The Michigan Insider

After a long offseason, the Michigan football team begins fall camp. And in doing so, 247Sports beat writers Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the five biggest questions they'll be watching from the Wolverines in their one-month build-up to fall camp. The two begin with a couple conversations about Michigan's defensive front. First, they look at who is going to emerge as stars, starters and ke...

On this week's episode Sam Webb chats with the director of Premiere Prospects International Brandon Collier, the man responsible for connecting Michigan with Julius Welschof and new commitments Aymeric Kouba, and Manuel Biegel. Sam and Brice Marich then discuss U-M's international strategy, new offensive line offers, new Barbecue at the Big House confirmations, and preview the major visit week on...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb break down the performances of Isaiah Livers, Caleb Houstan, Chaundee Brown, Moussa Diabate, DJ Wilson, Eli Brooks, DeVante Jones, and Zavier Simpson during NBA Summer League action Attention then turns to the NBA Players Association Top 100 Camp performances by Michigan targets Zayden High, Elmarko Jackson, Somto Cyril, and Devin Royal. The podcast closes with a preview...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice analyze the commitments by Enow Etta, Collins Acheampong, and Amit Herring. The crew then resets Michigan's offensive line recruiting board. Attention then turns to Michigan's growing momentum with Nyckoles Harbor, Kenyon Saddiq, and Jadyn Davis. The team discusses the potential impact of new university president Santa Ono.

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice analyze the decommitment of Raylen Wilson, and the commitments by Semaj Bridgeman, Mason Curtis and Fredrick Moore. The crew the discusses Michigan's standing with recent visitors Collins Acheampong, Enow Etta, and Kenyon Sadiq. The podcast concludes a lengthy discussion of how Michigan's NIL approach is likely make finishing with highly ranked recruiting classes...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice share word on which June visitors is Michigan trending up for and which are good bets to commit in July. The crew then previews the visit of five-star Jalen Brown; Lastly, with rumblings that Dante Moore is slipping from Michigan's grasp, who will U-M target next?

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz handle a series of football-related questions from listeners. Among them: -What's a reasonable expectation for Michigan's QB room? -Will Michigan go more pass-happy on offense this season than last? -What players on Michigan's roster will be drafted the highest? -Will the Wolverines exceed 200 points in September? -Which position groups will improve the...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb break down the commitment of Duke transfer Joey Baker and how he'll fit in Michigan's rotation next year. Attention then turns to the possible late addition of international target Youssef Khayat before profiling top 2023 center target Papa Kante. The duo also predicts next year's starting five, breakout player, and the top pick in the 2023 NBA draft. 

Jett Howard joins this week’s episode to reflect upon his standout performances in the Jordan Classic and the Allen Iverson Classic. Attention then turns to the advice he received from Iverson and other pros. Next Howard reflects upon the tough love lessons he learned from his father and brother on the hardwood and memorable stories of growing up with and playing games against the sons of other pr...

Sam Webb, the Michigan Insider at 247Sports, joins the show to discuss the latest in the recruitment of 5-star QB Dante Moore, who took yet another unofficial visit to Michigan this past weekend. Have the Wolverines closed the gap on Notre Dame in the race for the nation's No. 5 overall prospect? Host:  Blair Angulo   Guest: Sam Webb Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice share the latest on wide receiver and defensive back recruiting. Attention then turns to a prevalent question from subscribers – Is it time to be concerned about Michigan’s lack of recruiting momentum while Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Michigan State are enjoying a lot of it?

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz check in on the Michigan men’s basketball team following the transfer portal deadline, and take a look at where the Wolverines stand. They begin with an assessment of Hunter Dickinson’s decision to return to Michigan without even testing the NBA Draft waters. They discuss what it means for the Wolverines, and also take a look at how Dickinson can improve...

Hunter Dickinson joins this week’s episode to discuss his decision to return to U-M. The junior-to-be reflects upon last season before highlighting aspects of his game he aims at improving during the offseason. Attention then turns to his thoughts on NIL – the opportunities that contributed to his decision to return, and his belief that Michigan has an antiquated approach that will limit its abili...

