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J.J. McCarthy’s fiancee closes Michigan ‘chapter’ before NFL Draft
J.J. McCarthy’s fiancée Katya Kuropas said goodbye to their college life ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday.
The former Michigan quarterback, who led the Wolverines to a national title in his final season, is projected as a top-10 pick.
“Extremely delayed but… Reminiscing on how amazing this past season was. An abundance of blessings and the best memories,” Kuropas wrote in a post on Instagram. “Feeling so grateful for everything that unfolded & for everyone that was part of it!! Sad to see this chapter go, but excited for the next one.”
Kuropas shared a bunch of photos with friends and her fiancée, including snaps of her tailgating with them at Michigan football games.
One photo featured her leaning over the wall at Michigan Stadium and kissing McCarthy after a game.
“Drop dead gorgeous,” McCarthy wrote in the comments.
The high school sweethearts got engaged in January 2024, as seen in a joint Instagram post.
“Me, You & Marley Forever & Ever,” they wrote in the caption, referring to their English Cream Golden Retriever.
McCarthy and Kuropa’s engagement photos took place on a beach, where she showed off her stunning diamond engagement ring.
The quarterback proposed just two weeks after taking home a national championship when No. 1-seeded Michigan beat No. 2 Washington, 34-13, at NRG Stadium in January.
The couple — who began dating when they both were in high school at Nazareth Academy in La Grange Park, Ill. — celebrated their fifth year of dating in October 2023.
McCarthy’s draft stock continued to rise in the days leading up to the draft, with some reports saying he could be selected as high as No. 3.
The 21-year-old explained he was relishing in “the calm before the storm” during an appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show” on Wednesday.
“I’m just trying to soak it all in because you only get to do this one,” McCarthy said from Detroit. “Obviously, making my rounds … going to every coach and telling them how much I appreciate them for how much they’ve done throughout this process.
“We’re just going through this whole process of being a ‘GAM,’ a grown ass man. It’s a fun process but I’m ready to get going, that’s for sure.”
McCarthy said he’s taken personal visits with the Giants, Patriots and Commanders.
New England and Washington have the No. 2 and No. 3 overall picks, respectively, and the Giants pick at No. 6.
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Northwestern football will be playing house on Nov. 15, as it hosts Michigan at “The Friendly Confines” in a Big Ten matchup.
The Wildcats, who played Ohio State at Wrigley Field last season, will now see the other half of “The Game” in 2025, as Michigan looks to keep its twinkling playoff hopes alive.
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Northwestern (5-4, 3-3 Big Ten) is hoping its bye week has it prepared after back-to-back losses against Nebraska and USC following a four-game winning streak. Michigan (7-2, 5-1) has three straight wins since dropping its second game of the year against USC at the LA Memorial Coliseum.
It’s a difficult matchup for Northwestern, which is allowing 142.8 yards per game on the ground. Michigan is 12th in the country and third in the Big Ten with 223.8 yards rushing per game. Justice Haynes being sidelined for Michigan may help Northwestern’s cause, but Jordan Marshall has more than picked up the slack for the Wolverines on the ground.
Northwestern will try to slow that potent attack on a modified baseball diamond. Here’s how to watch, including time, TV schedule, live streaming info and game odds:
What TV channel is Northwestern vs Michigan on today?
Northwestern vs. Michigan will air nationally on Fox in Week 12 of the 2025 college football season from Wrigley Field in Chicago as Fox’s Big Noon Saturday matchup.
Streaming options include the Fox Sports App and Fubo, the latter of which offers a free trial to potential subscribers.
Northwestern vs Michigan time today?
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 15
- Time: Noon ET, 11 a.m. CT
The Week 6 matchup between Northwestern and Michigan is scheduled to start at noon ET (11 a.m. local time) on Saturday, Nov. 15
Northwestern vs Michigan predictions, picks, odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Thursday, Nov. 13:
- Spread: Michigan (-11.5)
- Over/under: 41.5
- Moneyline: Michigan -475 | Northwestern +350
- Prediction: Michigan 24, Northwestern 14
Despite an offense that has at times looked anemic, Michigan is able to bleed Northwestern out and win a game that isn’t as close as a 10-point difference would suggest.
