16 Saturdays

Another week, another win for Michigan - and Will, at long last, we are here again. On Saturday, the snow will fall, the skies will darken, and the Maize and Blue will take on the Scarlet and Gray with a trip to the Big Ten title game, the playoffs, and a lifetime-worth’s of bragging rights on the line. On this week's episode, we preview our keys for The Game: Win the lines of scrimmage Don't blit...

Another week, another win for Michigan. 24-22 over Northwestern in a game that really was the best of times, the worst of times. I laughed, cried, swore at the TV, and nearly swore off fandom before exhaling deeply and trying to move on with my day all in one 3 hour window. On this week's episode, we celebrate 95% of what we saw on Saturday, especially the ascendence of Andrew Marsh, we pray for J...

Another week, another win for Michigan. 31-20 over Michigan State in a game that Will, 4 days later, doesn’t have a lot that stands out. But it is a rivalry win, it does mean that Paul is staying in Ann Arbor, and Michigan still maybe has a path to a championship. On this week's episode we discuss: The ascendence of Jimmy Rolder and Jyaire Hill How nice it is to have a good run game and half time...

Another week, another win for Michigan. 24-7 over Washington. Jordan Marshall looks like Mike Hart. Bryce is a couple dropped passes away from a JJ-type stat line. Andrew Marsh looks like the WR we were promised. And the defense has a few wobbles, but man it looks a whole lot better than last week. On this week's episode we discuss: The responsible ways to behave after losses Whether Wink can save...

Another week, another win for Michigan. Bryce throws for 270. We have a receiver go for over 100. Haynes keeps his 100 yard streak alive. The defense basically shuts down Wisconsin after the first drive. Nick is there with Dad, Jeremy, and Dalia for her first trip to the Big House. On this week's episode we break down a fun day in Ann Arbor, call for more deep shots to McCaulley, and preview a big...

It wasn’t always pretty or relaxing, but it was a road win in a hostile environment against an undefeated team who might have one of the top 3 QBs in the country. On this week's episode, we break down a thrilling win in Lincoln, tip our cap to Chip Lindsey, question Wink's third down approach, and debate the ethics of drinking apple cider when you're playing a team whose colors are red. Hosted on...

63 points is nice. Bryce running for 100+ is nice. The O-line paving CMU for almost 400 yards on the ground is nice. Biff Poggi making Batman references is nice (even if Will has issues with it). The question is: does any of this extend past Central Michigan? On this week's episode, we try to live in the moment of a very enjoyable Saturday. We also, debate what it means moving forward and preview...

These a lot more fun when we get to start with another week, another win for Michigan. This was not one of those weeks. Michigan technically only lost by 11 on the road at night to an SEC team that everyone thinks might be pretty good, but it sure felt worse than that. On this week's episode, we bemoan a tough night in Norman, debate how bad it actually was, and discuss what we hope to see in a ge...

Bryce looked the part. Marlin Klein did his best Colston Loveland 2.0. Justice Haynes had my almost 2-year-old fist pumping. And the defense was basically what we hoped they'd be. Can they do it again in Norman this week? On this week's episode, we celebrate the return of football, tip our cap to the offensive game plan, and preview a much stiffer test this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

The leaves are starting to turn, the apples are growing ripe on the vine, and if you wake up on the early side you’ll feel a little hint of a chill in the air. And with the turning of the season comes the most wonderful change of all - on Saturday the crowds will gather, the band will play, and the Maize and Blue will take the field. Welcome to another season of 16 Saturdays. On this episode, we t...

The number of days since OSU last beat Michigan will now officially crest 2000! The Wolverines hold the Buckeyes vaunted $20m offense to 10 total points to make it 4 in a row in the rivalry, winning the biggest upset in our lifetimes. On this week's episode, we offer lots of praise to people who have come under heat this season (good job Wink!), celebrate the 4-0 senior class, and celebrate the ac...

Another week, another win for Michigan. Ok it came against a mediocre team in year 0 of a rebuild. And it wasn’t always pretty. And the 1st quarter was downright dreadful. But it was a win and a rivalry win, and we’re one more Northwestern win away from a bowl game. On this week's episode we dream up a path to the playoffs, discuss best strategies for surviving the Oregon game as a fan, and give t...

