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Is Michigan’s lack of early recruiting momentum cause for concern? - Michigan Recruiting Insider May 14, 2022

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice share the latest on wide receiver and defensive back recruiting. Attention then turns to a prevalent question from subscribers – Is it time to be concerned about Michigan’s lack of recruiting momentum while Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Michigan State are enjoying a lot of it?

Michigan basketball offseason check-in: Assessing the Wolverines' roster following latest round of decisions May 05, 2022

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz check in on the Michigan men’s basketball team following the transfer portal deadline, and take a look at where the Wolverines stand.

They begin with an assessment of Hunter Dickinson’s decision to return to Michigan without even testing the NBA Draft waters. They discuss what it means for the Wolverines, and also take a look at how Dickinson can improve in his third season with Michigan both as a player and leader.

The two next turn to looking at 2021-22 bench players who could emerge as breakout stars next season, then look at the addition of now-likely starting point guard Jaelin Llewellyn, a graduate transfer from Princeton.

In the second half of the episode, the two discuss the NBA Draft declarations of Moussa Diabate and Caleb Houstan, who both declared while retaining their collegiate eligibility. They discuss each player individually, looking at their situations and what it means for their upcoming decisions.

Finally, Lorenz and Shaw take a look at where Michigan’s likely roster puts it in the scope of the Big Ten and the nation’s top teams.

Hunter Dickinson unfiltered - his return, his NIL criticism, & more - Michigan Basketball Insider May 04, 2022

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Hunter Dickinson joins this week’s episode to discuss his decision to return to U-M. The junior-to-be reflects upon last season before highlighting aspects of his game he aims at improving during the offseason. Attention then turns to his thoughts on NIL – the opportunities that contributed to his decision to return, and his belief that Michigan has an antiquated approach that will limit its ability to get players in the future. The interview concludes with his projection of Kobe Bufkin as next year’s breakout player, Terrence Williams’ further development, and a discussion of his role as “the closer” in recruiting. Tim and Sam react to Dickinson’s NIL take and frame the debate that will likely ensue, then discuss Michigan losing Frankie Collins to the portal and harvesting Jaelin llewellyn from it.

Is Michigan trailing for 5-star legacy CJ Carr? - Michigan Recruiting Insider Apr 25, 2022

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Dante Moore’s father discusses his son’s recruitment. Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich then turn their attention to the recent Crystal Balling of CJ Carr to Notre Dame. Are the Wolverines really trailing for the blue-chip legacy prospect? The podcast closes with a breakdown of several targets the Michigan coaching staff have prioritized during the evaluation period.

Time to get optimistic about Hunter Dickinson's return? - Michigan Basketball Insider Apr 16, 2022

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Tim McCormick and Sam Webb explain why rumors about Juwan Howard being a candidate for Los Angeles Lakers head coaching job are rapidly dying. Attention then turns to rising optimism within the program about Hunter Dickinson’s return, and the now distinct possibility Moussa Diabate and Caleb Houstan will return too. The podcast closes with a discussion about how the timeline for the trio’s decision impact the Wolverines’ portal pursuits.

Dealing with the sudden Notre Dame problem - Michigan Recruiting Insider Apr 14, 2022

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Sam, Steve, and Brice recap Top247 OL Charles Jagusah’s recent Michigan visit before Jagusah joins the podcast. From there the crew dives into the rising number of one-on-one recruiting battles with Notre Dame, and strategies to stem the Irish momentum. Attention then turns to the expanding quarterback board and 2024 targets the Wolverines are trending up with. The podcast closes with a projection of Grant Newsome’s recruiting impact.

A look back at Michigan star & NFL Draft prospect Aidan Hutchinson as a recruit Apr 12, 2022

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In the first of our three-part series ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft later this month, 247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu joins the show to look back at what Michigan star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson, who some project as the No. 1 overall selection, was as a recruit, from the physical development and skill set, to his recruiting process and eventual collegiate success in Ann Arbor.

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Why Michigan faces an uphill battle for 5-star Dante Moore - Michigan Recruiting Insider Apr 08, 2022

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Sam, Steve, and Brice recap noteworthy spring game visitors, highlighting rising defensive end Joseph Mupoyi and the impact that his recruitment may have on teammate Nyckoles Harbor. Attention then turns to standout 2024 LB Edwin Spillman who joins the podcast to recap his spring game visit. Next the crew handicaps the race for Top247 offensive lineman and weekend visitor Charles Jagusah. The podcast closes with a preview of TMI’s upcoming exclusive five-star quarterback Dante Moore and discussion about why the Wolverines face an uphill battle to keep him home.

Spring game preview: Storylines, players we're watching in the Maize vs. Blue scrimmage Apr 01, 2022

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the key storylines and players they are watching from Michigan football's 2022 Spring Game.

They begin by looking at the team-wide storylines on offense, including a dearth of running back depth, a surplus of talented wide receivers and some new-ish faces along the offensive line. They then turn their attention to the defense, looking at a thin and inexperienced linebacker room, along with Michigan's need for new faces both in the secondary along the defensive line.

In the second half of the show, they also look at some key freshmen and non-freshmen who the two are keeping an eye on for the game, rounding out a conversation of nearly every position group.

Season reflection, Hunter Dickinson projection, & more - Michigan Basketball Insider Mar 31, 2022

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Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's loss to Villanova in NCAA tournament and reflect upon the season as a whole. Time then shares what he's hearing in pro circles about Hunter Dickinson's draft stock. Attention then turns to portal targets. The podcast finishes with discussion about the contributions of the assistant coaches and the odds of Juwan Howard keeping his staff intact.

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