Michigan Becomes First Jordan Brand Football School

If Michael Jordan says you’re the first Jordan Brand-sponsored football team, it’s official. The hoops legend announced via Twitter today that the University of Michigan football program is now part of the Jordan Brand family.

The announcement follows news of Michigan Athletics returning to Nike in 2016, which includes an option to feature Jordan Brand footwear and apparel with the university’s basketball teams.

Watch Jordan’s welcome video below.

Big House. Big plans. Welcome to #TeamJordan @umichfootball. #GoBlue https://t.co/elqGkDowH6

— Jordan (@Jumpman23) August 13, 2015

Thanks MJ! It will be an Honor to share our sideline with you. https://t.co/ZCDIXvhD0m

— Coach Harbaugh (@CoachJim4UM) August 13, 2015