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Michigan wins Big Ten title, advances to College Football Playoff Dec 07, 2021

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In this episode, we discuss the significance of Michigan's win over Iowa to capture the 2021 Big Ten championship, along with our initial thoughts on the College Football Playoff field, which includes the Wolverines as the 2-seed.

We open by looking at the Wolverines' win, which clinched their first Big Ten title since 2004. We discuss Michigan's magical run, what it says about the program, the Wolverines' potential staying power as a top-five team, along with any remaining weaknesses as Michigan heads into the playoff.

In the second half of the episode, we take an initial look at the four-team field. We discuss whether the committee got it right, along with our initial thoughts on No. 3 Georgia and how they match up against the Wolverines.

Post Ohio State MEGA update: Zeke Berry commits, Domani drops U-M, & more - Michigan Recruiting Insider Dec 03, 2021

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss new Michigan commits Zeke Berry, Adam Samaha, Joel Starlings, Ethan Burke and Semaj Morgan. Attention then turns to major recruiting developments in the aftermath of U-M's win over Ohio State - the Wolverines being eliminated by Domani Jackson, holding firm with Amorion Walker, fighting to fend off the SEC for Deone Walker, the sudden rise with 2023 Top247 LB Raylen Wilson, and the ongoing pursuit of Clemson safety commit Keon Sabb.

Preview: No. 2 Michigan, No. 13 Iowa meet in Big Ten title game Dec 02, 2021

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Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the No. 2 Michigan football team's Big Ten title game bout against No. 13 Iowa.

In the episode, we discuss the keys for Michigan's offense going up against a stout Hawkeyes defense. We discuss the Wolverines' balanced receiving attack and ascending offensive line, but also a potential matchup advantage they might have in the run game against Iowa that wasn't present against Ohio State.

In the second half of the episode, we discuss how the Wolverines can avoid funny business when Iowa has the ball. We look at the Hawkeyes' offensive struggles both at quarterback and running back, and how Iowa may try to counter.

Along the way, we make our prop-bet picks for the game, then close the episode with our final thoughts and predictions for the matchup.

Michigan thumps OSU: Breaking down the Wolverines' epic win Nov 28, 2021

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Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's exceptional upset win over No. 2 Ohio State, and all the detail on what it means and what's next.

We begin by breaking down what worked for the Wolverines in the win. We look at Michigan's dominant run game, stingy defense and Jim Harbaugh building a team that is distinctly his. We discuss how the Wolverines pulled off what they had to pull off on defense, and how Hassan Haskins put together an all-time showing at running back.

We then discuss what the victory means. We look at Michigan's national title opportunity, how the win can have an emanating effect on both fans and the players' culture, what it says that the Wolverines stuck with the plan and saw it pay off in an era where many athletic departments struggle to have that faith.

We close with some more talk on Aidan Hutchinson and Haskins, and their place nationally.

Michigan-Ohio State 2021 preview: Can the Wolverines find a way? Nov 24, 2021

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the title bout matchup between the No. 5 Michigan and No. 3 Ohio State football teams.

We begin by looking at how the Wolverines' offense matches up against the Buckeyes' defense. Shaw outlines a soft spot in Ohio State's coverage that Cade McNamara may be able to exploit. We also preview Michigan's run game, and why it may be able to fare better against the Buckeyes' defensive front than other teams on the Buckeyes' schedule have so far. We also look at some other key factors on the offense.

We then proceed to the strength-vs.-strength matchup between Ohio State's offense and Michigan's defense. We discuss the Buckeyes' underrated run game, elite offensive line play and, of course, how the Wolverines will have to go about defending Ohio State's passing game.

Along the way, we tackle our over-unders, then close with our final thoughts and predictions for the matchup.

Another huge visit weekend on tap for battle with Ohio State - Michigan Recruiting Insider Nov 24, 2021

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich preview Michigan's visitor list for its weekend battle with Ohio State. Domani Jackson Zeke Berry, and Deone Walker headline a group of attendees that could still have a few surprise additions.

The 'Mooou-sa' effect & a chat with Jett Howard - Michigan Basketball Insider Nov 21, 2021

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Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's 74-61 win over UNLV, highlighting more signs of Hunter Dickinson's evolution and the huge spark that is Moussa Diabate. Should Diabate move into the starting lineup? The duo then discusses the many hats worn by Eli Brooks and the moves that could help ease the transition process for Devante Jones. Attention then turns to the important role definition for Caleb Houstan and Kobe Bufkin. The podcast concludes with an interview with top 2022 signee Jett Howard. The talented youngster discusses the growth of his game, playing for his dad, his recruiting efforts for football and basketball, and more.

Michigan blows out Maryland, sets stage for epic showdown vs. OSU Nov 21, 2021

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In this episode, we break down what stood out from the No. 6 Michigan football team's 59-18 win at Maryland, and how it set the stage for next week's clash against No. 4 Ohio State.

We begin by looking at the Wolverines' win, and if any of the game can factor into our overall view of Michigan's team. We discuss Donovan Edwards' breakout game, the Wolverines' growing passing game, some minor issues on defense in stopping the run and letting Maryland receivers get open.

We then turn our focus to Michigan's much-anticipated clash again against the Buckeyes. We look at how the Wolverines stack up against their 2016 and 2018 selves, how Saturday changed our confidence in Michigan's chances, some early keys to the game and more.

Hunter Dickinson needs more touches; Team needs a no. 3 scorer - Michigan Basketball Insider Nov 19, 2021

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Hunter Dickinson played well in Michigan's loss to Seton Hall, but Tim McCormick believes he can be even better. Analysis of Devante Jones and Brandon Johns and freshman hiccups from Caleb Houstan and Moussa Diabate. Who will emerge as Michigan's no. 3 scorer? Is it time for Kobe Bufkin to get more minutes.

Takeaways from Michigan basketball's first three games Nov 18, 2021

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down some of their biggest observations from the Michigan men's basketball team's first three games of the season.

We look across the board at the Wolverines' play. We discuss Michigan's 3-point shooting, foul trouble at point guard, whether or not the true freshmen are off to a "slow" start, the need for more depth at guard and consistency at the '3' and '4,' and the strengths of the team. We also look at how worrisome Michigan's early loss to Seton Hall is, whether it applies to the rest of the non-conference slate and things we're keeping an eye on this weekend in Las Vegas' tournament.

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