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Michigan Basketball Insider - Ranking the B1G Coaches, Nojel Eastern Reversal, & More Jun 18, 2020

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Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss the challenges facing intercollegiate athletics at it returns from the coronavirus shutdown, the change of course for Nojel Eastern and the recruiting benefit that stems from it, and the biggest question marks on Michigan's roster. Tim also gives his ranking of the Big Ten's basketball coaches.

Offensive depth chart and more Jun 16, 2020

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In this episode, we break down the ins and outs of Michigan's offensive depth chart. Looking at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, tight end and offensive line, we break down the projected starters, second string players, position battles we're keeping an eye on, sleepers who didn't make the two-deep and what we think of each position group.

We close with some questions from listeners, including one about Michigan's game against Washington and two off-topic questions.

Michigan Recruiting Insider Episode 5 - WR Recruiting, Sherrone Moore's Recruiting Prowess, and two Major Basketball Targets Jun 15, 2020

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss wide receiver recruiting moving focusing on Xavier Worthy, Cristian Dixon, Jayden Thomas, Lorenzo Styles, Andrel Anthony, and Thomas Fidone. Plus the crew explains why Sherrone Moore should be regarded as one of the best recruiters in the country and discuss the recent Power Five offers extended to 2022 Michigan commit Alex VanSumeren. Later Webb and Josh Henschke go deeper on 2022 in-state basketball target JaVaughn Hannah, and discuss Michigan's recruitment of 2021 five-star combo guards Trevor Keels and Jaden Hardy. The show ends with the latest developments with immediate eligibility waivers for Chaundee Brown and Nojel Eastern.

Nine ways the Wolverines can become national contenders in 2020 Jun 11, 2020

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In this hour-long episode, we break down nine ways the Michigan football team can become national title contenders in 2020.

We begin by taking a look at four that ESPN's Bill Connelly recently outlined, discussing the merits of Connelly's concerns about offensive line, Michigan's youth, Don Brown's big-game defenses and red-zone efficiency.

Then, we start to come up with a few of our own, looking at Michigan's quarterback play, lineup holes, skill position players taking "the leap," the Wolverines blocking out detractors and Michigan's road-game struggles.

Along the way, we offer a bit of state-of-the-program discussion, peering into what the first five seasons of Jim Harbaugh's tenure have looked like and what is and is not working.

Michigan football's return to campus (w/ Matthew Hibner) Jun 09, 2020

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In this episode, we discuss the NCAA and Michigan football team’s plans to return to campus for voluntary workouts, and chat with tight end signee Matthew Hibner about his view on the quarantine and Michigan’s handling of it.

We begin with a macro discussion of the NCAA’s unveiling of a summer schedule, that includes a six-week ramp-up into a regularly scheduled season, along with a window of voluntary workouts that will go into mid-July.

Then, we focus more on Michigan, discussing the Wolverines’ return to the football facilities, why the plan makes sense, other facts to know and how we feel the Wolverines handled the pandemic and return to campus.

We close with Lorenz’s 15-minute discussion with Hibner, as the tight end discusses what it was lie to go through this as a signee, his view on how the Wolverines handled everything and more.

Michigan Recruiting Insider Episode 4 - CB Recruiting & Class Sleepers; 2022 In-State Bball Recruiting Jun 08, 2020

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss cornerback recruiting moving forward focusing on Omarion Cooper, Tyreke Chappell, Dyson McCutheon, Jamier Johnson, Ceryair Wright, and Kamonte Grimes. Plus each member of the crew gives his pick for sleeper of the class so far. Later Webb and Josh Henschke discuss 2022 in=state basketball recruiting, focusing Fletcher Loyer, Ty Rodgers, Javaughn Hannah, and Emoni Bates. The show ends with the latest developments with top 2021 targets Harrison Ingram and Jalen Warley.

Episode 22 - Inside Intel from Terry Mills Jun 03, 2020

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Tim McCormick and Sam Webb chat with Terry Mills about Juwan Howard's evolution as a coach in season one, the development of Brandon Johns and Franz Wagner, and more. Then Tim offer his assessment of five big man targets Chet Holmgren and Efton Reid.

Michigan Recruiting Insider Episode 3 - D-Line & Big Man Recruiting Jun 01, 2020

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss the impact of new Michigan commits Jaydon Hood and Kechaun Bennett. Then the crew discusses defensive line recruiting moving forward focusing on Dallas Turner, Quintin Somerville, George Rooks, and Rayshaun Benny. Plus the latest rumblings on Xavier Worthy and Omarion Cooper. Later Webb and Josh Henschke discuss basketball recruiting, focusing on five-star big men Efton Reed, Charles Bediako, and Chet Homlgren.

Michigan Recruiting Insider Episode 2 - Junior Colson Commit Impact + In-State Football & Basketball Recruiting May 25, 2020

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Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss the impact of new Michigan commit Junior Colson and what target might be the next to drop. Then the crew addresses the perception that there are problems with in-state recruiting.Included is a chat with the father of Belleville LB Jamari Buddin about why the Wolverines parted ways with his son. Plus the latest rumblings on Rocco Spindler, Garrett Dellinger, Rayshaun Benny, and Andrel Anthony. Later Webb and Josh Henschke discuss the waiver prospects for basketball transfers Chaundee Brown and Nojel Eastern, the possibility that Eastern will remain in the draft, and 2021 in-state targets Jaden Akins and Kobe Bufkin.

An in-depth look into Michigan's future May 23, 2020

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In this episode, we take a stock report on Michigan’s future, using our 20 under 20 in 2020 story as a guide as we tackle three key questions surrounding the Wolverines’ underclassmen corps.

First, we look at which incoming freshmen are likely to burn their redshirts in the 2020 season. We identify four highly likely players, then take a look at defensive depth, and how freshmen could be answering the call at a few positions.

Then, we take a look at key players who redshirted last season, but shouldn’t be forgotten about in 2020. Offensive line players are heavily discussed, but so to are several defensive players who are following a common precedent in Don Brown’s defense.

Finally, we take a peek at the top of our list, citing six players who have legitimate All-Big Ten potential in the 2020 season. We discuss their NFL futures, ceilings at Michigan and just how good of a young core this is for the Wolverines to build around.

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