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Michigan-Purdue preview: Wolverines vying for second straight Big Ten title Dec 02, 2022

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's upcoming matchup against Purdue in the 2022 Big Ten Championship.

They open by discussing the significance of Blake Corum's now-season ending knee injury. They look at what that means for the Wolverines' national title hopes, as well as where Michigan can turn to for more offensive production. They then zero back in on the Boilermakers, and outline why the Wolverines could have a strong chance to be pass-happy in Lucas Oil Stadium. They close the first half of the episode with some prop bets about the offense.

In the second half of the episode, the two look at the biggest keys for the Wolverines' defense. They discuss what makes Purdue's passing game dangerous, and debate if this counts as a "trap game" for Michigan. They close with a few more prop bet predictions, and make their final score predictions for the game.

Ohio State is now a "finesse" football team - Michigan defensive breakdown with Vance Bedford Dec 02, 2022

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Sam Webb and former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford dissect Michigan's defensive showing in its 45-23 victory over Ohio State, previews the Big Ten Championship game, and scouts potential playoff opponent, Georgia.

U-M outplayed and outcoached Ohio State (AGAIN) - Michigan offensive breakdown with Al Borges Dec 01, 2022

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Sam Webb and former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges dissect the performance by the Wolverines' offense in their 45-23 victory over Ohio State, then preview the Big Ten Championship, and scout potential playoff opponent, Georgia.

Behind Enemy Lines - Michigan vs. Purdue (Big Ten Championship) Dec 01, 2022

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The Big Ten Championship Game has arrived! Michigan won the Big Ten East by knocking off Ohio State, while Purdue got a win and some help to make it to Indianapolis for the first time. The Michigan Insider’s Alejandro Zuniga welcomes Boiler Sports Report’s Mick Walker to preview the title game and what the Wolverines should expect from the Boilermakers this weekend.

Michigan-OSU recap: What the Wolverines showed in second straight win over Buckeyes Nov 27, 2022

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In this episode, 247Sports' Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's 45-23 win at Ohio State — the Wolverines' first win in Columbus since 2000.

They open with a discussion on why Michigan's win Saturday was one of the most impressive in the Wolverines' history. They discuss the injury setbacks, dominant second half and statement win by dominating a top-five opponent. They then turn their attention to the discussion on if the "tide has turned" in the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry after two straight Wolverine wins, and what a shift and momentum looks like moving forward.

In the second half of the episode, they look at a breakout game from JJ McCarthy, and what doors that opens for the Wolverines this season and next. They then look at Michigan's case against Georgia as the nation's No. 1 team, then close with a discussion about how Michigan became such a strong second-half team.

Ohio recruiting intensifies; Top247 DE Brian Robinson checks in - Michigan Recruiting Insider Nov 25, 2022

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On the latest episode of The Michigan Recruiting Insider Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss the commitment of Cincinnati (Ohio) Princeton athlete Breeon Ishmael. Attention then turns to U-M's upward trend with Ohioans Jason Hewlett, D'Juan Waller Jr., and Cam Calhoun. The crew also give post visit updates on top CB targets Jyaire Hill and Aaron Gates. The episode concludes with an interview with 2024 Top247 DE Brian Robinson who made it out to three Michigan games this season.

Mandatory defensive corrections in time for Ohio State - Michigan defensive breakdown with Vance Bedford Nov 24, 2022

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Sam Webb and former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford dissect Michigan's defensive showing in its 19-17 victory over Illinois. Vance highlights some key mistakes the Wolverines made versus the Illini that must be cleaned up before the matchup with Ohio State. The Vance scouts the Buckeye offense and take listener questions about “The Game.”

Lessons learned vs Illinois & OSU defensive scout - Michigan offensive breakdown with Al Borges Nov 24, 2022

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Sam Webb and former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges dissects the performance by the Wolverines' offense in their 19-17 victory over Illinois, scouts the Ohio State defense, and takes questions from listers about Michigan’s struggling passing game and how the Wolverines match up with the Buckeyes.

Michigan-OSU preview: How can the Wolverines upset the Buckeyes? Nov 23, 2022

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In this episode, 247Sports’ Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the biggest keys on offense and defense for Michigan as it travels to take on No. 2 Ohio State, and their predictions for the matchup.

They open with a look at Michigan’s offense. They discuss the impact of injuries to Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards, and how their availability may or may not impact the Wolverines’ offense. They discuss the importance for Michigan needing to throw the ball regardless, as well as other ways the Wolverines can move the football if their run game is adversely affected. They also do prop bets looking at Michigan’s offense.

In the second half of the episode, they look at the defensive side of things. They discuss the value of trying to make Ohio State one-dimensional offensively, and break down the Buckeyes’ touted passing attack. They close with a few more prop bet predictions, as well as their early score predictions for the game.

The Game: Michigan and Ohio State prepare for (maybe) the rivalries biggest game ever Nov 23, 2022

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It's The Game Week and 2022's iteration of Ohio State and Michigan's annual rivalry may be the biggest one in its history! Zach Shaw of TheMichiganInsider and Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts join Brandon Marcello to discuss Saturday's game, what it means for both schools, and its impact not only on the Big Ten, but on college football this season!

Host: Brandon Marcello

Guest: Patrick Murphy & Zach Shaw

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