The Michigan Insider

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss the expansion of Michigan's 2022 quarterback board from primarily Nate Johnson, to recent offer recipient Connor Harrell and more. The crew also discusses the recruiting strategy being aimed at 2023 five-star signal caller Dante Moore. Later , the discussion shifts to upcoming visits from Hayden Schwartz, Micah Pollard, and Carnell Tate. The podcast...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss Devante Jones' game and why his addition will help elevate the position over last year's strong showing. The conversation then turns to other areas where next years team will be better than last year and project its standing in the Big 10. Caleb Houstan then joins the podcast to discuss his journey to Michigan, his relationship with the coaching staff, his develo...

In this episode, we briefly discuss Michigan football announcing that it can return to full capacity this fall, where Michigan sits in the NCAA Transfer Portal and look at the Michigan softball team’s season so far and what this weekend’s NCAA Tournament regional has in store for the Wolverines. We begin with a brief update on the Wolverines announcing that they can return to full capacity for the...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss growing odds of landing Oregon State grad transfer defensive tackle Jordan Whitley, the sudden change in Dillon Tatum's recruitment, and the impact of Steve Clinkscale's hire on Myles Pollard. Pollard's dad joins the podcast to share his perspective on his son's recruitment. The podcast closes with a breakdown of Michigan's recruiting staff hierarch...

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss Michigan's hire of former Kentucky defensive back's coach Steve Clinkscale. The crew projects Clinkscale's impact on recruiting in Michigan, Ohio, and outside the Midwest. Later the discussion turns to his on-field impact and pairing with Ron Bellamy. The podcast closes with a look at how the hire could impact some of Michigan's top 2022 targets.

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discuss Maurice Linguist's departure and explain why it wasn't a sign of ill for the program. The crew then highlights the attributes Harbaugh prioritized in searching for a replacement. The podcast ends with an interview with the father of five-star offensive line target Josh Conerly about his son's recruitment and why Michigan suddenly has a more prominen...

In this episode, we take a look at the Michigan basketball team's offseason, looking at newcomers, departures and expectations for the 2021-22 season. We first look at the Wolverines' addition of Coastal Carolina transfer Devante' Jones, and discuss why he is such a strong fit with Michigan. We discuss his on-court impact and how he adds stability to the guard room, how his versatility gives the W...

Sam Webb and Brice Marich discuss Michigan's standing with d-line target Jordan Phillips after his dead period visit. The duo also discusses the major targets Will Johnson is recruiting hard on Michigan’s behalf, including Domani Jackson. Later Josh Henschke joins the podcast to reflect upon the Bill Hensley memorial Run N' Slam tournament and highlight the Wolverines’ strong standing with major t...

In this episode, we discuss two newsworthy football topics: Jim Harbaugh’s first public comments in months, and the Wolverines’ involvement in this weekend’s NFL Draft. We begin by breaking down the key takeaways of Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh going on the Wolverines’ official team podcast and offering his assessment of the spring overall and his take on each position group. This leads to discussi...

Sam Webb, Brice Marich, Steve Lorenz discuss Tyler Morris' commitment, Courtney Morgan's initial impact, big time additions to the June official visit list, the latest in cornerback recruiting, and what prospects are the best bets to commit to Michigan next.. 

In a loaded football episode, we break down two breaking news developments, offer our thoughts on Michigan’s secret scrimmage, offer some quick spring takeaways and answer a host of Michigan football questions. We begin by taking a look at the developing story that Xavier Worthy asked out of his national letter of intent. We discuss Worthy’s recruiting saga, argue that there was pretty strong tamp...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss what Juwan Howard is looking for in the transfer portal and how some of the bigger names would (or wouldn't) fit on Michigan's roster. The discussion then turns to what next year's point guard picture looks like. The podcast ends with an interview with departing senior Chaundee Brown.

Sam Webb, Brice Marich, Steve Lorenz, and Josh Newkirk discuss scouting notes after recent trips to see Tyler McLaurin, Tyler Morris, Tay'Shawn Trent, and many more in action. The crew then turns its attention to how the upcoming addition of former Michigan offensive lineman to the recruiting/personnel department will boost the Wolverines' prowess out on the trail. The podcast closes with a discus...

