MGoBlue Podcasts with Jon Jansen

Our 2020 preview shifts to the defensive side, as Jon gives his early thoughts on the Wolverines' defensive line. He talks about Carlo Kemp's importance to the defense, Aidan Hutchinson and Kwity Paye's room for growth and some potential X-factors for next season. Then, defensive line coach Shaun Nua stops by the show to look back at last season and preview many of the key cogs on that defensive f...

After Jon and Brian praise some of the red-hot Wolverines teams around campus, like men's basketball's 2-0 week and baseball's #1 ranking, Jon breaks down the final units on the offensive side - wide receivers and tight ends. He talks about the growth potential for Nico Collins, Ronnie Bell and Nick Eubanks and identifies some young players who will be vital to the Wolverines in 2020. Then, Offens...

After talking about Saturday's win for men's basketball over Michigan State, Jon shares his thoughts on Zach Charbonnet, Hassan Haskins, Chris Evans and the rest of the Wolverines' running backs. Then, Jon sits down with Running Backs Coach Jay Harbaugh to preview that position group. We conclude with some discussion on the national coaching carousel, the Wolverines at the NFL Scouting Combine and...

It's Jon's favorite episode of the offseason, because it's time to preview the offensive line! After Jon shares his thoughts on Jalen Mayfield's strong 2019 season and the four other spots up for grabs, he chats with Offensive Line Coach Ed Warinner about some of the same topics (23:20). We finish up with some Super Bowl talk and Jon's thoughts on the XFL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

We are going to preview the 2020 Wolverines by position group over the next few weeks, and we're starting with the most important position in football. Jon breaks down the upcoming quarterback battle, discusses what a quarterback must do on and off the field, and sizes up the race as it stands right now. Then, we talk some non-football topics, including the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, the Astros'...

There is plenty of news to discuss around the Wolverines' football program. Jon shares his thoughts on Carlo Kemp's return for 2020, Brian Jean-Mary and Bob Shoop's impact on the coaching staff and the keys for the six Wolverines participating in the Senior Bowl. We also discuss the well-traveled Michigan men's basketball team, some relevant national storylines in college football, what a Bacon Ex...

Jon and Brian touch on plenty of recent news about the Wolverines, including Ambry Thomas' return for his senior season, Tru Wilson's grad transfer decision and the team's schedule until spring practice. The guys also discuss Monday's national championship game between LSU and Clemson and the Michigan men's basketball team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

After some basketball talk, Jon shares his thoughts on the Wolverines who have made their NFL Draft decisions (19:00), nominates some captain candidates for 2020 and reflects on the 2019 Michigan football team. Then, Jon gives his thoughts on the Big Ten and national landscape, including the Big Ten's bowl performances and a preview of the national title game. Oh, and you won't want to miss the 20...

We recap Michigan's Citrus Bowl loss to Alabama on New Year's Day with Jim Harbaugh, Ben Bredeson, Josh Metellus and Khaleke Hudson. Then, Jon looks ahead to 2020 and discusses some of the early storylines he will be watching for Michigan football in the coming year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

We're less than a week away from the Vrbo Citrus Bowl, and Jon breaks down the game from all angles - offensive and defensive scouting reports, keys to the game and what a win would mean for the Wolverines. Jon also gives his predictions for the College Football Playoff and the New Year's Six Bowl Games before the final Locker Room Speech of the season, and it's a good one. See Privacy Policy at h...

In our final "Inside Michigan Football" radio show of the season, Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, Defensive Coordinator Don Brown and Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis about the Citrus Bowl against Alabama, last week's early Signing Day and the season as a whole. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

After a "Seven from 77" that touches on Tarik Black, Ben Bredeson, bowl practices and basketball, Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (32:00) and Director of Recruiting Matt Dudek (45:45) to talk about the impressive group of commits for the Class of 2020. Coach Harbaugh discusses some of the key units to this class, like linebacker and defensive back. Dudek has some high praise for several...

The Wolverines are heading to the Citrus Bowl to meet Alabama on January 1. Jon offers his initial thoughts on the matchup with the Crimson Tide and the full postseason lineup in college football. Then, he chats with Josh Uche about the bowl game, his decision to head to the NFL and his upcoming graduation. We conclude with some national discussion about coaching changes and some of the top bowl g...

After a few more thoughts on Saturday's game against Ohio State and an early look-ahead at the bowl game, Jon sits down with Director of Recruiting Matt Dudek to discuss the upcoming early signing day on December 18. Then, Jon gives his picks for some of the conference championship games this weekend before sharing a few of his favorite Christmas traditions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...

We recap a tough day at the Big House, as Jon shares his thoughts on Saturday's loss to Ohio State. Then, we chat with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, offensive lineman Ben Bredeson, running back Hassan Haskins and tight end Sean McKeon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

You've found the most comprehensive preview of Saturday's Michigan-Ohio State game. Jon shares his takeaways from the Buckeyes' win over Penn State, discusses how the Wolverines can slow down Justin Fields and Chase Young, and offers his keys to victory. Then, he sits down with captains Ben Bredeson (23:00) and Carlo Kemp (31:30), who talk about the importance of this rivalry. We conclude with Jon...

We kick off Ohio State week with a jam-packed radio show. Jon sits down with Jim Harbaugh (4:45), Sean McKeon (28:30), Nico Collins (38:15) and Ronnie Bell (48:30) to discuss Saturday's rivalry matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Wolverines pulled away from Indiana on Saturday, and we have a full breakdown of the 39-14 victory. Then, we catch up with Jim Harbaugh, Nico Collins, Ben Bredeson, Josh Uche and Daxton Hill before Jon shares his initial thoughts on next weekend's matchup with Ohio State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

A tough challenge awaits the Wolverines on Saturday, and Jon gives you a full preview of the road matchup with the Indiana Hoosiers. Then, Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson joins the show to talk about his record-setting performance against Michigan State, his connection with the rest of the offense and the keys to winning this weekend. We conclude with a look around the Big 10, Jon's current He...

We have an extended conversation with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh on this week's radio show archive. Then, Jon chats with defensive utility man Josh Uche (27:30) and linebackers coach Anthony Campanile (39:00) about the win over the Spartans and this weekend's matchup with Iowa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Paul Bunyan is staying in Ann Arbor! Jon gives you the best recap of Saturday's dominant Wolverines win over Michigan State at the Big House. Then, we chat with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (14:45), Shea Patterson (21:00), Ronnie Bell (24:20), Carlo Kemp (27:50) and Josh Metellus (29:15). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...

Jon analyzes the Wolverines' matchup with Michigan State from all angles, including his observations from MSU-Illinois, a scouting report on the Spartans' offense and defense, and what Michigan must do to win on Saturday. Then, Jon sits down with Michigan natives Ambry Thomas (20:45) and Tru Wilson (27:30) to discuss the meaning of this in-state rivalry. We finish up with some Big 10 and national...

On this week's radio show, Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh and a pair of defensive linemen, Aidan Hutchinson and Qwity Paye, to talk about this weekend's matchup with Michigan State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

After a "Seven from 77" that covers a ton of topics, Jon catches up with Defensive Coordinator Don Brown on his defense's improvements since the Wisconsin game, the emergence of several young players and the outlook for the rest of the season. Then, former Wolverine and current New England Patriot Chase Winovich joins us to talk about his first season in the NFL, what it's like to have Tom Brady a...

Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh and Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis to discuss Saturday's win over Maryland, break down the offense's improvements in recent weeks, map out the bye week and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .