The Michigan Insider

In this episode, we discuss the significance of Michigan's win over Iowa to capture the 2021 Big Ten championship, along with our initial thoughts on the College Football Playoff field, which includes the Wolverines as the 2-seed. We open by looking at the Wolverines' win, which clinched their first Big Ten title since 2004. We discuss Michigan's magical run, what it says about the program, the Wo...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss new Michigan commits Zeke Berry, Adam Samaha, Joel Starlings, Ethan Burke and Semaj Morgan. Attention then turns to major recruiting developments in the aftermath of U-M's win over Ohio State - the Wolverines being eliminated by Domani Jackson, holding firm with Amorion Walker, fighting to fend off the SEC for Deone Walker, the sudden rise with 2023...

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the No. 2 Michigan football team's Big Ten title game bout against No. 13 Iowa. In the episode, we discuss the keys for Michigan's offense going up against a stout Hawkeyes defense. We discuss the Wolverines' balanced receiving attack and ascending offensive line, but also a potential matchup advantage they might have in the run game against Iowa that wasn't pres...

Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's exceptional upset win over No. 2 Ohio State, and all the detail on what it means and what's next. We begin by breaking down what worked for the Wolverines in the win. We look at Michigan's dominant run game, stingy defense and Jim Harbaugh building a team that is distinctly his. We discuss how the Wolverines pulled off what they ha...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the title bout matchup between the No. 5 Michigan and No. 3 Ohio State football teams. We begin by looking at how the Wolverines' offense matches up against the Buckeyes' defense. Shaw outlines a soft spot in Ohio State's coverage that Cade McNamara may be able to exploit. We also preview Michigan's run game, and why it may be able to fare better...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich preview Michigan's visitor list for its weekend battle with Ohio State. Domani Jackson Zeke Berry, and Deone Walker headline a group of attendees that could still have a few surprise additions.  

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb recap Michigan's 74-61 win over UNLV, highlighting more signs of Hunter Dickinson's evolution and the huge spark that is Moussa Diabate. Should Diabate move into the starting lineup? The duo then discusses the many hats worn by Eli Brooks and the moves that could help ease the transition process for Devante Jones. Attention then turns to the important role definition for...

In this episode, we break down what stood out from the No. 6 Michigan football team's 59-18 win at Maryland, and how it set the stage for next week's clash against No. 4 Ohio State. We begin by looking at the Wolverines' win, and if any of the game can factor into our overall view of Michigan's team. We discuss Donovan Edwards' breakout game, the Wolverines' growing passing game, some minor issues...

Hunter Dickinson played well in Michigan's loss to Seton Hall, but Tim McCormick believes he can be even better. Analysis of Devante Jones and Brandon Johns and freshman hiccups from Caleb Houstan and Moussa Diabate. Who will emerge as Michigan's no. 3 scorer? Is it time for Kobe Bufkin to get more minutes.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down some of their biggest observations from the Michigan men's basketball team's first three games of the season. We look across the board at the Wolverines' play. We discuss Michigan's 3-point shooting, foul trouble at point guard, whether or not the true freshmen are off to a "slow" start, the need for more depth at guard and consistency at the...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the No. 6 Michigan football team's road trip to Maryland, and what it will take for the Wolverines to avoid any issues with a matchup against Ohio State looming next week. We spend the first half of the episode talking about Michigan's offense, and how the Wolverines can navigate passing vs. rushing, starters vs. backups and building confidence i...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's 21-17 win at Penn State, and what it showed about the Wolverines' current and future capabilities. We open with a discussion of how impressive Michigan's win was. We look at the grit the Wolverines showed, the fight-back on display in the fourth quarter and the significance of the win. We then dig deeper into some...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb share week one observations of the new look Hunter Dickinson, freshman Moussa Diabate, and Michigan's effort to play them together. The duo then discusses Terrance Williams mental and physical transformation into a key rotation player. The week one evals conclude with first impressions of Devante Jones and Caleb Houstan in their Michigan debuts. The podcast closes with a...

In this episode, we discuss the Michigan football team's latest playoff ranking, assess the importance of the Wolverines' road trip to Penn State and preview how we think Michigan will fare in State College. Before we preview the matchup, we begin our episode by discussing the College Football Playoff rankings, which surprisingly put Michigan ahead of Michigan State, whom the Wolverines lost to Oc...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich break down Michigan's standing with 5-star USC commit Domani Jackson on the heels of his Alabama visit, then share the latest on Michigan's attempt to flip East Carolina commit Kaleb Webb. Attention then turns to U-M's strong push for Jimmy Rolder and Zeke Berry. The podcast closes with a lengthy interview with the track coach for top 2023 target and world...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz dig into the Michigan football team's 29-7 win over Indiana, and discuss what the victory means for the Wolverines moving forward. We begin the episode with a look at some of our key takeaways from Michigan's win. We discuss Hassan Haskins, Taylor Upshaw, Michael Barrett and David Ojabo, the Wolverines' continued red-zone struggles, a passing game that s...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich break down Michigan's attempts to flip Amorion Walker, Domani Jackson, and Kaleb Webb, plus intel from recent scouting trips to see Deone Walker, Zeke Berry, and Mason Graham. Plus word on possible Michigan visit plans for Top247 WRs Darius Clemons and Jalen Brown and both prospects get closer to making decisions.

In this episode, we discuss what the Michigan football team must show in its home game against Indiana, as it looks to bounce back from its first loss of the season. We begin the episode by looking at how Michigan's culture has shown in the wake of the Wolverines' loss. We discuss the team's players-only meeting, what was said in press conferences and what we think it all means. We then look at Mi...

In this episode, we look at the ups and downs of the Michigan football team's 37-33 loss at then-No. 8 Michigan State, and what's next for the Wolverines. In the first half of the episode, we look at Michigan's offensive performance. We discuss the Wolverines' breakout passing game, the significance of the ascensions of Andrel Anthony and Erick All, how worrisome Michigan's run blocking and lack o...

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the much-anticipated matchup between the No. 6 Michigan football team and No. 8 Michigan State. We look at keys the the game, storylines we're watching and make our predictions for the game. We open with a look at the keys for Michigan's offense. We discuss the underrated art of piecing together drives, the need for the Wolverines' passing game t...

In this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of the Michigan football team's 33-7 win over Northwestern, and discuss our early impressions of the Wolverines' upcoming matchup at No. 8 Michigan State. We begin by looking at two things that worked well for Michigan on Saturday. We discuss another elite defensive performance from the Wolverines, and why we think the group is ready to hold its own ag...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich break down Damani Dent's commitment and game, then discuss the rise within the top247 rankings of several Michigan commits and targets. From there the crew discusses the latest trends with other top targets like Deone Walker, Lander Barton, and Walter Nolen. The crew also shares intel on Michigan's pursuit of junior college defensive tackle Jeffrey M'ba. Th...

In this episode, we discuss some of the key storylines surrounding the Michigan football team this week, and preview the Wolverines' upcoming game against Northwestern. We open with a look at Michigan's much-discussed team culture. We break down strong comments from players about how the Wolverines handled the bye week, and what that means for the trust and energy Michigan has within its program....

Breaking down the games and potential impact of Jett Howard, Gregg Glenn, and Christian Anderson, More practice observations from Tim McCormick. Plus another interview with Devante Jones.

In part two of our two-part midseason review of the Michigan football team, we hand out midseason awards for standout Wolverines, assess the rest of Michigan's schedule, make some predictions for the rest of the way and set revised expectations for fans after the Wolverines' 6-0 start. We begin by looking at our picks for Michigan's MVP, freshman of the year and most-improved players on both offen...