Legends of the Gridiron America's Most Iconic Stadiums State by State

22. Michigan – Michigan Stadium (Capacity: 107,601)

Michigan Stadium—often dubbed “The Big House”—dominates the city of Ann Arbor with a capacity of around 107,601, making it America’s largest college football stadium. Since its opening in 1927, expansions have consistently elevated its status, culminating in the massive bowl that seats well over 100,000 for Wolverines home games. Despite its enormous size, the stadium sits partially below ground level, creating a deceptively modest exterior that reveals an expansive bowl once inside. On game day, waves of maize and blue fill every corner, driven by the Michigan Marching Band and the crowd’s thunderous chants. The stadium’s storied history includes Heisman winners, legendary coaches, and famed rivalries—such as the Ohio State clash that often draws national attention.