Dante Moore’s father discusses his son’s recruitment. Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich then turn their attention to the recent Crystal Balling of CJ Carr to Notre Dame. Are the Wolverines really trailing for the blue-chip legacy prospect? The podcast closes with a breakdown of several targets the Michigan coaching staff have prioritized during the evaluation period.

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb explain why rumors about Juwan Howard being a candidate for Los Angeles Lakers head coaching job are rapidly dying. Attention then turns to rising optimism within the program about Hunter Dickinson’s return, and the now distinct possibility Moussa Diabate and Caleb Houstan will return too. The podcast closes with a discussion about how the timeline for the trio’s decisio...

Sam, Steve, and Brice recap Top247 OL Charles Jagusah’s recent Michigan visit before Jagusah joins the podcast. From there the crew dives into the rising number of one-on-one recruiting battles with Notre Dame, and strategies to stem the Irish momentum. Attention then turns to the expanding quarterback board and 2024 targets the Wolverines are trending up with. The podcast closes with a projection...

In the first of our three-part series ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft later this month, 247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu joins the show to look back at what Michigan star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson, who some project as the No. 1 overall selection, was as a recruit, from the physical development and skill set, to his recruiting process and eventual collegiate success in Ann Arbor. Ho...

Sam, Steve, and Brice recap noteworthy spring game visitors, highlighting rising defensive end Joseph Mupoyi and the impact that his recruitment may have on teammate Nyckoles Harbor. Attention then turns to standout 2024 LB Edwin Spillman who joins the podcast to recap his spring game visit. Next the crew handicaps the race for Top247 offensive lineman and weekend visitor Charles Jagusah. The podc...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the key storylines and players they are watching from Michigan football's 2022 Spring Game. They begin by looking at the team-wide storylines on offense, including a dearth of running back depth, a surplus of talented wide receivers and some new-ish faces along the offensive line. They then turn their attention to the defense, looking at a thi...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's loss to Villanova in NCAA tournament and reflect upon the season as a whole. Time then shares what he's hearing in pro circles about Hunter Dickinson's draft stock. Attention then turns to portal targets. The podcast finishes with discussion about the contributions of the assistant coaches and the odds of Juwan Howard keeping his staff intact.

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss five-star OL Samson Okunlola recent Michigan visit; U-M commit Andrew Rappleyea's visit to Penn State; and Michigan's standing with instate stars Amir Herring and Nick Marsh. 247Sports national analyst Brandon Huffman joins the podcast to share the latest in the recruitment of 2022 five-star OL Josh Conerly Jr. With decision day fast approaching, is...

The Sweet 16 is here! Gary Parrish and David Cobb take you through every single game, give their insight on the game, and give you the likely winner of the game as well. (1:47) - Gonzaga vs Arkansas (6:58) - Villanova vs Michigan (8:45) - Duke vs Texas Tech (11:18) - Arizona vs Houston (21:14) - Purdue vs St. Peter's (26:24) - Kansas vs Providence (35:25) - UNC vs UCLA (38:23) - Miami vs Iowa Stat...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro reflect on their coverage in Indianapolis, as the Michigan men’s basketball team shocked most in advancing to its fifth-straight Sweet Sixteen with come-from-behind upset victories. They also look at the big-picture significance of the weekend and take a quick preview look at Villanova. They begin by each discussing the most impressive thing they saw from t...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's upset victory over Tennessee in the second round of the NCAA tournament. The duo highlights the performances of Hunter Dickinson, Eli Brooks, and Terrence Williams. Next is a break down of Juwan Howard's excellent defensive game-plan and a key halftime adjustment that helped spur the Wolverines' to victory. Attention then turns to Michigan's Sweet 16 opp...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's come from behind victory over Colorado State in the first round of the NCAA tournament. The duo breaks down how Michigan fell into a 15 point hole, and how freshman Frankie Collins was the catalyst for getting them out of it. The challenge then turns to the Wolverines' second round matchup with SEC champion Tennessee. Will DeVante Jones be back? What wil...