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In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature junior defensive tackle, Mason Graham. One of the centerpieces of the Michigan defense, Graham talks at length about how this year's unit is responding to adversity, disrespect and developing younger players to take over larger roles. Graham also discusses how he prepared for an increased workload this season with tailored workouts and a focus on nutrition. He also spends time detailing how he has had to navigate through the new world of NIL - in part by visiting The University of Michigan Credit Union for their financial literacy session - prioritizing time to spend with family, and going through his thought process after former Head Coach, Jim Harbaugh, and others left for their NFL coaching opportunities. If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Behind Enemy Lines is back for 2024! In this episode, The Michigan Insider's Alejandro Zúñiga previews the Michigan Wolverines' season opener against Fresno State with Jackson Moore, who covers Bulldogs football for 247Sports. The two discuss Fresno State's unexpected coaching change, and all their returning weapons on offense alongside some question marks at offensive line. Conversation then shifts to the defense, where Fresno State added a former five-star prospect, before a quick preseason check-in with Michigan State beat writer Stephen Brooks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature senior defensive back, Rod Moore. Michigan's recently appointed captain reflects the injury that will sideline him for some if not all of the season and shares an update of his rehab process. Moore also opens up about his vital role in helping keep the team together in the aftermath of the coaching departures and lucrative transfer offers. He also discusses the mentorship role he's taken on with many of the team's young players. Moore also sheds light on his thought process for the next step in his playing career, whether that's playing this year, preparing for the draft, or possibly returning to Michigan for another year. Moore also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature junior Defensive Back, Zeke Berry. We discuss a range of topics, from being under recruited in Northern California, his struggles as a freshman coming in behind a loaded DB room, his decision to turn down lucrative transfer offers, and the impact that the coaching change had on decision. Berry also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature University of Michigan senior offensive lineman, Giovanni El-Hadi. During our conversation with El-Hadi, we touched on a great range of topics, from his rapid rise from obscure high prospect to one of the most coveted linemen on the country, to the challenge of waiting longer than expected for his chance to start at Michigan. he also opens up about his decision to remain a Wolverine despite a surge of contact from other teams and players trying to lure him away from Ann Arbor. Now El-Hadi and the rest of the Michigan offensive line are ready to show what they can do during the upcoming 2024 season. El-Hadi also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz conduct their annual Michigan football season prediction special, making picks for top individual awards for the Wolverines, as well as the team's record, finish and outlook for the season ahead. They open with a look at some of their predicted individual award-winners for the maize and blue, picking who they think will be the team’s MVP, freshman of the year and most-improved player on each side of the ball. They also pick All-Americans and first-team All-Big Ten players, as well as team leaders in passing, rushing, receiving, touchdowns, tackles, sacks and interceptions. In the second half of the episode, they pivot to the team, looking at Michigan’s biggest trap games, score predictions for the Wolverines’ toughest matchups, a final record prediction and a projected season finish based on that record. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the strengths, question marks and expectations for the Michigan football team's quarterback room. They open with a look at with the strengths of the room. They discuss the group’s maturity, selflessness, leadership and the relative interchangeability of its top three quarterbacks, even if Alex Orji, Davis Warren and Jack Tuttle bring different skills to the room. They then turn to the biggest question marks of the room, including the room’s inexperience, lack of proven downfield passing ability, the intriguing possibilities Orji's legs provide and the potentially low floor of the room. They close by looking at some X-factors for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the strengths, question marks and expectations for the Michigan football team's running back room. They open with a look at with the strengths of the room. They discuss the group’s collective size, strength and contact courage, particularly that of Kalel Mullings and Benjamin Hall. They also discuss how with Hall and Jordan Marshall having strong offseasons, the room could be deeper than in years’ past, and ultimately rotate four backs into game regularly. They then