The Michigan Insider

Former Michigan assistant Vance Bedford reviews the Michigan defensive performance in the Wolverine's dominant 52-10 road win at Minnesota. He details the adjustments the Wolverines made to stop the Gophers' stretch play, the outstanding play of the secondary, and 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

The Michigan Insider goes Behind Enemy Lines to preview the Indiana Hoosiers, who come to the Big House this weekend for a noon kickoff. TMI's Alejandro Zúñiga welcomes Matthew Weaver from Peegs.com to discuss this week's opponent. The Hoosiers are 2-3, coming off a blowout loss to Maryland, and fired their offensive coordinator over the bye week. What needs to change to save Tom Allen's job? The show then breaks down Ohio State's uncomfortable win over the Terps with Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts. How big of a concern is that Buckeye rushing game, and what could that mean for Michigan? 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 dominant 52-10 win at Minnesota, with some of their key takeaways on both sides of the ball. They open with an extended look at JJ McCarthy, his latest strong performance and why — regardless of where he ranks among college football’s quarterbacks this season — he, Jim Harbaugh and Michigan might be the best fit for each other in the country. They then continue by looking at the rest of the offensive standouts, including Kalel Mullings, the offensive line, an array of pass-catchers and more. In the second half of the episode, they discuss what went well on the defensive side of things for the Wolverines. Included are discussions about two pick-sixes, Mason Graham, the defensive line’s depth and a defense that has been more destructive and disruptive the last two weeks. Along the way, they discuss other big-picture talking points surrounding the Wolverines’ 6-0 start. 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 week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich share updates on two new flips targets for Michigan. Then attention turns to NIL at Michigan with the founder of Valiant Management Group and a key contributor to The Champion's Circle Collective, Jared Wangler. 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 react to the Michigan football team’s 2024-28 Big Ten football schedules being released, and then preview the Wolverines road game at Minnesota. In the first half of the episode, they offer their thoughts on the Wolverines’ future Big Ten schedules, which were released Thursday afternoon. They discuss Michigan’s gauntlet of a 2024 schedule, whether expectations need to be reset for that season, the perks of having more prominent teams on Michigan’s home schedule and the perks of some tough road games on the slate. In the second half of the episode, they look at some of the biggest keys for Michigan in its road contest against Minnesota. They look at the Golden Gophers’ ability to force turnovers, another chance for Michigan’s backup running backs to impress, the Wolverines’ secondary continued efforts to grow and how Michigan can shut down Minnesota’s offense. They close with their final score predictions for the 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

Former Michigan assistant Vance Bedford and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's defensive showing in its 45-7 victory over Nebraska. 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 45-7 victory over Nebraska.. 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 football team faces Minnesota this weekend with the Little Brown Jug at stake for the first time since 2020. The Michigan Insider speaks with Ryan Burns from Gopher Illustrated to preview the matchup. Do the Gophers have what it takes to challenge the Wolverines? TMI then checks in with Stephen Brooks from Spartan Tailgate as Michigan State struggles through rough NIL news, lost to Iowa and began its coaching search. 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 lasting thoughts from Michigan's 45-7 win at Nebraska, which moved the Wolverines to 5-0 on the season. The open with a discussion about just how dominant Michigan was. Shaw assesses the sheer gap in ability shown between Michigan and Nebraska, as well as how the Wolverines have evidently solved their road-game woes. Lorenz contextualizes a complete performance, and how Michigan simply keeps looking better and better. They then dig into some of their biggest impressions from Michigan’s offense, including thoughts on JJ McCarthy, Kalel Mullings and the offensive line. In the second half of the episode, they discuss the defensive standouts, including several members of the edge room, an effective run defense and pass-rush and other major contributions. Along the way, they also dig into what the win says about Michigan’s standing nationally, and how the victory solidified the Wolverines’ claim as a national title contender. 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 No. 2 Michigan football team's first road test of the season, as the Wolverines travel to take on Nebraska. They discuss Michigan’s keys to victory, over-under predictions for the game and their final score predictions for the matchup. As usual, they open with a look at the keys for Michigan’s offense. They discuss what the Wolverines can do to pass to set up the run, their predicted distribution of carries in the run game and what makes Nebraska’s defense tick. In the second half of the episode, they flip over to the defensive side of the ball. The discuss what they believe to be a second straight one-dimensional offense, what can make Nebraska’s run game dangerous and some of the key factors to Michigan keeping its defensive success going. They close with their final thoughts and prediction for the 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

Former Michigan assistant Vance Bedford and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's defensive showing in its 31-7 victory over Rutgers. 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 31-7 victory over Rutgers.. 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 Alejandro Zúñiga previews the Nebraska game with Brian Christopherson of Husker247. The Cornhuskers are using the Wolverines as a blueprint as they rebuild — what will Saturday look like? And what should U-M expect from that Nebraska offense and a stout rushing defense? The show continues by recapping Michigan State after another blowout loss before closing with Ohio State and Ryan Day's postgame comments about toughness. 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 week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich share updates on the latest football visitors. Then attention turns to the turmoil at Michigan State and the potential Michigan targets on the Spartans’ roster and in their recruiting class. From there attention turns to Michigan flip targets in several other recruiting classes with an emphasis on receivers. 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 Michigan's win over Rutgers, offensive and defensive takeaways, the opening weekend of Big Ten play, Ryan Day's strange postgame comments and how the Wolverines stack up against Ohio State and Penn State so far. 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 assistant Vance Bedford and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's defensive showing in its 31-6 victory over Bowling Green. 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 31-6 victory over Bowling Green. 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 Big Ten opener against Rutgers. They look at both sides of the ball, what the Wolverines can do to assure victory and make both prop bet predictions and their final score predictions for the game. They open with a look at Michigan’s offense, and how it can crack Rutgers’ defense after the Scarlet Knights fared well against the Wolverines the last two seasons. They look at the importance of scoring when points are available, JJ McCarthy bouncing back, spreading the ball around more and getting Donovan Edwards into a rhythm. In the second half of the episode, they look at the biggest keys — with one standing out well above the rest — for Michigan’s defense. They discuss the value of making Rutgers one-dimensional, a secondary returning to full health and why this may be a good test for Michigan’s tackling. They close with their final thoughts and score predictions for the 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

The Michigan Insider's Alejandro Zúñiga previews the Wolverines' Big Ten opener against Rutgers with Bobby Deren of ScarletNation.com. It's a battle of two undefeated teams at the Big House. Does Rutgers have the offensive firepower to surprise Michigan this weekend? The show continues with our regular look into Michigan State and Ohio State ahead of important games for both programs — though for very different reasons. 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 turn a Bowling Green recap episode into a review of where Michigan stands after a 3-0 performance in non-conference play. Among the topics discussed: Has the run game shown enough in non-conference play? What might still be missing? What have been the biggest surprises for Michigan's offense so far — good and bad? Where does Michigan's defensive front rank among the best in Jim Harbaugh's tenure? What do the Wolverines need to do to be the best defense in the country? 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 preview Michigan's matchup against Bowling Green. They look at what the Wolverines can show in their final non-conference game to set themselves up well for Big Ten play. They begin by looking at the offensive side of things. They discuss Michigan's run game, which has lagged compared to preseason expectations. They also look at the backup position battles throughout the Wolverines' offense, and do their prop bets for the offense for the week. In the second half of the episode, they discuss what the defense can show to make it a successful weekend. They discuss the secondary, players they're watching closely to step up, and close with their defensive prop bets. They then predict how they expect the game to unfold, including their score predictions for the 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

Former Michigan assistant Vance Bedford and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's defensive showing in its 35-7 victory over UNLV. 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 35-7 victory over UNLV. 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

