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Michigan football 2025 position preview — Quarterback Aug 01, 2025

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With the Michigan football team's fall camp underway, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz are conducting their annual position group preview series. Over the course of August, they look at all 11 position groups, identifying strengths, question marks, position battles, breakout players and expectations for each room.

While looking at quarterbacks, the two discuss how transfer portal additions and the addition of Bryce Underwood raise the floor of the room this fall, while Underwood raises the ceiling of what the room can be this fall. They also look at some question marks still surrounding the room, what to watch for in Michigan's self-proclaimed position battle and expectations for Underwood as a true freshman.

Behind the Uniform with Andrew Marsh - Freshman WR eager to help revive UM's dormant passing game Aug 01, 2025

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In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 3 - we feature freshman wide receiver, Andrew Marsh. One of the centerpieces of Michigan’s 2025 recruiting class, Marsh reflects upon the beginning of his transition from high school to college as an early enrollee. He recalls his first significant play in spring ball and expresses his readiness to contribute to the passing game. He praises the growth of the receiver room and mentions the support from quarterbacks and shares his early impressions of freshman signal caller Bryce Underwood. Marsh also touches on his financial literacy education thanks to counsel from Morgan Stanley, his business ventures, and the importance of off-field preparation. The interview concludes with his anticipation of the rigors of fall camp and with him looking forward to making an impact in his first season.

Fall camp preview: Five storylines to watch Jul 29, 2025

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Ahead of the Michigan football team's 2025 fall camp, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zúñiga break down some of the biggest storylines they're watching in fall camp.

They open, naturally, with a look at Bryce Underwood, and Michigan’s quarterback battle entering fall camp. They discuss Underwood’s physical traits, his noteworthy maturity, what teammates and coaches are saying about him and his preparedness for the job. They also discuss why the competition is still open.

They continue with a look at the most important position battles are for Michigan to sort out in fall camp. Among the positions discussed include left tackle, wide receiver, nickel, cornerback, safety and more.

They close the episode with a discussion of the under-discussed players they’ll be keeping a close eye on in fall camp, as well as the biggest team-wide concerns Michigan has to address in fall camp.

The Michigan Insider EXCLUSIVE with Sherrone Moore - 2025 Michigan Football Preview Jul 12, 2025

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Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore made his way to The Michigan Insider set Tuesday for an exclusive 1-on-1 conversation with Sam Webb. He reflected upon his inaugural season helming the Wolverine program, highlighted by his team's upset victory over Ohio State. He detailed the elements that contributed to that outcome, including the film the team watched the night before for inspiration. The conversation then shifts to his early impressions of Bryce Underwood and the freshman quarterback's growth during his first seven months on campus. The position battles at left tackle and right guard are next on the docket. Moore shares perspective on the unique athletic talent freshmen Andrew Babalola and Ty Haywood are adding to the program. Wide receiver and running back are then covered before the conversation shifts to the projected impact of new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey, Attention turns to defense where Moore reflects upon the evolution of the unit last year during Wink Martindale's first season at the helm. Moore highlights what he expects to be tremendous depth along the defensive line. Linebacker and defensive back projects round out the chat before he ends the discussion with a prediction about a Wolverine he believes will emerge as one of the best players in the Big Ten.

Michigan Recruiting Insider - No. 5 edge Carter Meadows commits! Will the fireworks continue? Jun 29, 2025

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On this week's sf The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich react to the breaking news that Washington (D.C.) Gonzaga edge Carter Meadows committed Michigan -- a development forecasted Friday night on TheMichiganInsider.com. The crew broke down Lou Esposito's outstanding recruiting strategy, dissected Meadows game, and projected his impact. The conversation then turn to the Wolverines' pursuit of Deuce Geralds and Julian Walker and what could be the great defensive line class in Michigan recruiting history. Will the fireworks continue? Next the crew recapped the commitment of Markell Dabney before focusing attention on offensive line recruiting and discussing the additions of Malakai Lee and Marky Walbridge. Don't miss the 247Sports June official visit subscription special - Get an annual subscription to The Michigan Insider for an amazing 50% off!!! Real insider intel, from REAL insiders! - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/join/?Subscription=2661

