The Michigan Insider

The Michigan Insider

The Michigan Insider is combining all three of its podcasts, The Wolverine247 podcast, The Michigan Recruiting Insider, and the Michigan Basketball Insider into one mega-podcast. All your Michigan podcast needs in one place.

Episodes

December 10, 2025 68 mins
On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb and Steve discuss the most significant needs for Michigan in the 2027 cycle and highlight some of the top targets that have already emerged. Then they are joined by 2026 Cartersville (Ga.) wide receiver Brady Marchese to recap his decision to flip his commitment from Georgia to Michigan on signing day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
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In this week's episode, Tim McCormick and Sam Webb weigh in on Michigan's historic run in the 2025 Players Era Festival and discus whether it marks the team's arrival as an unstoppable force. Tim remains skeptical about UM truly being as dominant as it looked in Vegas, but was impressed by the team's practices since returning home and competitive spirit. They highlight the team's defensive prowess, particularly with three bigs on ...
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On the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, the crew discusses the impact of NIL on National Signing Day. They also tackle the question of which of the new college football hires has the best odds of success, and which will crash and burn. Lastly, they revisit the question of which is the best team in college basketball. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy...
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On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich recap Michigan's 2026 recruiting class. They discuss the delay in Savion Hiter's signing. The crew explains how contract revisions caused chaos on signing day and slowed the overall process of getting the class signed. Steve praises the offensive line class of Marky Walbridge, Malakai Lee, and Bear McWhorter. The entire crew discusse...
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In this week's episode, Al Borges and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 27-9 loss to Ohio State. They highlighted the team's reliance on the run game early, which led to initial success with runs of 36, 21, and 22 yards. However, the offense struggled to maintain balance, with only one first-down pass in the first half. Borges noted the need for more quarterback-dependent plays and better third-down executi...
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In this week's episode, Vance Bedford and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's defensive performance in its 27-9 loss to Ohio State. Bedford criticizes the defense for failing to stop vertical routes, poor alignment, and ineffective blitzing. He also criticizes the offense for putting excessive pressure on the defense, highlighting the importance of scoring touchdowns instead of field goals, noting that field goals gave Ohio State a chanc...
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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga break down the Michigan football team's 27-9 loss to No. 1 Ohio State.  They open with a look at Michigan's offense, which mustered just 163 total yards and three field goals in the game. They look at the Wolverines' passing game, why they didn't throw the ball more and what needs to change for Michigan to trust is passing game to win marquee matchups. They also look at the Wolverine...
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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga preview the No. 15 Michigan football team's home bout with No. 1 Ohio State, and the keys for the Wolverines in the contest.  They open with a look at Michigan offense, and what it must show against the Buckeyes to pull off the upset. They discuss the Wolverines' run game, components of that phase that must stand out against Ohio State, the value of a mobile quarterback and a strong ...
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On this week’s episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Tyrone Wheatley, and Daniel Horton are joined by former Auburn national championship-winning coach Gene Chizik and former Michigan/Auburn offensive coordinator Al Borges. They discuss what it will take for Michigan to win "The Game." Chizik and Borges both know Michigan offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey well and will offer insight into possible strategies. Another topic wil...
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In this week's episode, Al Borges and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 45-20 victory over Maryland, highlighting Bryce Underwood's best performance of the year. And previewing Michigan's annual battle with arch-rival, Ohio State. Will the Wolverines notch their fifth consecutive victory in "The Game." Borges dissects Matt Patricia's defense and gives his thoughts on UM's likely attack plan. To learn mo...
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In this week's episode, Vance Bedford and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 45-20 victory over Maryland, pointing out the defensive lapses in the secondary that must be tightened up ahead the season finale. Speaking of which, Vance and Sam preview Michigan's annual battle with arch-rival, Ohio State. Will the Wolverines notch their fifth consecutive victory in "The Game?" Vance dissects Ryan Day's offense a...
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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz reunite to break down the Michigan men's basketball team's dominant performance in the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. They look at the sheer dominance of the Wolverines, as they knocked off San Diego State, No. 21 Auburn and No. 12 Gonzaga by a combined 110 points. They try to add context to Michigan's level of play, and assess the legitimacy to the Wolverines' claim as the nation's...
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The Game is here. Michigan will host Ohio State this weekend at the Big House with a chance to make it five straight over the Buckeyes — and a potential College Football Playoff berth and Big Ten Championship Game spot are on the line, too. Behind Enemy Lines welcomes Patrick Murphy of 247Sports' Bucknuts to break down OSU. Is Julian Sayin as talented as the numbers suggest? What's the latest on Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate? An...
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Michigan headman Dusty May continues to tinker with his lineup early in the season. He changed his starting lineup in Wednesday night's victory, inserting Will Tschetter and bringing Aday Mara off the bench. In this week's episode, Tim McCormick and Sam Webb weigh in on what they think the Wolverines best starting five will be in the long run. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...
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The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb sits down for a 1-on-1 conversation with Michigan AD Warde Manuel about Michigan's dissent on the Big 10's pursuit of a $2.4 billion deal with UC Investments, which manages the pension fund for the University of California (UC) system. He explained, emphasizing Michigan's unique position, his advocacy for advantageous terms, and the need for fair governance as part of the plan. Manuel assured fans th...
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In this week’s episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Tyrone Wheatley, and Daniel Horton examine Michigan's opposition to the Big 10's proposed private equity deal. The group looking to partner with the conference has decided to press pause on the process based on Michigan's dissent, but should the deal be dead and buried. Plus a look at Bryce Underwood's progression and more. To learn more about listener data and our priv...
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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga break down the Michigan football team's matchup at Maryland, what the Wolverines need to show against the Terrapins and what Michigan must do to prepare itself for next week's game against Ohio State. They begin with a look at the offense. The discuss the Wolverines' balancing act at running back as injuries add up, but a prime opportunity for depth in the ground game to show itself...
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Michigan football has one more hurdle to clear before Ohio State: A 4-6 Maryland team that hasn't won since September but has enough offensive weapons and forces enough takeaways that they cannot be overlooked. Behind Enemy Lines chats with Harrison Rich, who covers Maryland for 247Sports' Inside Maryland Sports, to preview the Terps and what the Wolverines should expect in College Park this weekend. To learn more about listener...
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In this week's episode, Al Borges and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 24-22 victory over Northwestern, highlighting Bryce Underwood's rollercoaster-like performance. They detailed Underwood's improved dropback passing to start the game, and both the prevalence and efficacy of RPOs. The conversation then turned to the costly turnovers and their causes . There was ample discussion of Underwood's reaction to...
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In this week's episode, Vance Bedford and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's defensive performance in their 24-22 win over Northwestern, highlighting the team's resilience despite losing the turnover battle 5-0. Bedford praised Wink Martindale's defensive strategy, particularly the pressure applied, but also noted problems with 50/50 balls and RPOs. Shifting to the defensive line, Bedford criticized deficiencies in maintaining gap respo...
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