16 Saturdays

Despite a lackluster performance by the offense that saw zero points and very few big plays after the midpoint of the 1st quarter, Michigan survives Iowa 10-3 on the back of the dominating defense. On this week's episode we tip our hat to Don Brown, discuss the debacle that is the offense, and make guesses about why we didn’t see more deep shots (does Shea get ice cream sundaes for not throwing pi...

It's hard to tell what larger lessons we can take from it, but Saturday's game was at least enjoyable to watch. On this week's episode, we break down Michigan's 52-0 beatdown of Rutgers, wonder how many wins Will could get as Rutgers' head coach, and ponder how we'd spend $8 million (hard to feel too bad for Chris Ash). We also ask if Josh Gattis is still in control of the offense, tip our cap to...

Oof. So that was not fun. On this week's episode, we search in vain for answers to 'what the hell happened' in an all-too-familiar road beatdown against Wisconsin. We also discuss the five stages of grief, theorize at how to salvage the offense, and, reluctantly, ponder the Harbaugh question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the most tense and least fun double OT win any of us can remember, Michigan is still 2-0 but with a lot of questions to answer during the bye week. On this week's episode, we discuss whether it's time to hit the panic button, brainstorm ideas for passing the time during endless commercials, and search for some bright spots after week 2 (hello Josh Uche). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

It wasn't always pretty, but we'll take 3 first half TDs from Shea, a legit performance from the corners, and the emergence of a star at running back. On this week's episode, we take stock after Michigan's opening week victory over Middle Tennessee, prep for Army, and discuss the SEC's calamitous week 1 performance (poor damn Rocky Top). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The leaves are turning, the apples are ripening, there's a slight chill in the air, and in 4 days, the Maize and Blue will take the field to kickoff the 2019 season. On this week's episode, we recap the highs and lows of the offseason (Michigan baseball!), discuss Shea's path to the Heisman, debate whether this is the year, and go in depth on what to watch for on both sides of the ball. Hosted on...

On this week's episode, we rank our favorite aspects of Thanksgiving, debate the best board games, and decry the invention and continued use of daylight savings time (seriously, it's so dark now). We also (begrudgingly) discuss the alleged events of the past weekend (Nico Collins was good!). But mostly, the football content focuses on 2019 because reasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

It's official. We can talk about Ohio without knocking on wood. On this week's episode, we call for use of replay in identifying late hits (looking at you IU #72), wonder how many of Jake Moody's field goals Will would hit, and thank god once again for the in-game genius of Don Brown. We also talk about whether players should get suspended for flirting with cheerleaders, urge Kansas to let Bevo (t...

Survive and advance. Michigan improves to 9-1 after a game where both teams seemed to play to avoid injury (fingers crossed Michigan's injuries are minor). On this week's episode we brainstorm safer competitions Michigan and Rutgers could have instead of playing football, praise the development of the passing game, and debate the college football playoff scenarios (go Syracuse!). We also congratul...

Flawless. Or as close to it as we can imagine it gets. On this week's episode we heap praise on the king, Don Brown, are thankful for Jon Runyan's extra year of eligibility, and wonder if Josh Uche is Chase Winovich 2.0 (oh ya, and Chase himself is pretty awesome too). We also talk about the gameday environment (best I can remember it), debate the merits of tailgating, and break down the playoff p...

After what felt like history's longest bye week, we're back and ready for the home stretch of the season. On this week's episode, we preview Penn State, discuss the first edition of the College Football Playoff rankings, and try to figure out what is happening at Maryland. Happy Halloween! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Revenge Tour Part II is complete. Michigan wins 21-7, and Paul Bunyan is back where he belongs. On this week's episode we recap one of the greatest Saturdays we can remember (Boiler up!), heap a lot of praise on the defense, and call out Mark Dantonio for orchestrating the pre-game antics and then lying about his involvement. We also discuss Ohio State's loss and what it means for the Big Ten race...

It's rivalry week in the state of Michigan, and the stakes couldn't be higher. On this week's episode, we debate whether we'd rather beat State or Ohio, reflect on Mike Hart's little brother comment, and hope for dry weather on Saturday. We also discuss Nick Bosa's decision to leave school and the Rashan Gary rumors, arguing for schools to play a bigger role in purchasing insurance policies for st...

Well that was fun. Michigan crushes Wisconsin 38-13 in one of the biggest program wins of the last decade. On this week's episode, we start a collection to give Ed Warinner a raise, wonder about the roommate dynamic between Chase Winovich and Shea Patterson, and debate how far back you have to go to find a more important Michigan win. We also recap a wild weekend across the college football world...

Things are about to get real. Wisconsin, Michigan State, and Penn State. Three games that will define the season and have huge ramifications on the Harbaugh era. On this week's episode, we recap Michigan's dominant win over Maryland, debate the merits of Nick Saban calling out the Alabama student section, and start to preview the upcoming gauntlet. We also agree that Texas is back and pay tribute...

Survive and advance. After an ugly first quarter, Michigan battled back for a gritty 20-17 win and kept their CFP dreams alive. On this week's episode, we our thankful for the second half defense, Shea Patterson's running ability, and Will Hart's right leg. We also sound off on the excessive number of commercials during games, phantom holding calls, and Jimbo Fisher facemasks. Hosted on Acast. See...

Well that was fun. On this week's episode, we recap an amazing day at the Big House, discuss how to spend a perfect fall Saturday (including the finer points of apple cider), and wonder what bet Jim Harbaugh must have lost to sport the Dad sunglasses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not a good week to be a Big Ten fan. 6-7 overall, including losses to Temple, Akron, and Kansas (by 41!). On this week's episode, we begrudgingly admit that the SEC is the top conference, discuss the emergence of Shea Patterson and DPJ, wonder what happened to our pass D, and try to decide whether Texas players like having Matthew McConaughey as their super fan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

The streaks are over. Michigan has a win. A wide receiver has caught a touchdown. The defense is its dominant self. On this week's episode we recap a much more enjoyable Saturday, discuss how much you can read into a win over a mediocre-at-best MAC team, debate the blue endzones, and drink to a functional passing game (knock on wood). We also wonder if Tom Herman's time is already up in Texas, ran...

While the game that need not be named was taking place in Indiana, there was drama throughout the college football landscape. On this episode, we discuss the biggest games from the opening weekend and preview the week to come. We also welcome Wake Forest Left Tackle Jake Benzinger to the show to talk about how someone from a small high school in rural New England can become a starter in the ACC. H...

After a disappointing start to the season, we turn to Will Ferrell for motivation (remember "we can't have anyone freaking out out there.") We also take on the naysayers, reset our expectations (14-1 is still good right?), and share our personal stories of attempting to shift momentum in the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the kids say: "Guess who's back, back, back... back again." After eight long months of offseason, 16 Saturdays returns to preview the 2018 season, launch Karan Higdon's Heisman campaign, and share best memories from Notre Dame games past. Who's got it better than us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well that was more fun, more frustrating, and certainly more painful than expected. One hell of a performance by the defense, running backs, line, and coaches couldn't cancel out M's hole at quarterback. Next season should be more fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well it's official: 2017 was a rebuilding year. With a middling Florida bowl game looming, there's still one shot left for redemption. On this week's episode we call for eye exams for replay officials, offer support to Baker Mayfield, and discuss Michigan's chances in The Game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're down to this - 2 weeks left before winter and quiet Saturdays and basketball I guess. Unless... Yup, there's still a chance Michigan sneaks back into the Big Ten (and CFP?) race. On this week's episode, we discuss those odds, recap Michigan's trouncing of Maryland, and rant about the insanity of daylight savings time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.