Introducing 'Inside College Basketball Now' with Jon Rothstein Jun 29, 2025

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Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

The Michigan Insider LIVE with Warde Manuel on NCAA settlement, investigation, & more Jun 21, 2025

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Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel made his way to The Michigan Insider studio Thursday morning for another exclusive 1-on-1 conversation with Sam Webb. In this latest exchange he reacts to the House vs. NCAA settlement, which will distribute $20.5 million in revenue to student-athletes, and its impact on the athletic department's budget. He also addressed the challenges of corralling the current NIL chaos with rampant litigation and differing legislation from state to state. He also answers questions about how much of a voice student athletes have now and should have in the future in determining how NIL in governed. From there, attention turns to Michigan's recent meeting the the NCAA Committee on Infractions, on which he offers his first brief remarks. The conversation shifts then to his department's exploration of new revenue streams as expenses continue to rise. The episode concludes with Manuel weighing with his opinion on the playoff expansion debate that has been brewing of late between the Big 10 and the SEC.

Michigan Recruiting Insider (LIVE) - with guests Travis & Tiffany Johnson; Victors Weekend preview Jun 21, 2025

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On this week's special live edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Chesapeake (Va.) Oscar Smith wideout Travis Johnson and his mother Tiffany Johnson joined the show to recap his official visit to Michigan with Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich. The Top247 pass-catcher reflects upon his Maize & Blue courtship over the past year, highlighting the growth of his relationship with would-be position coach Ron Bellamy, and his appreciation for the new offense being installed by new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey. Meanwhile his mother offers tremendous insight into her view of Michigan, what she's looking for in the school that ultimately lands her son, and on how she's managed to guide him so seamlessly through his recruiting process. Attention then turns to looming decisions in other heated recruiting races like Top247 defensive back Andre Clark, and rising linebacker targets Markel Dabney and Kenneth Goodwin. The episode closes with a preview of the Wolverines loaded Victors recruiting weekend. The conversation centers on Michigan's recruitment efforts for top prospects like Malaki Lee, Kelvin Obot, Zaden Krempin, and Titan Davis, Dorian Barney, and more.

Michigan Recruiting Insider (LIVE EDITION) - Featuring McHale Blade's commitment to Michigan! Jun 10, 2025

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On this week's special edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Chicago (Ill.) Simeon Top247 edge McHale Blade joined the show to announce his commitment to the Wolverines with Sam Webb and Brice Marich. Blade highlighted the impact of his long-standing relationship with Coach Lou Esposito and Michigan's combination of strong academics and player development on his decision. 247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu also joined the broadcast to offer in-depth analysis on Blade's talents on and off the field, and did Simeon head coach Sinque Turner. TMI's Steve Lorenz later joined the show to discuss the impact of the recent House settlement on Michigan's approach to NIL and recruiting across the country. The focus then shifted to other hot recruiting races the Wolverines are involved in. The crew handicapped the flip odds for Auburn commit Shadarius Toodle, and discussed how the Wolverines are trending in races for Khary Adams (who made his way to the TMI studio for an interview), Nick Abrams, Alister Valejo, Dorian Barney, Andre Clark, and more.

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Steady Droppin' Dimes season finale: Predicting Michigan's NCAA Punishment plus FB & BB records Jun 06, 2025

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On the season-ending episode of Steady Droppin' Dimes, Sam Webb, Devin Gardner, and Daniel Horton share their predictions on what Michigan's final punishment from the NCAA for "sign-gate" in advance of Friday's hearing in front of the Committee on Infractions. The conversation then turned to next predictions for next basketball season where the crew debated the Michigan's chances for winning the Big 10 championship and making the Final Four. A heated exchange over the comparison of coaches Dusty May and Brad Underwood ensued. The discussion then turned to the crew's Michigan football predictions, with only one member predicting the Wolverines would reach double digit wins. The episode concluded with a conversation with the Ann Arbor Sports Commission and US Rowing about RowFest, one of the nation's largest rowing community events, coming to Washtenaw County July 12th - 20th.

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