punch to Michigan football on the recruiting trail

Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore smiles while joking with a defensive coach against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Michigan keeps stocking up with elite talent after another commitment