Alejandro Zúñiga of The Michigan Insider talks at length with Michigan State beat reporter Stephen Brooks to discuss a stunning week in East Lansing and what might come next for the Spartans. Then, the show welcomes Chase Bachman of WTOL 11 to preview Bowling Green-Michigan, a game between two programs with lots of shared history. The conversation ends with a quick look at Ohio State, as beat writer Patrick Murphy takes us inside the Buckeyes' program through two weeks. 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 Michigan's week two matchup against UNLV, and discuss what the Wolverines can show beyond the box score to make it a successful weekend for them. In the first half of the episode, they look at Michigan’s run game, and discuss how success will be measured when opposing defenses sell out to stop the run. They also look at the Wolverines’ offensive line, the return of Sherrone Moore and a potential emphasis on getting the ball to other pass-catchers after Roman Wilson and Cornelius Johnson shined last week. They include a few over-under predictions along the way. In the second half of the episode, they break down how this week could be an interesting test for Michigan’s cornerbacks, particularly on the deep ball. They also look at Michigan’s pass-rush, and what needs to be shown this week from the group. They close with some over-under predictions, as well as their final score predictions for the weekend. 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 Alejandro Zúñiga previews the UNLV game with Matt Neverett, a TV announcer for the Rebels who also helps produce their radio broadcasts. UNLV will enter the Big House as five-touchdown underdogs, but will familiar foe Ricky White and the Go-Go offense give Michigan a scare? Conversation then shifts to Michigan State and Ohio State, with 247Sports' Stephen Brooks and Patrick Murphy joining the show to offer insight on closer-than-desired victories for both of Michigan's main rivals. 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 break down the No. 2 Michigan football team’s 30-3 season-opening win over East Carolina. They look at the Wolverines’ offense and defense, and even go on an impromptu tangent about college football’s television problem. They open with a look at the offense, which included a stellar pass game showing and a mediocre day rushing the ball. They look at the strong performances from Roman Wilson and JJ McCarthy, and what led to them. They also look at other offensive standouts. They close the first half of the episode with a look at the run game, which had its worst statistical performance since 2021, and debate how much of a concern it was. In the second half of the episode, they look at the defensive side of things, including a number of new starters and role players who caught their attention. They then close with a discussion about the game’s broadcast, and why the move to streaming broadcasts is bad for fans and college football. 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 make their 2023 season predictions, then preview the Wolverines' matchup with East Carolina in the second half of the episode. To open the episode, the two look at Michigan’s biggest trap game, toughest game overall, MVPs, top freshmen and breakout players on both offense and defense. They then predict who will lead Michigan in a number of statistical categories, and forecast if Michigan will win the national championship. In the second half of the episode, the two discuss what would make for a successful weekend for Michigan on offense and defense (beyond winning and staying healthy), discuss players they’re watching closely and make score predictions for Saturday’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

