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Defend the Block 55 - Jace Howard Jun 30, 2021

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Brian catches up with soon-to-be sophomore Jace Howard to discuss the team-first mentality that the Howard family utilizes (10:00), some of his best basketball memories from his childhood (14:30), his evolution as a player heading into his second season in Ann Arbor (20:30), and the opportunity to play for his Dad (28:15).

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In the Trenches 192 - Northwestern Preview Jun 24, 2021

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In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss several key topics, including the big ruling by the Supreme Court pertaining to the NCAA (6:30) and the latest surrounding the proposed changes to the College Football Playoff (10:30). Then, our game-by-game preview continues with Northwestern, as Jon chats with the Wildcats' play-by-play broadcaster Dave Eanet about Pat Fitzgerald's importance to the program (23:30), his expectations for the Wildcats in 2021 (29:30), some of the key storylines for Northwestern's offense (32:15), and the most noteworthy aspects of the Wildcats' defense (40:20).

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Defend the Block 54 - Zeb Jackson & Chris Williams Jun 23, 2021

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Brian begins by catching up with soon-to-be sophomore guard Zeb Jackson, who discusses his unique last two years (10:00), his strengths and weaknesses heading into next season (15:00), his acclimation to Head Coach Juwan Howard and the Michigan program (19:15), and the potential of next season's team (21:45). Then, Chris Williams, the new Athletic Trainer for men's basketball, discusses the key aspects of his position (24:00), his professional journey to this point (29:30), and his perception of the program from afar (35:30).

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In the Trenches 191 - Steve Clinkscale & Nebraska Preview Jun 17, 2021

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We have two great guests this week! We begin with the newest member of the Wolverines coaching staff--Defensive Passing Game Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach Steve Clinkscale--who talks about the process of taking the job here with Michigan (1:45), his acclimation process into the program (5:45), and how to work with and develop those around him in the program (11:45). Then, we roll along with our game-by-game preview by breaking down Michigan's trip to Nebraska with Huskers sideline reporter Jeremiah Sirles. He discusses the Huskers' quest to return to contender status in the Big Ten (19:00), some of the key players and storylines for Nebraska's offense (23:00), the potential of the Huskers' defense (35:15), and his thoughts on Nebraska's fan base and gameday experience (39:20).

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Defend the Block 53 - Franz Wagner Jun 16, 2021

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Brian catches up with now former Wolverine Franz Wagner about his decision to enter the NBA Draft (9:00), his time in Ann Arbor as a student and a player (14:30), his experiences with Head Coach Juwan Howard (20:00), and some of his favorite memories during his time at Michigan (23:30).

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In the Trenches 190 - Wisconsin Preview Jun 10, 2021

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In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon discusses the successful completion of all 2020-21 sports as of this weekend (4:15), Adam Coon's attempt to make the Tennessee Titans' roster (12:00), and the latest reports surrounding the College Football Playoff format (15:30). Then, we continue our game-by-game previews for 2021 by welcoming in Wisconsin play-by-play voice Matt Lepay, who discusses Barry Alvarez's legacy (28:30), the potential of Graham Mertz and the Badgers' offense (34:30), and some of the keys for Wisconsin defensively (44:15).

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Defend the Block 52 - Kim Barnes Arico & Harry Rafferty Jun 09, 2021

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We check in on Michigan women's basketball this week, as Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico chats with Brian about each of her three new assistants (11:00), what she and the players are up to at this stage of the offseason (19:30), and Naz Hillmon's opportunity to represent Team USA in next week's AmeriCup (26:30). Then, we have our final one-on-one interview with the new-look women's basketball coaching staff. Harry Rafferty stops by to discuss the work with the program that helped him earn an assistant position (31:00), the acclimation process for the new-look staff (35:30), and his close relationship with former Wolverine Duncan Robinson (42:15).

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Conqu'ring Heroes 26 - Jerry Clayton & James Henry Jun 08, 2021

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On this week's episode, Jon catches up with the two Head Coaches of Michigan Track & Field, Jerry Clayton and James Henry. They discuss the unique challenges of the season (1:00), the dividing of responsibilities between them and among their staff members (6:00), their expectations for the individuals who qualified for this weekend's NCAA Outdoor Championships (8:00), and the environment they are expecting in Eugene, Ore., for the event (17:00).

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In the Trenches 189 - Remembering Laurie Carr, Rutgers Preview Jun 03, 2021

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We begin by discussing the life of Laurie Carr, the wife of former Wolverines Head Coach Lloyd Carr, who passed away last week (6:00). Then, Jon discusses the return of in-person recruiting (14:30) before continuing to preview each 2021 game by welcoming in Chris Carlin, the play-by-play voice for Rutgers football. Chris breaks down the improved talent within the Scarlet Knights' defense (26:00), the effect that Greg Schiano has had on the program (32:30), and his impressions on the potential of the Rutgers offense (38:00).

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Defend the Block 51 - Hunter Dickinson Jun 02, 2021

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Hunter Dickinson stops by to break down his decision to enter the NBA Draft, while maintaining his college eligibility (8:30). Hunter also shares some of the improvements he has made on and off the floor (13:00), reflects on his memories from last year's incredible team (20:00), and reacts to his former high school head coach Mike Jones' new position at Virginia Tech (25:30).

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