In this episode, we go position by position, assessing the latest and reviewing a busy season ahead for the Michigan basketball team. At each position, we take a look at Michigan’s departures, incoming and returning players, and assess how the group fares heading into the offseason and how important it is for the Wolverines to pursue or look at a transfer addition at the role. We start by looking...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb reflect upon Michigan's tournament loss to UCLA with Phil Martelli. The duo also discusses the NBA draft projections for Franz Wagner and Isaiah Livers. They also predict which seniors will return, which freshmen will make an immediate impact, and next year's starting lineup.

In this episode, we break down Michigan's dominant win over Florida State in the Sweet Sixteen, their upcoming matchup against UCLA in the Elite Eight and more on the Wolverines' run. First, we look at what impressed us the most about the Wolverines' lopsided win over the Seminoles. We discuss the coaching job done in preparation for the contest, adjustments made along the way, the assertive play...

Sam Webb, Brice Marich and Steve Lorenz discuss more visits Michigan scheduled for June, the latest in running back recruiting, spring ball rumblings, and preview the dead period visit for five-star DT Walter Nolen.

In this episode, we break down how the Michigan basketball looked in the opening weekend of the 2021 NCAA Tournament, along with a look-ahead to the Sweet Sixteen. We begin by looking at the Wolverines’ wins over Texas Southern and Louisiana State. We discuss Eli Brooks, Chaundee Brown Jr., Michigan’s perseverance, strategic decisions and other components that impressed us. We then discussed the u...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb reflect upon Michigan's win over LSU with an in-depth look at how Juwan Howard's game plan and adjustments affected the outcome. The performances of Eli Brooks, Chaundee Brown, Franz Wagner were highlighted, and Mike Smith's struggles were dissected. Glen Rice joined the podcast to share his thoughts on the Wolverines' success, Juwan Howard's coaching acumen, the top sho...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb reflect upon Michigan's Big Ten tournament showing with a focus shifting roles in the aftermath of Isaiah Livers' injury, how Juwan Howard getting thrown out of the Maryland game deepened his connection with the team, and who has to step up the most for the Wolverines to contend for a title. Charles Barkley then joins the podcast to share his thoughts on Michigan's seaso...

In this episode, we recap the Michigan basketball team's in the Big Ten Tournament, and look ahead to the Wolverines' NCAA Tournament draw and potential opening weekend matchups. We begin looking back on Michigan's first weekend, one that included shooting droughts, comebacks, a season-ending injury, an ejection and more. We try to gauge what to make of the Wolverines' 1-1 record at the event, how...

Sam Webb, Brice Marich and Steve Lorenz discuss the major visit weekend Michigan is starting to put together in anticipation of the end of the dead period. The conversation then turns to the latest of Michigan's pursuit of top defensive line targets Justice Finkley, Deone Walker, Anthony Lucas, Quency Wiggins, and more. The Oak Park defensive lineman Rayshaun Benny joins the podcast to finally exp...

In this podcast, we discuss where things stand with the No. 4 Michigan men’s basketball team, and preview how the Wolverines will look in the Big Ten Tournament. To open, we look at Michigan’s biggest question mark. We discuss the Wolverines’ 1-2 finish to the season, Michigan’s lack of depth, the Wolverines’ ability to play without a potential starter, in a tightly officiated game, Hunter Dickins...

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb reflect upon the conference honors earned by the Wolverines this year with a focus on Juwan Howard and Hunter Dickinson. The conversation shifts to how Illinois and Michigan State defended Hunter Dickinson so effectively and how he can counter similar strategies moving forward. Tim also discusses how/why Franz Wagner and Isaiah Livers will become more prominent on the of...

Sam Webb, Brice Marich and Steve Lorenz break down why Traverse City (Mich.) Central linebacker Josh Burnham is now trending towards Notre Dame and assess the top known linebacker targets still standing on Michigan's board. The crew then turns its attention to a discussion about the game and recruitment of Greenwood (Ind.) Center Grove quarterback Tayven Jackson and Clovis (Calif.) dual-threat sig...