# Michigan offense struggles despite 2023 title

> Michigan's offense remains weak after 2023 national title.
- Title: Michigan offense struggles despite 2023 title | Shortify
- Summary: Michigan's offense remains weak after 2023 national title. Michigan's offense ranks 130th nationally with only Michigan State worse, as coach Whittingham…
- Keywords: michigan, michigan wolverines, kyle whittingham, jason beck, offensive coordinator, college football, michigan state, power four, sports, offense, struggles, despite
- Source: Michigan Wolverines On SI — https://si.com/college/michigan/football/dont-expect-much-change-with-michigan-offense-after-kyle-whittingham-comments-2026
- Published: 2026-10-26T14:31:10+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: michigan, michigan wolverines, kyle whittingham, jason beck, offensive coordinator, college football, michigan state, power four, sports
## Michigan offense struggles
Michigan's offense stumbled to a 4-3 start with six points against defending national champions.
## Offensive coordinator issue
Coach Whittingham says scheme-to-personnel problems and play calling by Jason Beck are causing issues.
## Whittingham's stance
Whittingham claims it's not time to panic, saying Michigan is a play away from 6-1 or 7-0.
## Beck's questionable call
Beck's naked bootleg call on third-and-one resulted in a 13-yard sack and missed field goal.
## Offensive ranking
Michigan ranks 130th nationally with only Michigan State worse in Power Four offense rankings.
## Whittingham's refusal
Whittingham says no changes to offensive staff through seven games despite fan pressure.
## What happens next
Michigan's offense remains weak with no expected changes to offensive coordinator.
## Key takeaway

Michigan's offense ranks 130th nationally with only Michigan State worse, as coach Whittingham refuses to change offensive coordinator.