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In the Trenches 99 - Juwan Howard, Kim Barnes Arico, Carol Hutchins Mar 17, 2020

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The coronavirus prompted the Big 10 to cancel the rest of all winter and spring sports for this academic year. So, Brian caught up with men's basketball head coach Juwan Howard (1:15), women's basketball head coach Kim Barnes Arico (11:15) and softball head coach Carol Hutchins (26:15) to discuss their student-athletes' reactions to the news, recap their shortened seasons and try to look ahead to a cloudy future.

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In the Trenches 98 - Jumbo Elliott, COVID-19 talk Mar 14, 2020

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It's a special edition of In the Trenches. Jon sits down with John "Jumbo" Elliott, the newest Wolverine (and 32nd all-time) selected to the College Football Hall of Fame (9:20). We also talk about the impact of COVID-19, as Brian shares his experience from a surreal day in Indianapolis at the Big 10 men's basketball tournament.

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In the Trenches 97 - Linebacker Preview, Don Brown Mar 11, 2020

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We conclude our defensive preview with a look at the linebacker position, as Jon discusses the impact of Khaleke Hudson and Jordan Glasgow's departures, the growth of Cam McGrone last season and the outlook for Josh Ross in 2020. Then, Defensive Coordinator Don Brown stops by the show to talk about the linebackers and the defense as a whole (18:00). We conclude with a preview of the Big 10 men's basketball tournament, a look back at successful weekends for women's basketball and hockey, and an all-time Would You Rather question.

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In the Trenches 96 - Secondary Preview, Bob Shoop, Mike Zordich Mar 04, 2020

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Our 2020 preview rolls along with a breakdown of the Wolverines' secondary. Jon previews the upcoming season for key defensive backs like Dax Hill, Brad Hawkins, Ambry Thomas and Vincent Gray, while also mentioning some up-and-comers to watch. Then, safeties coach Bob Shoop (21:15) and cornerbacks coach Mike Zordich (34:20) chat with Jon about their position groups. We conclude with some basketball talk, Jon's NFL Mock Draft top five and Jon's weekly way Michigan can get into the top four next season.

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In the Trenches 95 - Defensive Line Preview, Shaun Nua Feb 26, 2020

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Our 2020 preview shifts to the defensive side, as Jon gives his early thoughts on the Wolverines' defensive line. He talks about Carlo Kemp's importance to the defense, Aidan Hutchinson and Kwity Paye's room for growth and some potential X-factors for next season. Then, defensive line coach Shaun Nua stops by the show to look back at last season and preview many of the key cogs on that defensive front. We finish up with some basketball talk, the potential changes to transfer rules and a few Wonderlic questions.

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In the Trenches 94 - Wide Receiver and Tight End Preview, Josh Gattis Feb 19, 2020

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After Jon and Brian praise some of the red-hot Wolverines teams around campus, like men's basketball's 2-0 week and baseball's #1 ranking, Jon breaks down the final units on the offensive side - wide receivers and tight ends. He talks about the growth potential for Nico Collins, Ronnie Bell and Nick Eubanks and identifies some young players who will be vital to the Wolverines in 2020. Then, Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis joins the show to discuss the pass catchers and the offense as a whole before we finish with some interesting national topics.

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In the Trenches 93 - Running Back Preview, Jay Harbaugh Feb 12, 2020

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After talking about Saturday's win for men's basketball over Michigan State, Jon shares his thoughts on Zach Charbonnet, Hassan Haskins, Chris Evans and the rest of the Wolverines' running backs. Then, Jon sits down with Running Backs Coach Jay Harbaugh to preview that position group. We conclude with some discussion on the national coaching carousel, the Wolverines at the NFL Scouting Combine and Valentine's Day.

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In the Trenches 92 - Offensive Line Preview, Ed Warinner Feb 05, 2020

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It's Jon's favorite episode of the offseason, because it's time to preview the offensive line! After Jon shares his thoughts on Jalen Mayfield's strong 2019 season and the four other spots up for grabs, he chats with Offensive Line Coach Ed Warinner about some of the same topics (23:20). We finish up with some Super Bowl talk and Jon's thoughts on the XFL.

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In the Trenches 91 - Quarterback Preview Jan 29, 2020

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We are going to preview the 2020 Wolverines by position group over the next few weeks, and we're starting with the most important position in football. Jon breaks down the upcoming quarterback battle, discusses what a quarterback must do on and off the field, and sizes up the race as it stands right now. Then, we talk some non-football topics, including the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, the Astros' cheating scandal and some other Michigan teams doing well as of late.

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In the Trenches 90 - Carlo's Return, New Coaches, Senior Bowl Jan 22, 2020

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There is plenty of news to discuss around the Wolverines' football program. Jon shares his thoughts on Carlo Kemp's return for 2020, Brian Jean-Mary and Bob Shoop's impact on the coaching staff and the keys for the six Wolverines participating in the Senior Bowl. We also discuss the well-traveled Michigan men's basketball team, some relevant national storylines in college football, what a Bacon Explosion is and dogs versus cats.

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