The Michigan Insider's Alejandro Zúñiga speaks with ECU beat writer Stephen Igoe to preview the season-opening matchup between the Wolverines and Pirates. East Carolina has a reputation of being “giant killers” — what would it take to shock the world at the Big House? Conversation then turns to previewing the Michigan State season with MSU beat writer Stephen Brooks and Ohio State’s team with Patrick Murphy. 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 position preview series with a look at the special teams. Included are looks at the room's biggest strengths, question marks, position battles, X-factor players, stats to watch and bold predictions for the room. They open with a discussion about the room’s strengths, including annual success on coverage teams, and apparent heirs in the kicking and punting games. They then look at the biggest questions facing the room, punt and kickoff returns, and who might be able to step up in those positions, and what each candidate can bring to the table. In the second half of the episode, they look at two intriguing X-factor players, the stat Shaw is watching the most closely and make two bold predictions about special teams in Ann Arbor for the 2023 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 position preview series with a look at the safety position. Included are looks at the room's biggest strengths, question marks, position battles, X-factor players, stats to watch and bold predictions for the room. The episode begins with a look at the top-tier coverage abilities of Rod Moore and Makari Paige, and why that’s an asset fans shouldn’t take for granted. The discussion then turns to the up-and-coming depth in the room, and what to expect from redshirt freshmen Keon Sabb and Zeke Berry this fall. In the second half of the episode, they look at X-factor players, a stat to watch and make bold predictions about Rod Moore for the coming 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 position preview series with a look at the cornerback position. Included are looks at the room's biggest strengths, question marks, position battles, X-factor players, stats to watch and bold predictions for the room. The episode begins with a look at the position group's high level of athleticism, as well as the young, ascending talent in the room. They then turn their attention to the open position battle for the third starting cornerback spot, and some of the top candidates to know. In the second half of the episode, they look at potential surprise names to remember for the second half of the season, a stat that can elevate the room from good to great and make bold predictions about Will Johnson and the depth of the room. 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 position group preview series with a look at the linebacker room. During the show, they discuss the room's biggest strengths, question marks, position battles, X-factor players, stats to watch, bold predictions and more. They open with a look at the returning duo of Junior Colson and Michael Barrett, and why the two can be even better this fall with more depth around them. They also look at where the room can improve, including coverage and behind the line of scrimmage, and discuss how the depth chart shakes out right now. In the second half of the episode, they look at the ascent of Jaydon Hood, a stat that will measure the room's success this fall, make bold predictions about Colson's junior year and close with some talk on Ernest Hausmann. 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 position group preview series by looking at the edge room. During the episode, they look at the group's biggest strengths, question marks, position battles, X-factor players, stat to watch and their bold predictions for the group. They open by looking at the upside and versatility of the room, which boasts four starter-caliber players. They then turn their attention to newcomer Josaiah Stewart, as well as other players a step or two away from stardom. In the second half of the episode, they look at the position battles brewing, an X-factor player who could join the quartet, a stat they'll use to define the room and make predictions on who will lead the team in sacks. 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 position group preview series, flipping over to the defensive side of the ball to look at the defensive line. They look at the room’s strengths, question marks, position battles, X-factor players, stats to watch and make bold predictions for the room. Their discussion begins with a look at Michigan’s dominance last season stopping the run, and why it feels replicable in 2023. They discuss what Kris Jenkins, Mason Graham and others can bring to the table. The talk then turns to the biggest question mark facing the room, the pass-rush, and why Michigan is in position to be better rushing the quarterback this fall. They also talk about the battle for the No. 3 defensive line role brewing this fall. In the second half of the episode, they look at some of the true freshmen in the room, a key stat to watch and both make bold-statistical predictions for the room in 2023. 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 preview series looking at each Michigan position group in 2023. In this episode, they break down the strengths, question marks, stats, X-factor players and make predictions for the Wolverines' offensive line. They open with a look at the room's strengths, including the depth, size and experience the Wolverines have up front. They then look at the room’s question marks, including pass-protection, the challenge of finding the starter at each position and how the incoming transfers and underclassmen can factor into an experienced room. In the second half of the episode, the two look at the position battles at center and offensive tackle, name X-factor players to watch along the line this fall, and make predictions for the room in 2023. 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 position group preview series, looking at the strengths, questions and players to watch from Michigan's tight end room, as well as making predictions for the room in 2023. They begin with a look at the room’s strengths, including a discussion of the collective pass-catching abilities of the room, Colston Loveland and AJ Barner’s abilities and a room with diverse skill sets overall. They then look at the biggest question mark surrounding the room in their mind, blocking, and what players can step up on that front. In the second half of the episode, they look at an X-factor player they’re both watching, a couple stats that may define the room’s success in 2023, and make bold predictions for each of the room’s starters. 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 position preview series, breaking down Michigan's wide receiver room. They look at the room's strengths, question marks, position battles, key stat, X-factor player and make predictions for the room this fall. They begin with a look at the strengths of the room, including the big-play ability and experience of Cornelius Johnson and Roman Wilson. They next look at the question marks of the room, including depth, consistency and the position battle for the No. 3 spot. In the second half of the episode, they break down where Michigan can improve the most, and the stat they'll use to track progress. They then close with discussions about who's next in the room, and make predictions for the position in 2023. 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 position group preview series, looking at the strengths, question marks, position battles, stats, players and bold predictions for the running back room this season. They open looking at the room's strengths, including what Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards do well as a tandem together. They then turn their attention to the top candidates to be Michigan's No. 3 running back this fall, and why the room has more depth overall than last season. In the second half of the episode, Shaw discusses a stat he's watching closely, Lorenz discusses the two's X-factor player and both make bold predictions for the room. ICYMI: Check out our written preview of the running back room here. 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 Michigan’s quarterback room ahead of the 2023 season, looking at the room’s biggest strengths, questions, storylines, predictions and more. They begin by looking at the room’s biggest strength, including JJ McCarthy’s talent as well as the room’s overall leadership and maturity. They look at why this year could be a big year for the room, but also take a look at the biggest question marks surrounding the room, including depth and the room’s ability to carry the offense if needed. They continue with a discussion of the top candidates for Michigan’s No. 2 quarterback job, pick out a player and stat they are watching from the room this season, and make their bold predictions for the room in 2023. ICYMI: Our in-depth written preview of the quarterback room can be found here. 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

Nappanee (Ind.) Northwood cornerback Jo'Ziah Edmond wasted no time committing to Michigan yesterday shortly after picking up an offer. The former Purdue commit had turned heads all summer with his blend of length and athleticism, enroute to earning a 2024 All-American game invite. The talented youngster and his mother joined The Michigan Insider for an interview on the heels of his announcement to reflect upon his journey to becoming a Wolverine, his connection with Steve Clinkscale, his game, 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 preview Michigan as the Wolverines begin fall camp, looking at the team's most important newcomers, biggest fall camp storylines and X-factor players. They begin with a discussion of the most important transfer portal additions — out of eight competing for a starting job — on the team. They then turn their attention to the freshman class, and discuss which players could make an impression in fall camp. In the second half, they look at the biggest team-wide storylines facing Michigan in fall camp, then close by discussing the players with uncertain roles who could play a big X-factor this fall. 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 week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich share the Michigan recruiting outlook after the losses of Aaron Scott to Ohio State and Bennett Warren to Tennessee, and visits by major targets to the annual Barbecue at the Big House. The crew shared the latest on 2025 five-stars David Sanders and Bryce Underwood after there visits. They also share the latest rumblings on Gatlin Bair with his decision fast approaching. The podcast concludes with an interview with new Michigan commit Bobby Kanka, who stopped by the TMI studio to reflect upon his decision. 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 their time covering Michigan at the 2023 Big Ten Media Days. They begin with a look at the potential suspension that Jim Harbaugh could be facing pending an NCAA investigation. Though Harbaugh was unsurprisingly tight-lipped about the ongoing investigation, they look at what Blake Corum, Mike Sainristil and Kris Jenkins had to say about a potential suspension, and the impact it would have on the team. They also address why Michigan's mentality also helps them be unfazed by being preseason Big Ten favorites and other potential distractions. The two then turn the attention to other topics from media days. Included is an early look at Michigan's competitive position battles, Jim Harbaugh's adoration for JJ McCarthy, Blake Corum's confident return and Harbaugh's remarks about the transfer portal and Cade McNamara. 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 veer away from the Michigan football team's household names, and break down their picks for the Wolverines' breakout players and underrated contributors for the 2023 season. They begin by looking at the offense, and discuss why Michigan has room for breakout players at both tight end and wide receiver. They take a peek at who could be "next" at both positions, and what they like about the rising talent in Ann Arbor. Next, they flip over to the defensive side of the ball, and peer at some players who aren't projected to start for the Wolverines, but could player a larger role than is being discussed right now. Finally, they look at players who could change the narratives of their career with a strong summer cycle, and close by picking the most underrated players on offense and defense for the Wolverines. 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, we break down the most important players for the Michigan football team ahead of the 2023 season, as counted down by Zach Shaw here. While we don't go over every player, Shaw and Steve Lorenz do discuss the following topics, among others: After consensus picks at No. 1 and No. 2, who comes in at No. 3, and which players have compelling cases for the spot? Who came in higher in our individual rankings than the final overall ranking, and why do we feel that way? Are the fans sleeping on any players in their ballot? Who not in the preseason top 25 could end up here by midseason? 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

Andrew and Cooper discuss the many commitments over July 4th including Justin Scott to Ohio State, Cameron Coleman to Texas A&M, and many more! 5-Star Justin Scott Picks Ohio State - 2:00 4-Star Marquise Lightfoot to Miami - 8:08 4-Star Elias Rudolph to Michigan - 12:30 5-Star Cam Coleman to Texas A&M - 15:15 Florida State Lands Multiple Commits - 21:15 4-star Ashton Bethel-Roman to Arkansas - 24:21 4-Star Kylan Fox to UCF - 29:00 Missouri Lands Multiple Commits - 31:15 Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! 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 week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich break down the commitment of Brandywine (Md.) Gwynn Park edge Devon Baxter. The crew then rests the edge and linebacker recruiting boards after the losses of top targets Darien Mayo and Aaron Chiles. Sam interviews West Charlotte coach Sam Greiner about what his star pupil Jaden Smith will bring to Michigan. The podcast concludes will an update on all the visitors that made it to Ann Arbor for visits this week. 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

TMI's Sam Webb and Brice Marich discuss Michigan's momentum with Las Vegas Bishop Gorman running back Micah Kaapana. 247Sports Midwest analyst Allen Trieu then joins the show to share the latest on Michigan's standing with top targets Bryce West, Aaron Scott, Ryan Wingo, Justin Scott, Jeremiah Beasley, and more. The episode concludes with 247Sports West coast analyst Brandon Huffman checking in with I'Marion Stewart fresh on the heels of his commitment to Michigan. 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 week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich return from a much needed break to recap the commitments of Owen Wafle, Jaden Smith, and Josh Wallace. Then attention turns to U-M's second visit weekend of the month, starting with rising defensive line prospect Manuel Biegel affirming his U-M commit on his latest trip. Next up is a breakdown on the run of Crystal Ball projections in U-M's favor coming out of the weekend: Bennett Warren, Deyvid Palepale, Dominc Nichols, Elias Rudolph. From there attention turns to the Wolverines' ground-gaining visit with Cleveland Glenville corner Bryce West, followed by a realistic breakdown of U-M's chances with long shot targets Jordon Johnson-Rubell, Ryan Wingo, and Justin Scott. The podcast closes with a preview of upcoming decisions from recent official visitors I'Marion Stewart and Boo Carter, and a preview of another massive third visit weekend of the month. 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