Sources: Michigan targeting Utah coach Kyle Whittingham

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Utah coach Kyle Whittingham has emerged as the focus of Michigan's coaching search, sources told ESPN.

Whittingham's candidacy is expected to be shared with top Michigan officials on Friday, sources said, and a deal could come together in the near future if they approve.

Whittingham, 66, went 177-88 in 21 full seasons leading the Utes, including a perfect 13-0 season in 2008. His résumé, which includes a 66.8% win percentage, is such that he is expected to eventually be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.

It was announced he would step down from the Utah program earlier this month. The 10-2 Utes are playing in the SRS Distribution Las…