The Michigan Insider

Former Michigan assistant and Oklahoma State, Louisville, and Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford evaluates each defensive member of Michigan's 2023 recruiting class.

Former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges evaluates each offensive member of Michigan's 2023 recruiting class.

On the latest episode of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich break down Michigan's 2023 class while also having several members on as guests. Roderick Pierce Jason Hewlett, Amir Herring, Kankakee (Ill.) assistant JJ Hollis talking about star protege Jyaire Hill, Semaj Morgan and both of his parents all joined the show.

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's tight victory over Lipscomb and Kobe Bufkin's strong performance, reasonable expectations. Next, Tim and Sam highlight Jett Howard's continued growth and the need to get Hunter Dickinson' more touches. The discussion then shifts to previewing the matchup with North Carolina and breaking down 2023 signees George Washington III and Papa Kante.

On the latest episode of The Michigan Recruiting Insider Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich break down the Wolverines successful flip of Oak Park (Ill.) Brother Rice DL Roderick Pierce. Attention then turns to the latest with other top Illinois targets Jyaire Hill and Jamel Howard. The crew then looks ahead to 2024 and discusses U-M's standing with three elite Illinois prospects in that clas...

Michigan is back in the College Football Playoff, and The Michigan Insider’s Alejandro Zúñiga welcomes Colin Post of Horned Frog Blitz to preview the Wolverines’ Fiesta Bowl opponent. The two discuss TCU’s remarkable season and its remarkable quarterback, Max Duggan. The conversation shifts to the Horned Frogs’ other weapons and weaknesses on both offense and defense. 

On the latest episode of The Michigan Recruiting Insider Sam Webb and Brice Marich discuss the addition of LaDarius Henderson from the transfer portal and other portal targets. Attention then turns to the commitment of 2024 tight end Hogan Hansen and the immediate tight end picture in the aftermath of Erick All's transfer. After a deep dive into the impact of the departures of All and Cade McNamar...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss how the loss of Jaelin Llewellyn affects Michigan's rotation moving forward, reasonable expectations for Dug McDaniel in his newly expanded role, Jett Howard's one-and-done prospects, Hunter Dickinson's strong start, and more.

Sam Webb and former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges dissect the performance by the Wolverines' offense in their 43-22 victory over Purdue in the Big 10 Championship and gives an early scouting report on Fiesta Bowl opponent TCU.

Sam Webb and former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford dissect Michigan's defensive showing in its 43-22 victory over Purdue in the Big 10 Championship and gives an early scouting report on Fiesta Bowl opponent TCU. Vance also handicaps the Georgia / Ohio State matchup.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's upcoming matchup against Purdue in the 2022 Big Ten Championship. They open by discussing the significance of Blake Corum's now-season ending knee injury. They look at what that means for the Wolverines' national title hopes, as well as where Michigan can turn to for more offensive production. They then zero back i...

Sam Webb and former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford dissect Michigan's defensive showing in its 45-23 victory over Ohio State, previews the Big Ten Championship game, and scouts potential playoff opponent, Georgia.

Sam Webb and former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges dissect the performance by the Wolverines' offense in their 45-23 victory over Ohio State, then preview the Big Ten Championship, and scout potential playoff opponent, Georgia.

The Big Ten Championship Game has arrived! Michigan won the Big Ten East by knocking off Ohio State, while Purdue got a win and some help to make it to Indianapolis for the first time. The Michigan Insider’s Alejandro Zuniga welcomes Boiler Sports Report’s Mick Walker to preview the title game and what the Wolverines should expect from the Boilermakers this weekend.

In this episode, 247Sports' Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's 45-23 win at Ohio State — the Wolverines' first win in Columbus since 2000. They open with a discussion on why Michigan's win Saturday was one of the most impressive in the Wolverines' history. They discuss the injury setbacks, dominant second half and statement win by dominating a top-five opponent. The...

On the latest episode of The Michigan Recruiting Insider Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss the commitment of Cincinnati (Ohio) Princeton athlete Breeon Ishmael. Attention then turns to U-M's upward trend with Ohioans Jason Hewlett, D'Juan Waller Jr., and Cam Calhoun. The crew also give post visit updates on top CB targets Jyaire Hill and Aaron Gates. The episode concludes with an in...

Sam Webb and former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford dissect Michigan's defensive showing in its 19-17 victory over Illinois. Vance highlights some key mistakes the Wolverines made versus the Illini that must be cleaned up before the matchup with Ohio State. The Vance scouts the Buckeye offense and take listener questions abou...

Sam Webb and former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges dissects the performance by the Wolverines' offense in their 19-17 victory over Illinois, scouts the Ohio State defense, and takes questions from listers about Michigan’s struggling passing game and how the Wolverines match up with the Buckeyes. 

In this episode, 247Sports’ Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the biggest keys on offense and defense for Michigan as it travels to take on No. 2 Ohio State, and their predictions for the matchup.  They open with a look at Michigan’s offense. They discuss the impact of injuries to Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards, and how their availability may or may not impact the Wolverines’ offense. They di...

It's The Game Week and 2022's iteration of Ohio State and Michigan's annual rivalry may be the biggest one in its history! Zach Shaw of TheMichiganInsider and Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts join Brandon Marcello to discuss Saturday's game, what it means for both schools, and its impact not only on the Big Ten, but on college football this season! Host: Brandon Marcello Guest: Patrick Murphy & Zach...

Michigan and Ohio State are both undefeated heading into The Game. Ohio State beat writer Patrick Murphy joins The Michigan Insider’s Alejandro Zúñiga to preview the biggest Saturday of the year for both programs. The two discuss the state of the rivalry, how the Buckeyes adapted after the 2021 season and what they expect to see in Columbus this weekend.

In this episode, 247Sports’ Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team’s 19-17 win over Illinois, looking at what went well for the Wolverines, what didn’t and what it all means for Michigan’s upcoming matchup against No. 2 Ohio State. The open with a look at Michigan’s offense, and what went awry for the Wolverines so they only scored 19 points in the game. They discuss Mich...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss Michigan troubling defensive performances in its win over Eastern Michigan and loss to Arizona State. The duo also cover the shooting struggles in Michigan's backcourt and how the issues on both ends can be addressed moving forward.

In this episode, 247Sports' Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team's upcoming game against Illinois, looking at the keys for the Wolverines on both sides of the ball and making their predictions for the matchup. They begin with a long look at what Michigan's offense must show in the game. They look at some key ways the Wolverines can get after the Fighting Illini's statistic...

The Illinois football team boasts a rush-first offense led by a workhorse running back, and the Illini pair that with an excellent defense. Sound familiar? The Michigan Insider’s Alejandro Zúñiga goes Behind Enemy Lines with Jeremy Werner of the Illini Inquirer on 247Sports to preview Michigan vs Illinois. Both programs bring similar styles and Big Ten Championship Game aspirations into Saturday a...