turn to the biggest question marks of the room, including the potential bounce-back year of Donovan Edwards after a disappointing junior season. They also look at the up-and-coming members of the room, as well as what it will take for Edwards to pick up where Blake Corum left off. They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the strengths, question marks and expectations for the Michigan football team's wide receiver room. They open with a look at with the strengths of the room. They discuss the group’s after-catch ability and collective shiftiness, why that’s particularly helpful with this year’s team, as well as two players they think can be breakout stars in Semaj Morgan and Tyler Morris. They then turn to the biggest question marks of the room, including the room’s inexperience, lack of proven downfield playmaking ability, lack of size, as well as some players with high potential, but a lot to prove this fall. They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their 2024 position preview series, looking at the Michigan football team's tight end room. They open by discussing the biggest strengths of the room, which has a lot to do with preseason All-American Colston Loveland, as well as tight end/fullback blocking star Max Bredeson. They then look at the room’s biggest question marks, including a projected breakout season by Marlin Klein, as well as two remaining spots in the room for underclassmen to rotate in and travel with the team. They also discuss their X-factors for the room, and bold predictions for 2024, including one that alredy came true between this episode's recording and airing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their annual position group preview series by looking at Michigan's offensive line room. They open with a look at with the strengths of the room. They discuss the group’s size and recruiting success over the years, as well as a level of experience that national media may be overlooking. They look at some of the key players that will lead the charge up front this fall, and what they can bring to the table even in their first seasons starting for Michigan. They then turn to the biggest question marks of the room, including the right tackle position where the Wolverines are still sorting out who will start there and what they’ll look like this fall. They also look at other position battles brewing in the room. They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their annual position group preview series by looking at Michigan's defensive line room. They open with a look at with the strengths of what they believe is both Michigan’s strongest position group and the strongest defensive line in the country. They look at the “gifted” duo of Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant, what makes them the best tackle duo in the country, and why they can set the rest of the Wolverines’ defense up for success elsewhere. They then turn to the biggest question marks of the room, including two rising sophomores hoping to crack the rotation this fall in Trey Pierce and Enow Etta. They look at the duo’s background, and what kind of impact they can have behind an impressive trio of starter-caliber players that also includes Rayshaun Benny. They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature University of Michigan junior TE, Colston Loveland. In his return trip to the studio, Colston spoke about several topics of interest to the Michigan faithful, including what he needs to do to cement his position as the best tight end in the country, some of the challenges from this off-season during the coaching transition, assuming a greater leadership role in the program, and what it's like going against a Michigan defense that he says might just be better than the one that helped lead the Wolverines to the National Championship, last season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their 2024 position preview series, looking at the Michigan football team's edge room. They open by discussing the biggest strength of the room, which includes talented returning players in Ernest Hausmann and Derrick Moore. They discuss what made the two great last year as non-starting edge defenders, and why they can be even better this fall in larger roles. They then look at the room’s biggest concern point, which is the players behind Stewart and Moore. They discuss TJ Guy, Cameron Brandt, Dominic Nichols and others vying to get into the line’s rotation. They also discuss their X-factors for the room, and bold predictions for 2024. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their 2024 position preview series, looking at the Michigan football team's linebacker room. They open by discussing the biggest strength of the room, which includes two budding stars in Ernest Hausmann and Jaishawn Barham, as well as a physical room across the board. They discuss what makes the duo one they’re so bullish on, and what kind of players they can be this fall. They then look at the room’s biggest concern point, which is once again depth. They look at four candidates to step up as Michigan’s No. 3 linebacker, and all of their paths to being the players they are capable of being this fall. They also discuss their X-factors for the room, and bold predictions for 2024. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature University of Michigan junior quarterback, Alex Orji. We discuss a wide range of topics, from Orji's Michigan's recruitment, to the current battle for the starting QB job. Then we dive deep into how the Michigan quarterback room's family atmosphere is an asset to all the QBs under the leadership of Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks coach, Kirk Campbell. Orji opens up about his development and how he handles the challenges and adversity that come with the position. He also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their 2024 position preview series, looking at the Michigan football team's cornerback room. They open by discussing the biggest strength of the room, which is of course preseason All-American and rising junior Will Johnson. They discuss what makes Johnson arguably the most complete player in the country, and the foundation his presence provides for the room. They then look at the room’s two biggest question marks, which are open position battles at boundary cornerback (Jyaire Hill vs. Aamir Hall and others) and nickel (Ja’Den McBurrows vs. Zeke Berry and others). They discuss the dynamic of both position battles, and what each player brings to the table. They also discuss their X-factors for the room, and bold predictions for 2024. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz continue their annual position group preview series by looking at Michigan's safeties room. They open with a look at some of the biggest strengths of the Wolverines' safety teams. They discuss the return of Makari Paige, the ascent of Zeke Berry and Brandyn Hillman and the additions of Wesley Walker and Jaden Mangham. Collectively, the safety room is one Shaw and Lorenz feel could be the deepest on the team. They then look at some of the questions the room will have to answer. Shaw discusses concerns about the room’s tackling and a drop-off in coverage, while both discuss modified expectations for the room with Rod Moore out with injury. They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz kick off their annual position group preview series by looking at Michigan's special teams room. They open with a look at some of the biggest strengths of the Wolverines' special teams. They discuss the continuity in style switching from Jay Harbaugh to JB Brown, as well as returning success at long-snapper and punter. They also look at new kicker Dominic Zvada, who has one of the more impressive stat lines in the country the last two years. They then look at some of the questions the room will have to answer, most of which come from the return game. They look at Michigan's struggles in the return game the last few years, candidates to reverse that trend and some of the decisions the Wolverines will have to make. They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In episode two of Behind the Uniform, we visit with University of Michigan All-American cornerback Will Johnson and special guest Director of On-Campus Recruiting, and Will's big sister, Kayli Johnson. The siblings reflect upon Kayli's journey as a student athlete, and rapid rise in the ranks of athletic administration. Will discusses the injury adversity he dealt with last year while covering some of the nation's best wideouts, and how pristine health heading into this year has his poised to take his game to another level. Kayli shares her outlook and vision for the recruiting department and Will highlights his evolution as a team leader. He also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz check in on how things are going in Michigan’s fall camp, discussing position battles, most important players, interesting fall camp developments and the Wolverines’ most underrated players. They open with a discussion of Michigan’s juiciest non-quarterback position battles, including offensive line, backup running back, safety, nickel, cornerback and the offensive line. They then turn the discussion to their annual ranking of the Wolverines’ most important players, if anything has changed since their top 25 in June and July and observations from this year’s rankings. In the second half of the episode, they discuss some of the most interesting things they have heard — either behind the scenes or in press conferences — in Michigan’s first two weeks of fall camp. They then close with a debate over who Michigan’s most slept-on players are. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this first episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 we talk with University of Michigan junior wide receiver Tyler Morris. We discuss everything from his rise as a star high recruit and JJ McCarthy's no. 1 option, to his recovery from his ACL tear, to his all important touchdown vs Alabama in the 2024 Rose Bowl Game. We dive deep into his role in maintaining the culture of the program and what makes it different, as well as the things he is looking to improve upon this season. He also talks about the progression of this year's offense. Morris as spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Michigan Insider's Steve Lorenz reflect upon Michigan's annual weekend-long recruiting event, "The Barbecue at the Big House." The team shares intel from the nearly 20 recruits who made it by the TMI studio interviews, plus dish on some on of the hot recruiting topics coming out of the event like the latest in Phillip Wright's recruitment, decision timelines for Andrew Marsh and Jayden Sanders, and more. And if you want even MORE inside intel, don't miss out on our BBQ at the Big House/Fall Camp FLASH SALE on TMI -- 1 year of VIP access to TMI for 60% off! ALSO AVAILABLE TO CURRENT MONTHLY SUBSCRIBERS! Newbies can also test drive the site for one month for $1, but only for a limited time. - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/article/michigan-wolverines-football-recruiting-updates-analysis--234236283/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich preview Michigan’s annual Barbecue at the Big House. The episode begins with an update on the visit plans of wide receiver commitment Phillip Wright, who is on LSU’s campus at the time of this discussion. The conversation then shifts to Top 100 WR visitors Jerome Myles and Andrew Marsh. The episode then picots to the loaded list of 2026 visitors, with nearly 30 four-stars set to be on campus. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb and Brice Marich discuss Michigan’s surprise involvement in the decision five-star wide receiver Derek Meadows made to delay his announcement. After highlighting the signs of the Wolverines’ stepping up their NIL game, attention turns to the upcoming visit of five-star receiver Jerome Myles. The latest in the recruitment of Top100 LB target Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng is covered, as are the clear signals that Rutgers LB commit Kamar Archie is still in play. The latest buzz on Andrew Babalola’s timeline is shared and Brice serves up a BBQ at the Big House appetizer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich recap the recent commitments by top 100 prospects Ivan Taylor (who flipped from Notre Dame) and Andrew Olesh. The crew highlighted the strong recruiting showings by new staff members Lamar Morgan, Steve Casula, and Lou Esposito. Attention then turned to commentary from 247Sports’s national director of scouting about why a few Wolverine commitments recently rose in the rankings, and why quarterback commit Carter Smith did not. From there the conversation shifted to other big time Michigan targets who could be deciding soon, with a special focus on five-star offensive tackle Andrew Babalola. The crew then previews Phillip Wright’s Saturday announcement, and the threat LSU would still present if he doesn’t choose the Tigers. The episode concludes with a look at cornerback recruiting in the aftermath of Shamari Earls' commitment to Georgia, with a special focus on four-star CB Jayden Sanders. Don't miss out on our holiday flash sale on TMI -- 1 year of VIP access to TMI for 50% off! ALSO AVAILABLE TO CURRENT MONTHLY SUBSCRIBERS! Newbies can also test drive the site for one month for $1, but only for a limited time. - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/join/?Subscription=2661 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich recap the recent commitment of four-star defensive end Julius Holly, then discuss U-M's recruiting focus on the offensive and defensive lines moving forward. The crew discusses the latest with Top247 DT DJ Sanders, whether Michigan will continue recruiting Hardy Watts after his pledge to Wisconsin, and rumors of a forthcoming decision by five-star OL Andrew Babalola. Attention turns tow wide receiver recruiting where the Wolverines where after picking up the recent pledge from Jacob Washington the Maize & Blue appear to lead for THREE other top targets. The episode concludes with a breakdown of Michigan's standing with defensive back targets Shamari Earls, Ivan Taylor, and Jordan Young. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich recap the epic Victor’s recruiting weekend and highlight the recent commitments by Jasper Parker, Jacob Washington, Kaden Strayhorn, Chase Taylor, and the massive pledge from 2026 quarterback prospect Brady Hart. The crew then shifts attention to Crystal Balls for top targets Hardy Watts, Andrew Olesh, Phillip Wright and as of this episode, top 50 wide receiver target Andrew Marsh. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan basketball coach Dusty May sits down for an in-depth interview with The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb. The Wolverines' headman reflected upon cutting his teeth in his first college coaching job at Eastern Michigan, what he's learned about some of the unique challenges recruiting players to Michigan, and the reception he's gotten on the NIL fundraising trail. Attention then shifts to his early impressions of every player on the roster now that they're on campus. May opens up about Jace Howard's decision to stay on and the vote of confidence he got from Juwan Howard. He highlights his defensive philosophy, former players and coaches like Trey Burke and John Beilein who have stopped by to see him in the last few weeks, and much much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the seven players the Michigan football team added to its 2024 transfer portal class, as well as the most important summer enrollees in the Wolverines' 2024 recruiting class. They open with a look at the seven-member spring portal class, which includes four defensive backs and two wide receivers. They discuss their favorite adds of the class, including one potential All-American, one expected starter, and two players who are very much in the mix at their positions. In the second half of the episode, they look at the sleepers of the class, including two veterans who have battled injuries during college, and a familiar face with a lot of potential. They then turn to the 2024 high school recruiting class enrollees, and discuss which ones have the best shot at cracking the two-deep this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down their biggest takeaways and observations on both sides of the ball from Michigan's annual spring game. They open with a look at the offense. They discuss a quarterback room that seems to be down to a two-man battle for quarterback, and one that Michigan — at least publicly — says does not plan to involve a transfer portal addition. They also look at a deeper-than-expected tight end room, a wide receiver room that is short-staffed and standouts at running back and offensive line. In the second half of the episode, they take a look at Michigan’s defense. They discuss what they saw from the Wolverines’ reserve defensive linemen and edge rushers, including some players who impressed. They look at a couple standout newcomers at linebacker, a defensive backfield with a lot of athleticism and potential, and then look at special teams to close out the episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team’s spring game, looking at the quarterback battle, other storylines and other players they’ll be watching closely on Saturday. They open with a lengthy discussion about Michigan’s quarterback battle — far and away the most significant part of Saturday’s event. They discuss if and how the battle has changed this spring, why they remain a little skeptical of the room as a whole, and what they want to see from players on Saturday. They also touch on the transfer portal’s impact on the room, and where they stand on the debate over adding a quarterback in the portal. In the second half of the episode, they look at the other storylines to watch in the game. They look at the changing of the guard in the skill position roles, and why they aren’t as concerned about the offensive line as the numbers would suggest. They then look at the defense, looking at roles to fill in the secondary, depth to be found up front and other players and positions to watch. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz offer their initial thoughts on Michigan hiring Dusty May to be its next head men’s basketball coach. They open with a look at why the hire makes a lot of sense for Michigan. They dig in to what May did well in building Florida Atlantic up, why the Wolverines beat out other programs for this year’s “it” candidate, the value of his college experience and the perks of the timing of the hire. They also look at some of the questions that persist even with the hiring of May. Included are discussions on May’s relative lack of experience, the challenges of recruiting at Michigan, what the rest of this offseason may look like and the overall unpredictability of college basketball. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In a loaded basketball episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down a number of key topics pertaining to Michigan firing Juwan Howard, and what’s next for the Wolverines’ program. They open with a look at how Juwan Howard’s once-promising coaching tenure went so south, so quickly. They discuss roster management, a loss of momentum, defensive struggles and late-game woes, as well as where Howard could have improved in the offseason. They then pivot to look at what Michigan can learn from the last five years, and what can be applied to the Wolverines’ head-coaching search. They look at how a roster can be constructed at Michigan, why a coach used to “doing more with less” can shine in Ann Arbor and why college coaching experience is critical to whomever the Wolverines choose. In the second half of the episode, they take a look at some of the top coaching candidates. They look at unlikely, but worthy candidates they would call first, realistic candidates that make the most sense, and some dark-horse candidates they are intrigued by. They also spend a lot of time discussing a potential return by John Beilein. They close with more discussion about how Howard’s tenure turned so sour, and discuss a number of smaller topics along the way. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down Michigan’s decision to hire Don “Wink” Martindale as its next defensive coordinator, and what’s next for him and the Wolverines. They open with an assessment of Michigan’s selection of Martindale, and dole out grades for the hire. They discuss Martindale’s strengths as a schematic coach, flush with high-level experience, and the continuity he can bring to a Michigan defense that thrived under two of Martindale’s mentees over the last three seasons. They also look at question marks the follow the hire, including Martindale’s potential shortcoming in recruiting, curiosity about how he’ll coach younger, less knowledgable players and how he’ll handle an effective demotion by returning to the college game. They continue the discussion by zooming out, and looking at what Michigan should prioritize as it fills out the rest of its defensive coaching staff, and how big of a concern player retention is on the defensive side of the ball right now. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz discuss Michigan officially hiring Sherrone Moore as its next head football coach, then begin to look at what's next for Moore and the Wolverines. They open with a discussion of Moore’s press conference and the hiring being made official. They look at the value of Michigan keeping a similar identity and physical brand of football, as well as the press conference’s high attendance of coaches and players. They then turn the discussion to the biggest questions Moore will try to answer in the next week, including recruiting, staff and roster retention, a plan for spring practices and more. In the second half of the episode, they discuss a couple intriguing areas where Michigan could actually improve in the post-Jim Harbaugh era, look at how the media may portray Michigan different and take an early look at expectations for next season in Ann Arbor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the news that Jim Harbaugh is headed back to the NFL after nine seasons at Michigan. They discuss Harbaugh's tenure, and offer a check list of what should be next on the Wolverines' agenda. They open with a look at Harbaugh’s decision to leave Michigan for the Los Angeles Chargers. They discuss the “surprise” of the move, what their initial reaction is and what they remember most about Harbaugh’s tenure at Michigan. In the second half of the episode, they dig in to what’s next for the Wolverines. They discuss why Sherrone Moore is such a no-brainer candidate for Michigan’s next head coach, what makes him a compelling candidate and how promoting him can keep Michigan’s momentum going. They also look at the recruiting side of things, including how the Wolverines must go about recruiting their current players to stick around. They then close the episode with a look at what Michigan should be looking for in a defensive coordinator in the event that Jesse Minter also heads to the NFL. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz recap the Michigan football team's 34-13 win over Washington in the national title game, and offer some big-picture thoughts on how the Wolverines got to the top of the college football world. They open the show by looking at what decisions or changes Michigan made after its 2-4 2020 season that were most impactful on the Wolverines going 40-3 since. Quarterback play, trench dominance, a player-led culture and toughness are all mentioned. They then look at what impressed them most about Michigan's win over Washington, including defensive pressure, Donovan Edwards and more. In the second half of the episode, they look at the legacy of Michigan's ginormous senior class and what they accomplished, the most important stay-or-go decisions the Wolverines face, the value of the 2021 and 2022 recruiting classes and Michigan's ability to succeed in the face of outside noise. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team’s national championship matchup against Washington. They discuss keys to the game on both sides of the ball, and make their predictions for the matchup. They open with a look at the biggest keys for Michigan’s defense, as it prepares to face off against the top-ranked passing attack in the country. They discuss Michael Penix Jr., Washington’s talented receivers and its award-winning offensive line. They look at how a surging Michigan pass-rush can alter the Huskies’ game plan, why being aggressive in the secondary can pay dividends and how stopping a run game trending the wrong way can be effective in stopping the pass game, too. In the second half of the episode, they look at the biggest keys for the Wolverines’ offense. They discuss why this could be a big game for Michigan’s play-action game, why the Wolverines should be able to sustain drives and kill clock with an effective run game, as well as a couple other weak points in Washington’s defense. They close with some parting thoughts on this year’s Michigan team, why it’s built to win a national championship, and make their predictions for Monday’s game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga offer their thoughts from the Michigan football team’s epic 27-20 overtime win over No. 4 Alabama in the Rose Bowl. They discuss the magnitude of the win, break down their top MVPs, plays and surprises from the game, as well as questions Michigan must answer before next Monday’s national championship game. They open the show by tackling the question of where Monday’s win ranks among the biggest wins in their lifetimes, and what other wins over the years would compare to it. Next, they look at their picks for offensive and defensive MVPs for the game. Both in players who led the charge, and impressed in a high-stakes game. In the second half of the episode, they tackle some of the biggest surprises in the game (both good and bad) and what went into them. They then close with some discussions on the biggest questions Michigan must answer ahead of its national title bout against Washington. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zúñiga break down their biggest takeaways from a week in Los Angeles as the Wolverines prepare for the Rose Bowl against Alabama. They open with a discussion about Michigan’s final preparations for the CFP after talking to coaches and players from both teams. They discuss why the Wolverines are better prepared for the CFP than in years past and some of their observations from Michigan’s practices. Conversation then turns to breaking down the Rose Bowl itself. Shaw and Zúñiga give their offensive and defensive keys to the game — including what it’ll take to stop Jalen Milroe, and what the Wolverines need to do to move the ball against an excellent Crimson Tide edge group and secondary. The conversation then ends with X factors, discussing some of the underrated players and keys that could be the deciding factor at the Rose Bowl. Zúñiga and Shaw then make their picks: Will Michigan be heading to Houston, or does the dream season end in Pasadena? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan football is back in the Rose Bowl for the first time since the 2006 season, and a National Championship Game appearance is on the line. On this week's episode of Behind Enemy Lines, we get a position-by-position breakdown of the Alabama Crimson Tide with Cody Goodwin, who covers the SEC powerhouse for 247Sports. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode,Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team's matchup against Iowa in the Big Ten championship game, offer their predictions and also look ahead to Michigan's role in the transfer portal with the portal window opening Dec. 4. The first third of the episode is devoted to the biggest keys for Michigan’s offense against a stout, consistent Iowa defense. They look at how the Hawkeyes have been able to stifle opposing offenses all season, and use defense and special teams to win games. They also make predictions for Michigan’s run game, pass protection and tight end usage in the contest. In the second section of the episode, they look at the keys for Michigan’s defense against the statistically worst offense in the country. They discuss why the Hawkeyes’ offense is worse than even usual, what the Wolverines may be on guard for anyways and make some over-under predictions for that matchup. They also make final score predictions for the game. Then, in the final third of the show, they take an early peak at Michigan in the transfer portal. They look at the Wolverines’ biggest needs on both sides of the ball, discuss why Michigan could be more aggressive than usual this month and other storylines to watch. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam Webb and former Michigan assistant (and Oklahoma State, Louisville, and Texas defensive coordinator) Vance Bedford break down Michigan's 30-24 victory over Ohio State, then look ahead to the Big 10 championship versus Iowa. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's offensive showing in its 30-24 victory over Ohio State, then look ahead to the Big 10 championship versus Iowa. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Michigan Insider breaks down the Iowa Hawkeyes with David Eickholt from The Hawkeye Insider. A rematch of the 2021 Big Ten Championship Game awaits, and Iowa has gotten here in remarkable fashion. Despite the 133rd-ranked total offense in college football (out of 133) and injuries to several star players, the Hawkeyes clinched the Big Ten West with a week to spare. We discuss the players and storylines to watch on Iowa as they attempt to shock the world in Indianapolis. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team’s 30-24 win over No. 2 Ohio State, the Wolverines’ third straight win in the series and a win that opens up Michigan’s title-winning possibilities. They open by looking at what was a sound, player-led team win for the Wolverines. They discuss Michigan’s lack of mistakes, as well as grit, experience and physicality on display all game. They then pivot to look into the Wolverines’ offense, in which an experienced, talented quarterback, fearless play-calling and a gritty second half gave Michigan the edge over a stout Ohio State defense. In the second half of the episode, they look at what Michigan’s defense did and did not do right in the game. They also look at the Wolverines’ special teams making a difference, where Ryan Day goes from here and what Michigan can aim to work on between now and the College Football Playoff. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Al Borges went back and watched the all 22 of several Ohio State games from this season. Now he's ready to scout the Buckeye offense and field questions from viewers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Al Borges went back and watched the all 22 of several Ohio State games from this season. Now he's ready to scout the Buckeye defense and field questions from viewers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices