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Michigan Loses Top Recruit to Auburn, Poggi Leads Citrus Bowl

Michigan Wolverines football team, led by interim coach Biff Poggi, prepares for the Citrus Bowl against Texas. Highly-rated recruit Bear McWhorter, an offensive lineman from Georgia, switches his commitment to Auburn following coaching changes. Michigans offensive line has young talent, including redshirt freshmen starters and incoming top-tier recruits, setting the stage for a new era in college football.

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