Chip Lindsey takes the offensive coordinator position at Michigan

In a recent development in college football, Chip Lindsey has transitioned to become the new offensive coordinator at the University of Michigan, marking a significant change in the Wolverines' coaching staff. This decision follows the firing of Kirk Campbell, who only lasted one year in the role after a challenging season. Michigan had been actively seeking a replacement for Campbell, with Lindsey emerging as a prime candidate due to his extensive experience in offensive coaching across several reputable college programs. Lindsey, aged 50, has had a varied coaching career, including stints as the head coach at Troy University from 2019 to 2021, where he recorded a 15-19 win-loss record. More recently, he served as the offensive coordinator at North Carolina, where his leadership contributed to the team achieving the nation’s seventh-best offense in 2023. His work with quarterbacks has been noteworthy, particularly with Drake Maye, who was selected with the third overall pick by the New England Patriots in the 2024 NFL draft, as well as Jarrett Stidham, a notable fourth-round pick from Auburn. The move to Michigan comes at a critical time for the Wolverines after losing J.J. McCarthy, a first-round NFL draft pick from the team that reached the national championship game in 2023. Following McCarthy's departure, Michigan experienced struggles this past fall, attempting to find stability at the quarterback position, leading to a significant drop in their offensive performance, ranking 129th in passing and 112th in scoring nationally. The coaching transition represents a fresh opportunity for both Lindsey and the Wolverines as they look towards future improvements. As Lindsey steps into his new role, he will be tasked with leading the offensive unit and developing talents such as Bryce Underwood, who was recently signed as the top recruit of the 2025 class after switching from LSU. It's worth noting that Michigan's head coach Sherrone Moore previously promoted Campbell from quarterback coach to offensive coordinator, but has since seen the necessity for change in leadership at that position. With Lindsey now at the helm, Michigan fans and stakeholders are hopeful about revamping their offense for the coming seasons.