It was not another week, it’s been more like 4 weeks. And it was not another win, it’s been 2 losses. But it's still be more than 1750 days since Ohio beat us. On this week's episode, we remind ourselves of good things in the world (think apple cider, donuts, leaf piles), begrudgingly talk about where Michigan goes from here, and pick a team to root for in 2024 now that Michigan is officially out...

It wasn’t a big win, or against a very good football team, or particularly pretty, or you know fun, but it was a win - and we are technically the #10 in the country. On this week's episode, we treasure the time we get to watch Mullings and Graham, wonder if we should turn the offense into Army 2.0, and discuss what needs to happen for Michigan to go undefeated in October. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

The haters will hate on 32 passing yards or 9 second half yards until the final drive or a corner blitz without safety help that led to a walk-in touchdown. But haters can’t take away a win over a top-15 team - a win that somehow makes us 1-0 in the Big Ten, and a win that keeps everything on the table for the Wolverines. On this week's episode, we toast to Kalel Mullings (the pride of MA!), rejoi...

Another week, another win for Michigan. It wasn’t the prettiest or one that necessarily leads you to believe there will be a whole lot more to come. But it was a win, and it was a return to form for the run game, and it was a dominant performance from the starting defense, and it was a lot more fun than last weekend. On this week's episode, we welcome the start of the Orji era, call for more Mulli...

Did you know that it's been 1746 days since Ohio State beat Michigan. That's almost 5 years! That was before COVID! That was a long time ago! On this week's episode, we reflect on a crisp, sunny Saturday in Ann Arbor, marvel at the Texans' hats, and I guess talk about football and where we can find hope to turn the season around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It wasn't always pretty or, you know, fun, but there were moments of glory (thank you Will Johnson) and signs of hope for a more fluid offense (hello Kalel Mullings). On this week's episode, we rejoice in the return of football, debate whether it's possible to rattle Matthew McConaughey, and discuss our evolving takes on the 12-team playoff. We also preview our trip together to Ann Arbor and talk...

It's been 9 months. Maybe you've forgotten the feeling. The up-in-the-night, pit-in-the-stomach waves of nerves that give way to pure bliss as Rod Moore cradles an errant Kyle McCord pass or Jalen Milroe runs straight into the best Michigan D-line of our lifetimes or Mikey Sainristil picks off Michael Penix to cue the confetti. Fear not - 16 Saturdays is back to shake off the cobwebs of lazy, dram...

Another week, another win for Michigan - and in the words of Keith Jackson, whoa nelly this was not your average win. Michigan 27, Nick Saban-led Alabama 20 in overtime at the Rose Bowl, and now there’s only one more left to etch this team’s place in immortality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another week, another win for Michigan. Another year, another Big Ten Championship and another berth in the college football playoff. The Wolverines cruise past Iowa 26-0 to win their 3rd straight big ten title and now move on to face Alabama with a shot at the ultimate prize on the line. On this week's episode we:- Celebrate another Big Ten title- Bemoan the Iowa offense- Debate FSU vs. Bama- Pre...

Another week, another win for Michigan. Another year, another loss for Ohio State. Corum scores two touchdowns, JJ plays like the JJ of old, Sherrone Moore out-coaches Ryan Day, and Rod Moore etches his name into Michigan lore as the Wolverines make it 3 in a row and move on to the Big Ten title game. On this week's episode, we relive one of the greatest weekends of our fandom lives, toast the leg...

It wasn’t necessarily pretty or relaxing or, you know, enjoyable, but it was a win, and after long last, we’ve arrived at the one-game season. On Saturday the maize and blue will take on the scarlet and grey in what might be the biggest game of our lifetime. On this week's episode we exhale after a nerve-wracking second half, pray for a healthy roster and an early-season-form JJ, and discuss the s...

On the road. Versus a top-15 team. Without a head coach. Without, you know, throwing the football. Oh, and without a sign guy. Michigan wins an emotional battle against Penn State to improve to 10-0 and stay on collision course with the evil empire. On this week's episode, we break down the game, rip into the Big Ten, and discuss Michigan's acceptance of the 3-game suspension in real-time. We also...

Here's what the story should have been: Corum moves to 2nd all-time in TDs. JJ looks rusty but still completes 65% of his passes for over 300 yards. And the defense looks like its usual self. Oh btw, Harbaugh signs an extension and is staying at Michigan for life. Instead, here we are. A sport where rules are broken constantly (see Jayden Daniels reentering the game Saturday night with a concussio...