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Michigan - Bowling Green preview: What the Wolverines can show in their final non-conference game Sep 15, 2023

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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.

Michigan defensive breakdown with Vance Bedford (Week 2) - Recapping UNLV Sep 15, 2023

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

Michigan offensive breakdown with Al Borges (Week 2) - Recapping UNLV Sep 15, 2023

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Former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's offensive showing in its 35-7 victory over UNLV.

Behind Enemy Lines - Michigan State fallout, and previewing Michigan-BGSU Sep 13, 2023

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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.

Michigan - UNLV preview: What do the Wolverines need to show in week two? Sep 07, 2023

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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.

Behind Enemy Lines - Michigan vs. UNLV Sep 07, 2023

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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.

East Carolina recap: Passing game, new defensive starters shine, while the run game and broadcast fall flat Sep 03, 2023

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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.

Michigan football 2023 season predictions and ECU game preview Aug 31, 2023

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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.

Behind Enemy Lines - Michigan vs. East Carolina Aug 30, 2023

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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.

Michigan football 2023 season preview: Special teams Aug 30, 2023

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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.

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