MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

Get to know a new member of Michigan men's basketball this week, as Brian visits with LSU transfer forward Jalen Reed. Reed reflects on his decision to commit to Michigan, details his challenging injury issues in recent seasons, and describes some of the key elements of his game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-...

We visit with Michigan's new Linebackers Coach Alex Whittingham this week on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He reflects on his successful stint with the Kansas City Chiefs' coaching staff and previews some of the talent in the Wolverines' linebacker room. Programming note: In the Trenches will be taking a brief break, with more coverage coming around the start of training camp! See Privacy...

Brian Boesch visits with The Athletic's CJ Moore, who has written multiple articles about Michigan men's basketball in the last week. Moore reacts to Dusty May's decision to accept the Dallas Mavericks' head coach position and reflects on his conversation with interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

Jon catches up with two longtime Michigan men on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Ron Bellamy begins the show by discussing his new role as Senior Director of Recruiting Relations and reflecting on what it means to be back on the Michigan staff. Then, Assistant Running Backs Coach Fred Jackson stops by around the 14-minute mark. Jackson starts by reacting to the emotion...

With the news official, Brian Boesch shares his initial thoughts on Dusty May's departure to the NBA's Dallas Mavericks and Mike Boynton Jr.'s appointment as Michigan's interim head coach. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

We share a great conversation with senior defensive lineman Enow Etta on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Etta reflects on his development since arriving in Ann Arbor, breaks down the rest of the defensive line group, and details his growth as a leader. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

Defend the Block returns with a wide-ranging conversation with Oscar Goodman, who is busy preparing for his redshirt sophomore season with the Wolverines. Goodman reflects on last season's run to the national championship, details why he is willing to sacrifice for the good of the team, and discusses how he has improved on the floor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

The Wolverines' wide receiver room is under the spotlight on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Sophomore Andrew Marsh begins the episode by discussing his outstanding first season in Ann Arbor and looking ahead to the opportunities ahead in 2026. Then, new Wide Receivers Coach Micah Simon stops by around the 11-minute mark to detail his journey into coaching and share hi...

We have two great guests on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! Two-time captain Rod Moore kicks off the episode by reflecting on his recent injuries and looking ahead to the 2026 season. Then, safeties coach Tyler Stockton joins us around the 18-minute mark to break down what he has seen from Moore and the rest of his room and share his goals heading into training camp. S...

We talk offensive line on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Jake Guarnera kicks off the episode by discussing his acclimation process to the center position and the potential for the Wolverines' offense in 2026. Then, assistant offensive line coach Mike Lynch stops by around the 13-minute mark to reflect on his unique journey to Ann Arbor and provide some initial thought...

Brian visits with Matt Aldred, Michigan's strength & conditioning coach, on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Aldred reflects on the Wolverines' run to the 2026 national championship, discusses his partnerships with the returning players, and details his onboarding process with Michigan's newcomers. Programming note: Defend the Block will be taking a brief break, with our next episode s...

For an 18th consecutive season, Michigan Rowing has earned a berth in the NCAA Championships! The legendary Mark Rothstein, the only Head Coach in program history, joins us to recap the Wolverines' fourth-place finish at the Big Ten Championships, reflect on the nerve-wracking wait for the NCAA announcement, and preview the event from May 29-31 in Gainesville, Ga. Programming note: this is the fin...

During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon reacts to a couple of noon kickoffs already on the schedule and the latest reports surrounding potential College Football Playoff expansion. Around the 36-minute mark, new cornerbacks coach Jernaro Gilford stops by to discuss his path to Ann Arbor and his impressions of the players in his room. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

Brian concludes his series of interviews with returning assistant coaches, as Mike Boynton Jr. is his guest on Defend the Block this week. Boynton reflects on the Wolverines' run to the 2026 national championship and details the approach Michigan's staff took to build next season's roster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do...

The Big Ten Outdoor Championships take place this weekend, so we catch up with Kevin Sullivan, the Director of Track and Field here at Michigan. Sullivan discusses his coaching philosophy for such an important event and breaks down some of the key athletes and events for both the women's and men's teams this weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

We spotlight tight ends on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Senior tight end Zack Marshall kicks off the episode by breaking down his unique offseason and previewing the new-look Michigan offense. Then, tight ends coach Freddie Whittingham joins the show around the 20-minute mark to detail his acclimation to the program, offer some thoughts on the players in his room, a...

Brian visits with assistant coach Akeem Miskdeen, who reflects on his path to a national championship season in Ann Arbor, details some of the foremost memories from last year's team, and discusses the program's new-look roster for the 2026-27 campaign. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Michigan Baseball is shining down the stretch, and ace pitcher Kurt Barr stars on this week's edition of Conqu'ring Heroes. Barr reflects on the journey for him and his brother to Ann Arbor, details the keys to his outstanding 2026 season, and looks ahead to the rest of the regular season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do...

During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon breaks down the Wolverines' areas of strengths and items to work on in the aftermath of spring ball before he shares some early thoughts on the 2026 schedule. Around the 42-minute mark, offensive lineman Blake Frazier stops by to discuss his progression since arriving on campus, the complexion of his nutrition plan, and the evolution of Michigan's roster. Se...

Assistant Coach and General Manager Kyle Church joins Defend the Block this week to reflect on the Wolverines' run to the national championship, detail his role in building the roster each season, and break down the five new Wolverines who officially joined the team last week (Brandon McCoy Jr., Lincoln Cosby, J.P. Estrella, Jalen Reed, and Moustapha Thiam). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...

As Michigan men's golf prepares for this weekend's Big Ten Championships, Head Coach Zach Barlow joins us on Conqu'ring Heroes. Barlow discusses the Wolverines' season to this point, his coaching style with such a young team, and the preparation for this weekend's event. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jon details the next few months for Michigan Football and reacts to the NFL Draft from all angles in this week's "Seven from 77." Then, defensive back Chris Bracy stops by the show around the 41-minute mark. He reflects on his experiences in the transfer portal, details his academic journey, and discusses his impressions of the defense. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Brian visits with Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development Drew Williamson on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Williamson reflects on the Wolverines' run to the national title, details some of the key moments of Michigan's 37-win campaign, and breaks down the development ahead for several returning players for the 2026-27 season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...

We bring you a special edition of Conqu'ring Heroes this week, as Jon presided over a panel discussion at Saturday's Spring Game Celebration Donor Appreciation Event. The discussion focused on the Human Performance & Sport Science (HPSSC) Athlete Innovation Lab, a new laboratory that is integrated within the Michigan Athletics Department as part of a strategic framework to elevate the sport sc...

Jon and Brian break down all aspects of the Wolverines' Spring Game, presented by Original Roofing Company, and put a bow on Michigan's 15 spring practices. Then, they discuss the NFL Draft, including some potential landing spots for NFL-bound Wolverines and a mock draft of the first 10 picks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...