Wolverine Confidential
463 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 48 ratingsWolverine Confidential is the definitive podcast for University of Michigan sports news and analysis. Hosts Andrew Kahn, Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke cover the football, basketball and hockey teams as well as other sports.
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Headlines: Michigan prepared for raucous environment at Penn State.
November 12, 2021 19:30 - 5.04 MBMichigan football knows Beaver Stadium can be a difficult environment to play in. David Ojabo soars up Mel Kiper's NFL draft rankings. Expectations are high for Michigan men's basketball. Terrance Williams II shines in sophomore debut. Jim Harbaugh says the Big Ten admitted error in Michigan State game. Michigan jumps the Spartans in the CFP rankings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Headlines: Michigan prepared for raucous environment at Penn State.
November 12, 2021 19:30 - 8 minutesMichigan football knows Beaver Stadium can be a difficult environment to play in. David Ojabo soars up Mel Kiper's NFL draft rankings. Expectations are high for Michigan men's basketball. Terrance Williams II shines in sophomore debut. Jim Harbaugh says the Big Ten admitted error in Michigan State game. Michigan jumps the Spartans in the CFP rankings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan-Penn State: Game preview, storylines + hoops talk
November 11, 2021 20:29 - 31 minutesMichigan football goes on the road to play Penn State this weekend. Can they keep up the momentum against a wounded Nittany Lions team? PennLive's Bob Flounders joins us to talk about the game, Jahan Dotson, James Franklin & more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan football answers some questions with big games looming
November 08, 2021 21:15 - 23 minutesMichigan football dominated Indiana. What did the Wolverines do to get back on track following last week's loss? Penn State is next. Will Michigan be healthy enough to secure another road win? Plus, basketball season starts this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How will Michigan respond to first loss?
November 04, 2021 19:08 - 18 minutesWhat can we expect from the Wolverines moving forward after suffering its first loss of the season against Michigan State. The guys preview Saturday's matchup against Indiana, plus injury notes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How will Michigan respond to first loss?
November 04, 2021 19:08 - 20 MBWhat can we expect from the Wolverines moving forward after suffering its first loss of the season against Michigan State. The guys preview Saturday's matchup against Indiana, plus injury notes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Alabama vs. Cincinnati rankings debate, and why the committee got it wrong
November 03, 2021 13:53 - 1 hourOn this episode of The College Football Playoff Show, the first rankings are out, and the committee putting Alabama at No. 2 and Cincinnati at No. 6 has Doug Lesmerises and Shehan Jeyarajah fired up. First, the guys think about adding Wake Forest and Notre Dame to the playoff discussion, and at the end, they kick out either Iowa or Ole Miss. In between, with the help of the text subscribers, they dive into whether the committee is setting up Alabama to make the playoff as a two-loss team if t...
Thoughts, takeaways from Michigan-Michigan State
November 01, 2021 19:27 - 23 minutesWhat went wrong for the Wolverines in their 37-33 loss to Michigan State on Saturday. Plus thoughts on whether the season is truly "over." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan-Michigan State football preview
October 27, 2021 18:23 - 24 minutesWhat to know about the teams heading into Saturday's matchup and the keys to determining the outcome. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan remains unbeaten, sets up top-10 showdown vs. MSU
October 25, 2021 19:24 - 20 minutesKey takeaways from the Wolverines' 33-7 win over Northwestern as an undefeated matchup at Michigan State awaits. Wolverines' quarterback debate continues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan remains unbeaten, sets up top-10 showdown vs. MSU
October 25, 2021 19:24 - 21.8 MBKey takeaways from the Wolverines' 33-7 win over Northwestern as an undefeated matchup at Michigan State awaits. Wolverines' quarterback debate continues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Headlines: Michigan-Northwestern to play for new trophy
October 22, 2021 18:49 - 6 minutesMichigan and Northwestern will play for the George Jewett Trophy. Michigan football is a big betting favorite in the game, and moved up in the rankings again. Plus, the story behind "Mr. Brightside" at Michigan Stadium. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could Michigan be playing the wrong QB? + Northwestern/ "trap game" talk
October 21, 2021 14:07 - 23 minutesBye week over, Michigan prepares to play Northwestern. Fair to call it a trap game with Michigan State looming? Plus the guys answer a simple question: Are the Wolverines playing the wrong QB? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan hockey starts strong, basketball previews, and more
October 18, 2021 19:32 - 24 minutesMichigan hockey knocked off two top-5 teams over the weekend. The basketball programs each held their media day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan passes another road test at Nebraska
October 11, 2021 14:13 - 28 minutesThe guys discuss their top takeaways from Michigan's 32-29 victory over Nebraska. The Wolverines head into their bye week 6-0. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Michigan football loses a key commit in the 2022 class
October 08, 2021 13:00 - 5 minutesMichigan football loses a key commitment in the 2022 class. The Wolverines are a top-10 football team again. Hockey's roster this season is loaded with NHL talent. David Ojabo earns Big Ten honors. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Recruiting news + Nebraska game preview
October 07, 2021 21:31 - 25 minutesQuick reaction to Mario Eugenio's sudden decommitment from Michigan. Plus, the guys discuss an important game at Nebraska, the challenge of stopping Adrian Martinez and why it might not be an easy path to victory for the Wolverines. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan's statement win changes outlook for season
October 04, 2021 20:31 - 29 minutesMichigan dominated Wisconsin in Madison. The Wolverines look like a serious Big Ten contender. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Michigan’s chances of beating Wisconsin?
