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As part of The Wolverine Life series, FAM recently caught up with former Michigan captain and All-American George Lilja, who anchored the Wolverines’ offensive line from 1976–1980 before spending eight seasons in the NFL and later building a successful career in...

FAM recently had the privilege of catching up with former Michigan Wolverine player and defensive coordinator, Jim Herrmann. A player and coach under Bo Schembechler, as well as a coach under Gary Moeller and Lloyd Carr, Herrmann spent 26 years in Ann Arbor before...

Just 15 miles northwest of Pittsburgh sits the small town of Aliquippa. Like many surrounding towns, Aliquippa is rooted in the steel industry, but it has also unearthed a massive bed of athletic talent over the years. FAM had the opportunity to catch up with former...

History Rhymes at Michigan: The Stories of Thomas Smull and Thomas Parkhill “History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes.” – Mark Twain That sentiment feels especially fitting at Michigan when looking at the lives of Thomas James Smull (UM Football, 1904)...

As part of A Wolverine Life series, FAM caught up with former player Courtney Morgan, who played offensive line for the Wolverines from 1999–2003 and was part of two Big Ten Championship teams. Courtney is currently the General Manager for Football at the University...

As part of our "A Wolverine Life" series, FAM caught up with former player, Michael Holmes, who played on the defensive line with the Wolverines from 1972-1975 and part of three Big Ten championship teams. Originally from Akron, Ohio, Michael currently lives outside...

Pictures Courtesy: Gerald R. Ford Presidential LibraryIn honor of Presidents' Day, we celebrate a leader who went from The Big House to The White House—the Michigan Man who became President—Gerald R. Ford Jr. Before he led the nation, Ford led the Wolverines. A...

Let’s hear it for FAM’s Super Bowl LIX Champions, Brandon Graham and Trevor Keegan!Brandon Graham played at Michigan from 2006 to 2009 as a defensive end. He amassed 29.5 sacks, showcasing his prowess as a formidable pass rusher. His performance earned him...

John Powers, Michigan Football Offensive Guard, 1977-1981Growing up in Oak Park, Illinois, John Powers led an incredibly impactful life, touching everyone who knew him. A proud husband, father, and grandfather, John played offensive guard for the University of...