Michigan QB coach Koy Detmer Jr. on developing players: 'Be the t… — and more

Koy Detmer Jr. has quarterbacking in his veins. Not only was he a signal caller for BYU (he was on the Cougars when they visited Ann Arbor in 2015, Jim Harbaugh's first season), but he's the son of NFL QB Koy Detmer and nephew of standout NFL QB Ty Detmer, as well.

Thus, when it was time for him to hang up the cleats, he started putting that knowledge forward by coaching the position.

Now Detmer is overseeing the quarterbacks in Ann Arbor, having followed offensive coordinator Jason Beck first from New Mexico to Utah, and then from Utah to Michigan. Speaking with Jon Jansen on the In the Trenches podcast, Detmer delved into his background and his coaching philosophy, what he looks for in the position, and how he tries to mold his players into the best version of who they are -- not just who he wants them to be.

"I'm football through and through," Detmer said. "I've grown up around it my whole entire life with my dad playing, my uncle playing, and then my grandfather being a longtime high school head coach. And being around that game for so long, I'm so passionate about, obviously, the game of football, but developing young men and watching them grow. 

"I always believe that these are the most important years of their life, because they're gonna affect the next 30 to 40 years. And so from the quarterback position, they got to be themselves, and I try to put some of my twists and deals and things like that on them. But they got to be who they are. There's a reason why they've been so successful to get to this point, and so I don't want to sit there and try to change who they are. Let's just try to kind of tweak and fix certain things that maybe can help us be better. And so when it comes down to developing the quarterback position, really being who they are, and then kind of my taste and what I've kind of been around."

What does the best version of themselves look like, though? And how do they get there?

For Detmer, it isn't just about leaning harder into your talent. It's quite the opposite, actually. It's more about striving and performing off the field, doing all of the extra little things, building up a mixture of callousness and toughness, in order to be both prepared as well as a leader that others can look up to.

"You got to put in the extra time, you got to put in the extra work, and finding more time than what is asked of you to do extra study and extra film study," Detmer said. "Extra training in the weight room, extra training with your guys on your team that you're gonna play with in the fall I think is huge. Something that I always talk about with our guys is that you got to be the toughest individual on the team, and that doesn't always be mean being some meathead muscle dude. But when those guys look at you and they see you out there on the field, and you're getting hit, and you're popping right back up -- man, that says a lot. 

"So being the most, the toughest both physically and mentally is important as a non-negotiable, really, for us in the quarterback room. And then just training your tail off every single day when you walk through those double doors, and you go into that weight room, you're training your tail off and giving everything you got. Not just for yourself, but for every single guy in that room. And so those are some non-negotiable kind of habits that I try to instill in our guys."

While Bryce Underwood will remain the starter, the room has been completely overhauled this offseason, with Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi, Colin Hurley, and true freshmen Brady Smigiel and Tommy Carr all joining the squad this offseason. We'll get a chance to see them in action on April 18 when Michigan football hosts the annual spring game at The Big House.

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Harbaugh downplayed traditional positional value, emphasizing the importance of putting good players on the field regardless of position. He specifically noted the critical role of inside linebackers in run defense, an area the Giants have struggled with recently.

Schoen confirmed that improving run defense is a priority for the organization. Styles, a 6-foot-3¾, 243-pound converted safety, is ranked No. 7 on the Sports Info Solutions big board and possesses exceptional athleticism, coverage skills, and toughness against the run.

Liverpool and Man Utd Target Yan Diomande Caught in Agency Dispute

Yan Diomande has become one of the most discussed young forwards in Europe. His rise at RB Leipzig has drawn attention from Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, with Bayern Munich also monitoring his development. Yet, as reported by The Telegraph, the 19 year old now finds himself at the centre of a dispute that could complicate any summer transfer.

Diomande’s impact has been immediate. Since completing a £17.5m move from Leganés, he has scored 10 goals in all competitions and added five Bundesliga assists. Operating predominantly from the right under head coach Ole Werner, he has demonstrated the ability to take on defenders on the outside or cut inside to influence the game centrally. That profile aligns with the recruitment priorities of several Champions League level clubs.

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However, before any £80m valuation can be tested in the market, clarity is required regarding who represents him.

Agency Conflict Raises Legal Stakes

Roc Nation, the agency founded by Jay-Z, announced shortly after the January window that it had signed Diomande. “Welcome to the family,” it posted on February 6. The player’s profile appeared on its website alongside high profile names such as Vinícius Júnior and Gabriel Martinelli.

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Until that point, Diomande had been represented by Maxidel Management, run by former Leeds United winger Max Gradel. On January 1, Maxidel announced on Instagram that it had renewed its contract with the player and thanked him for his loyalty.

Maxidel has since issued a firm response, insisting that Diomande “remains contractually bound to our agency”.

The statement reads: “It is therefore with great surprise that we are now discovering that an an engagement may have been made in parallel with another agency, outside of any proper procedure and without respect for our contractual rights.

“In light of this situation, Maxidel Management will take all necessary measures to protect its rights and defend its interests through the appropriate legal channels.”

Maxidel says it has lodged approved paperwork with federations in Germany, Spain and England confirming its status as Diomande’s representative until 2027. It also claims to hold an image rights agreement until 2031 and an exclusive mandate to sell him. Roc Nation did not comment when contacted by Telegraph Sport but is understood to believe it has signed Diomande legally.

Should the matter escalate, the Court of Arbitration for Sport would be the ultimate forum for resolution.

Summer Transfer Hinges on Resolution

For Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham, the priority is certainty. Any club prepared to invest at least £80m will require assurance that representation is settled and negotiations can proceed without legal risk.

Diomande is expected to feature for Ivory Coast at the World Cup this summer, a stage that could further elevate his market value. His age, output and physical attributes suggest significant resale potential, which explains why he is viewed internally by suitors as a strategic investment rather than a speculative gamble.

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Leipzig are under no immediate pressure to sell. They have positioned Diomande as a key asset and would seek maximum value. Bayern Munich’s interest underlines the competition at the top end of the market.

For English clubs, timing will be critical. A prolonged dispute could delay movement, narrowing options later in the window.

Premier League Interest Intensifies

Liverpool’s recruitment model prioritises profile, age and adaptability. Diomande fits that criteria. Manchester United are also assessing attacking reinforcements as they refine their squad structure. Tottenham, seeking greater penetration from wide areas, have tracked his progress closely.

Each club will conduct due diligence before formal engagement. In a market where margins are tight and regulation increasingly influential, legal clarity is as important as tactical fit.

Diomande’s trajectory suggests he will move at some point. Whether that occurs this summer may depend less on interest and more on the resolution of a dispute that now sits alongside his burgeoning reputation.

Our View – EPL Index Analysis

For Liverpool, Diomande represents the type of signing the club have targeted successfully in the past. Young, explosive, capable of operating across the front line. However, fans will be wary of legal complexity. Liverpool’s hierarchy value clean negotiations. Any suggestion of arbitration or dispute may prompt caution.

Tottenham supporters may view this as an opportunity. Spurs require dynamism in wide areas and a player of Diomande’s profile would signal intent. Yet there is awareness that competing financially with Bayern or Premier League rivals demands decisive action.

Manchester United fans will see parallels with previous pursuits where uncertainty influenced outcomes. They will want the club to be proactive, not reactive. Securing a player valued at £80m requires confidence in both structure and strategy.

Across all three fanbases, excitement over talent is tempered by pragmatism. Until representation is clarified, admiration remains theoretical rather than imminent.