September 30, 2021 19:34 - 15 minutesThe Wolverines are 4-0 but face their first road test of the season Saturday against Wisconsin, a place they haven't won since 2001. The guys discuss the keys to the game and if Michigan will rely more on its passing offense against a stout Wisconsin defense against the run. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Michigan's offense a concern with schedule getting tougher?
September 27, 2021 17:28 - 22 minutesMichigan's offense was shutout in the second half against Rutgers. Is this cause for concern or was it just a speed bump? We discuss with Saturday's big showdown with Wisconsin looming. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Improved culture leading to better results for Michigan football
September 24, 2021 19:15 - 6 minutesLinebacker David Ojabo's unique path to starting at Michigan. 2 Rutgers players suspended for Saturday's game. Michigan vs. Improved culture within the football program leading to better results on the field. Kickoff time for Wisconsin announced. Rutgers is a battle for Big Ten relevancy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Previewing Michigan's Big Ten opener vs. Rutgers
September 23, 2021 19:57 - 29 minutesWe are joined by NJ.com's Rutgers beat writer James Kratch to discuss Saturday's matchup in Ann Arbor. We talk the suspensions, Noah Vedral and the Scarlet Knights' offense, last year's game and the inroads Greg Schiano has made in recruiting. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where Michigan stands heading into Big Ten play
September 20, 2021 16:05 - 23 minutesThe Wolverines dominate Northern Illinois to improve to 3-0. How much has the Big Ten East outlook changed based on each team's start to the season? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where Michigan stands heading into Big Ten play
September 20, 2021 16:05 - 25.5 MBThe Wolverines dominate Northern Illinois to improve to 3-0. How much has the Big Ten East outlook changed based on each team's start to the season? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Headlines: Jim Harbaugh responds to critics of Michigan's offense
September 17, 2021 16:27 - 7 minutesJim Harbaugh responds to critics of Michigan's run-dominant offense. Details of the football team's 'Beat Ohio' drill. A scouting report for Michigan vs. Northern Illinois. Former walk-on Carter Selzer excels on special teams. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to expect when Michigan hosts Northern Illinois
September 16, 2021 17:05 - 23 minutesA preview of Michigan's final nonconference game, at home against Northern Illinois. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan sticks with run game against Washington. Should fans be concerned?
September 13, 2021 17:51 - 29 minutesMichigan beat Washington its ground-and-pound offense, prompting some worry about the passing game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Important recruiting weekend on tap for Michigan.
September 10, 2021 18:27 - 9 minutesRonnie Bell suffers season-ending injury. Michigan men's basketball schedule is set. Football's focus remains on Ohio State. Dozens of key recruits will be at Michigan Stadium to see Saturday's game against the Huskies. Joel Honigford carves out bigger role after moving to tight end. Ex-Wolverine Giles Jackson returns to Michigan with Washington. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Key storylines heading into pivotal Washington matchup
September 09, 2021 20:14 - 25 minutesThe Wolverines have a lot riding on Saturday's night game at Michigan Stadium. MLive's beat writers preview the matchup against Washington and why it's a pivotal early-season matchup. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Key storylines heading into pivotal Washington matchup
September 09, 2021 20:14 - 27.8 MBThe Wolverines have a lot riding on Saturday's night game at Michigan Stadium. MLive's beat writers preview the matchup against Washington and why it's a pivotal early-season matchup. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Almost everything goes right for Michigan football in opener
September 06, 2021 13:56 - 36 minutesMichigan dominated Western Michigan in the season opener. Everything went right for the Wolverines except for the fact that Ronnie Bell was injured. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Michigan men's basketball finalizes 2021-22 nonconference schedule
September 03, 2021 17:14 - 7 minutesNonconference schedule is set for Michigan men's basketball. Cade McNamara named starting QB for the opener. CB Vincent Gray is excited about the Wolverines' new defensive scheme.Season tickets hit a new low under Jim Harbaugh. How Michigan football can exceed expectations in 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Previewing Western Michigan
September 01, 2021 21:06 - 28 minutesMLive's Patrick Nothaft joins the podcast to discuss Michigan's Week 1 opponent, Western Michigan. Nothaft provides insight into the Broncos' QB, strengths and weaknesses on both sides and give his prediction for Saturday's game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Answering your Michigan football questions
August 30, 2021 17:11 - 31 MBTackling the questions that went unanswered during Thursday's live Michigan football season kickoff event. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Answering your Michigan football questions
August 30, 2021 17:11 - 28 minutesTackling the questions that went unanswered during Thursday's live Michigan football season kickoff event. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Owen Power, No. 1 pick in NHL draft, returning to Michigan for sophomore season
August 20, 2021 20:29 - 5 minutesMichigan basketball 2022 recruiting board. Wolverines compete in NBA Summer League. Owen Power, the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft, is returning to Michigan for his sophomore season. Michigan assistant Mike Hart shares philosophy on running back rotation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clarity on Michigan football's QB situation, depth chart
August 16, 2021 19:43 - 31 minutesJim Harbaugh spoke about the starting quarterback battle and much of the rest of his roster. We discuss his most important comments. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Michigan one of the five best teams in the Big Ten heading into 2021?