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Michigan trooper reunites with woman he saved from cardiac arrest
HOUGHTON COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) — A Michigan State Police trooper who helped save a woman’s life during a medical emergency in August reunited with her this week, months after she survived sudden cardiac arrest at a Hancock-area campground.
Trooper Lucas Lahnala, assigned to the MSP Calumet Post, met Thursday, November 13, with Rosie Danley, the camper he helped revive in August after she collapsed without warning.
MSP said Rosie was camping with family when she went into sudden cardiac arrest and became unresponsive. Lahnala was on duty nearby and rushed to the scene, where he found Rosie’s son already attempting to help her. The trooper immediately began CPR and connected her to an AED. After several minutes of life-saving efforts, EMS arrived, took over care, and transported her to the hospital.
Although medics were able to regain her pulse, early signs pointed to a grim prognosis. But Rosie not only survived, she has since made a full recovery and is back to work as a nurse.
“I’m really happy I was able to be involved and help,” Lahnala said. “As troopers, we respond to emergencies every day, but moments like this remind us why we do what we do. Seeing Rosie healthy and smiling means everything.”
Rosie expressed her deep gratitude to everyone involved. “On behalf of myself, my husband, four kids and thirteen grandkids, I would like to thank Tpr. Lahnala for being one of my heroes,” she said. “He was a Godsend in my life on Aug. 5. God had a plan, and he is part of my miracle story.”
MSP Calumet Post Commander F/Lt. Jason Wickstrom praised Lahnala’s actions, calling them an example of the life-saving work law enforcement performs every day.
“It’s very rewarding when we can share a story that has such a positive outcome and meet the people we have helped,” he said.
The department extended its thanks to Rosie’s son, EMS crews, medical staff, and MSP dispatchers who assisted. MSP also wished Rosie and her family continued health moving forward.
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7 Michigan marching bands competing at 2025 grand nationals competition
Seven Michigan high school marching bands are competing this weekend at the Bands of America grand nationals competition.
The competition is held each year in Indianapolis, Ind., at Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts.
More than 100 high school marching bands will compete Thursday and Friday in the preliminary round of competition, then the top 32 bands will move on to the semifinal round on Saturday.
Only the top 12 bands will get the chance to perform their competition shows one last time Saturday night in the finals. Members of all 12 bands that make finals will receive medals for their accomplishments. The prize for the best band in the nation is a coveted eagle-shaped trophy.
On Thursday, three Michigan bands were scheduled to take the field throughout the day, including Huron Valley’s band at 9:45 a.m., Mt. Pleasant at 4:45 p.m. and Tri County at 8:30 p.m.
Friday, four more Michigan bands will perform in preliminary competition. Those ensembles are back-to-back state champions Walled Lake at 1:15 p.m., Rockford at 3 p.m., state champion Jenison at 4:30 p.m. and Plymouth-Canton at 6 p.m.
Additionally, the Michigan State University Spartan Marching Band will be performing in exhibition at the competition at 8:45 p.m. Friday night. The Spartan Marching Band will be performing a show of popular Broadway hits.
The Michigan high school bands will be competing against marching bands from states including Texas, Indiana, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Ohio, and, for only the second time ever, Alaska.
Marching bands will be judged on their music, their marching, their visual storytelling and more. Each band has been working since the early summer to perfect their 8-12 minute show, often featuring choreography, complex themes, props, costume changes and more.
To watch a livestream of the Bands of America Grand Nationals competition, visit the event website here. It is a paid livestream, with costs depending on which day and round of competition. To watch Thursday or Friday prelims, it is $20 per day. It costs $27 to watch semifinals on Saturday and another $32 to watch finals. To watch all rounds of competition, viewers can buy a $68 package.
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