Dan Wetzel
Dan Wetzel is an experienced journalist who has covered various sports events and controversies. He currently works for Yahoo Sports and has a history of providing insightful analysis on college football, particularly surrounding the University of Michigan and Jim Harbaugh. Dan also co-hosts the College Football Enquirer podcast with Ross Dellenger and Pat Forde, where they discuss the latest news and developments in college football. Dan Wetzel has been featured in various media outlets including Yahoo Sports, ESPN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. He is known for his ability to break down complex sports issues into understandable narratives for readers and listeners.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
86%
Examples:
- The author also seems to believe that Michigan has the resources to overcome some penalties due to their wealth.
- The author seems to have a slight bias towards the NCAA and its power to punish, as well as towards Jim Harbaugh and his coaching abilities.
- There is also a slight bias against college football off-field issues and controversies.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- The author may have a financial interest in sensationalizing NCAA investigations and penalties against Michigan.
- There is a potential conflict of interest regarding the author's connection to Yahoo Sports and the College Football Enquirer podcast.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- The article mentions two separate NCAA investigations involving Harbaugh but fails to provide any details about these investigations or their outcomes.
- The author claims that Harbaugh was feuding with coaches and scraping with officials but provides no evidence of this.
- There are contradictions regarding the NCAA investigations and penalties against Michigan.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- The article may be deceptive in its portrayal of the NCAA and its power to punish.
- The author may be misleading readers by suggesting that the penalties against Michigan are not significant due to NIL.
- There is also a potential deception regarding Harbaugh's refusal to wear anything other than khaki pants, as there are no records of him doing so.
Recent Articles
Simone Biles Competes with Calf Injury in Olympic Team Finals: A History of Overcoming Adversity
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024Despite a calf injury during warm-ups, Simone Biles, the most decorated American gymnast, will compete in the Olympic team finals. Known for her resilience, Biles posted top scores on floor and vault at qualifying. Team members Jordan Chiles and Sunisa Lee will also participate in all four events with Chiles leading off on vault, bars, and beam while Lee starts for floor exercise. Biles has a history of overcoming injuries; in 2018, she won six medals at the world championships with a kidney stone. The U.S. women's team is favored to win gold in the finals. 
10 NBA Draft Prospects to Watch: JL Bourg, Ron Holland, and More
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024In the 2024 NBA draft, ten intriguing prospects offer unique skills and potential value to teams. JL Bourg, a versatile wing player with scoring ability and quick release, is considered a 3-and-D wing. Ron Holland had impressive numbers despite G League struggles and boasts impressive rebound, steal, and block rates. The draft takes place on June 25 over two days with the Atlanta Hawks holding the first pick. 
Caitlin Clark's Olympic Snub: Team USA Chooses Experience Over Popular Newcomer
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Despite generating massive ratings, sponsorships, and attendance for Indiana Fever despite playing on a terrible squad, rookie Caitlin Clark was not included in Team USA's women's basketball Olympic roster due to the committee's preference for roster continuity and experience. Clark averages 16.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in the WNBA but leads the league in turnovers with 5.6 per game. 
UConn Coach Dan Hurley on the Brink of Joining Lakers, but UConn's Offer May Change His Mind
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024UConn's two-time NCAA champion coach Dan Hurley is in talks with the Lakers for their coaching vacancy. The Lakers are eager to secure a deal, but Hurley has not made a decision yet due to UConn's efforts to keep him. Known for developing young talent and program loyalty, Hurley grew up in basketball culture and led UConn to back-to-back titles. 
Justin Jefferson's Record-Breaking Contract: A New Era for Wide Receiver Compensation in the NFL
Broke On: Sunday, 02 June 2024Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings shattered records with his impressive four-season performance in the NFL, leading to a historic $140 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback. With increasing productivity from wide receivers and limited resources due to escalating salaries, teams face tough decisions on allocating resources. 
WNBA's Intense 2024 Season: Caitlin Clark Targeted in Multiple Hard Fouls, League Considers Increased Flagrant Foul Calls
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024In the 2024 WNBA season, rookie standout Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever has faced multiple hard fouls, including a flagrant foul by Chennedy Carter of the Chicago Sky during a game between Washington Mystics and Connecticut Sun. The league is investigating these incidents and considering increased flagrant foul calls to protect players from unfair targeting. Michigan Football Hires Sherrone Moore as New Head Coach, First Full-Time Black Coach in History
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Michigan football has appointed Sherrone Moore as its new head coach. He was previously the offensive coordinator and tight ends coach at Michigan, leading U-M's offense to consecutive Joe Moore Awards from 2019 to 2021. As sole play-caller after Matt Weiss was fired in January of that year, he is now the first full-time Black head coach in Michigan football history. He has a five-year deal worth $6 million per season with U-M. Michigan Football Team Wins National Championship Under Coach Jim Harbaugh Despite Off-Field Issues
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Michigan's football team, led by head coach Jim Harbaugh, won the national championship and went undefeated in the 2023 season. Despite off-field issues such as recruiting violations and sign stealing scandals, Harbaugh maintained their innocence and attributed their success to hard work on the field. Michigan Football Analyst Resigns Amid NCAA Sign-Stealing Investigation
Broke On: Saturday, 04 November 2023Connor Stalions has resigned amid an NCAA investigation into alleged sign-stealing. Stalions is suspected of overseeing an operation that included purchasing tickets to Big Ten road games, possibly posing as a member of Central Michigan's staff during a game, and transferring tickets to others who attended games and made videos of sideline signals.