August 11, 2021 23:17 - 35 minutesThe guys discuss how the Wolverines stack up against the rest of the Big Ten heading into 2021 and best and worst case scenarios for the year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Josh Gattis, the Michigan offense and a surprise star in the making
August 06, 2021 20:03 - 24 minutesThe guys discuss Josh Gattis' interesting comments about the Michigan offense, coach input and a surprise star in the making along the offensive line. Plus, Mike Macdonald seems to be saying all the right things. Will that translate to the field? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Michigan basketball lands new commit in 2022 class
August 06, 2021 18:31 - 3 MBThe Wolverines received a commitment from 4-star center Tarris Reed Jr. A cornerback competition highlights preseason camp. Wrestler Myles Amine won a bronze medal for San Marino at the Tokyo Olympics. Michigan football plans a 'maize out.' See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Headlines: Michigan basketball lands new commit in 2022 class
August 06, 2021 18:31 - 5 minutesThe Wolverines received a commitment from 4-star center Tarris Reed Jr. A cornerback competition highlights preseason camp. Wrestler Myles Amine won a bronze medal for San Marino at the Tokyo Olympics. Michigan football plans a 'maize out.' See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan football camp preview
August 03, 2021 21:04 - 42 minutesA position-by-position look at where things stand for the Wolverines ahead of fall, including players to watch, strengths, weaknesses + more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Key takeaways from Big Ten football media days
July 26, 2021 17:43 - 19 minutesJim Harbaugh and several Michigan players talked about the upcoming season at Big Ten media days. We discuss the biggest takeaways from Harbaugh's comments and where the Wolverines stand heading into 2021. Plus, the NHL draft was a historic one for Michigan's hockey program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Key takeaways from Big Ten football media days
July 26, 2021 17:43 - 21.4 MBJim Harbaugh and several Michigan players talked about the upcoming season at Big Ten media days. We discuss the biggest takeaways from Harbaugh's comments and where the Wolverines stand heading into 2021. Plus, the NHL draft was a historic one for Michigan's hockey program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Headlines: Three Michigan players selected in 2021 MLB Draft.
July 16, 2021 18:04 - 4 minutesThree-star linebacker Micah Pollard, the nephew of Braylon Edwards, commits to Michigan. Three Wolverines were selected in the 2021 MLB Draft. Jim Harbaugh adds a familiar face to his coaching staff. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Three Michigan players selected in 2021 MLB Draft.
July 16, 2021 18:04 - 2.12 MBThree-star linebacker Micah Pollard, the nephew of Braylon Edwards, commits to Michigan. Three Wolverines were selected in the 2021 MLB Draft. Jim Harbaugh adds a familiar face to his coaching staff. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The most important questions facing Jim Harbaugh and Michigan football
July 14, 2021 22:09 - 25 minutesJim Harbaugh and some of his Michigan football players will meet reporters next week as par of Big Ten media days. We discuss the most important questions they will be asked in advance of fall camp. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Headlines: Michigan football lands commitment from 3-star cornerback from Tennessee
July 09, 2021 19:42 - 4 minutesHunter Dickinson returns for sophomore season. Michigan gets commitment from 3-star cornerback from Tennessee. Football reschedules its canceled Washington game for 2028. Michigan men's basketball roster updated. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hunter Dickinson stays in school, Michigan football recruiting, Week 1 of NIL
July 08, 2021 21:55 - 31 minutesThe star Michigan freshman decided to forego the NBA draft this year and return to Michigan. What went into his decision, and where he stands to improve most in 2021-22. Plus, an update on Michigan football recruiting and we recap Week 1 of NIL. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New WR talks journey to Michigan, playing for Deion Sanders
June 30, 2021 20:11 - 22 minutesReceiver Daylen Baldwin, a transfer from Jackson State, discusses his journey to Michigan after beginning his college career at Morgan State. Baldwin played last year for Deion Sanders at Jackson State and had interest from about 25 schools since entering the transfer portal, including Ohio State and Penn State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices