UMGoBlue Michigan Wolverine Football Podcast

The Wolverines are back in action this spring, and there's plenty to talk about. Is Bryce Underwood the next great Michigan QB? With Mikey Keene sidelined, all eyes are on the young phenom—and the pressure is on. 🎙️ Join Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer as they break down: ✅ The QB battle and Underwood's leadership potential ✅ Defensive dominance under Wink Martindale and Lou Esposito ✅ Concer...

The UMGo Blue podcast is back, breaking down all the latest from Michigan's Spring Football Practice! 🏈 🎙️ Join Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer as they dive into: 🔎 Defensive Coordinator Wink Martindale’s Growth – From skepticism to commanding respect, hear how he’s building an even deeper and stronger defense. 🧱 Offensive Strategy with New OC Chip Lindsey – Can Michigan’s signature physical...

Michigan’s 2024 season may not have ended with a championship, but it closed with a statement—an underdog 19-13 victory over Alabama that showcased the Wolverines' defensive dominance and resilience. Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down how Michigan outscored the Crimson Tide 16-0 in the first quarter, held them scoreless in the third, and secured yet another defining win to pair with thei...

In this episode of the UM Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer preview the Reliaquest Bowl matchup with Alabama. Michigan football faces its next big test against Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl, a matchup brimming with challenges and opportunity. Despite being underdogs, the Wolverines bring momentum from recent victories. This bowl game is more than just another contest—it's a provi...

Michigan's stunning 13-10 victory over Ohio State defied all odds, silencing doubters and reigniting the spirit of Wolverines fans everywhere. In this episode of the UM Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down the incredible performance that saw Michigan, a 19.5-point underdog, shut out the nation’s top-ranked Buckeyes in the second half. With a gritty defensive stand, clutch...

As Michigan gears up for its epic rivalry clash against Ohio State, the UM Go Blue podcast dives into the Wolverines' chances of pulling off a season-defining victory. Hosts Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down the team’s dominant 50-6 win over Northwestern, highlighting a balanced offensive resurgence and dominating defense. With the bitter rival Ohio State looming, Michigan's success hin...

In the wake of Michigan's hard-fought 20-15 loss to Indiana, the UM Go Blue podcast dives into a season marked by challenges and untapped potential. Hosts Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dissect the game, praising the defense for an impressive second-half effort. Yet, offensive inefficiency—206 total yards and struggles in both pass protection and the run game—continued to stall momentum. With t...

In the wake of Michigan’s victory over instate rival michigan state, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer preview the game versus #1 Oregon.

In the aftermath of Michigan’s tough 38-17 loss to Oregon, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down key moments from Michigan’s third quarter surge to the costly struggles on the offensive line. While the team fought hard, critical decisions and execution woes kept Michigan from staying competitive. Now, with bowl eligibility on the line, the upcoming matchups against Indiana, Northwestern, an...

In the wake of Michigan’s crushing 21-7 loss to Illinois, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive deep into the team’s offensive struggles, turnovers, and questionable coaching decisions that have cast a shadow over the season. With the team’s bowl hopes on the line, they stress how critical it is for the Wolverines to regroup, simplify their game plan, and focus on running the ball effectively. As...

In this episode, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan's pivotal matchup against Illinois, focusing on the team's struggles in road games and the need for clean execution. With Illinois showing strength in close games, Michigan’s offense, led by QB Jack Tuttle, must step up against Illinois' formidable defense. They emphasize the importance of consistent offensive line play, strong...

In this episode of the U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive into the controversy surrounding Michigan football and Connor Stalions, whose role in decoding opponents' signals sparked a media frenzy and led to Jim Harbaugh’s suspension nearly derailing Michigan 2023 National Championship run. They debate the NCAA's swift response compared to other scandals, express frustration...

Don’t miss this episode of the U M Go Blue podcast as hosts Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan's tough 27-17 loss to Washington. They examine the struggles on both sides of the ball, from quarterback rotation issues and offensive line breakdowns to defensive failures in the second half. With critical insights from Sherrone Moore on the quarterback situation the Wolverines need s...

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive into Michigan's national championship rematch with Washington. Learn about key factors that will shape the game, from Michigan’s road performance and offensive line strength, to the importance of discipline, defense, and special teams execution. With insights from Sherrone Moore this episode highlights what Michigan must do...

In this episode of the U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan’s 27-24 victory over Minnesota, focusing on a strong first half and the need for better second-half execution. They discuss the key role of Alex Orji in the run game, while stressing the importance of improving his passing accuracy. The health of the offensive line, defensive struggles late in the gam...

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive into Michigan's battle with Minnesota for the Little Brown Jug stressing the need for a dominant win to build momentum. They dive into Michigan's strong running game, Alex Orji's role as starting quarterback, and the team's need to show offensive creativity. The duo also highlights Minnesota's defensive strengths and offensi...

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan's thrilling 27-24 victory over USC, spotlighting Kalel Mullings' explosive 63-yard run to setup the game winning touchdown and Will Johnson's electric pick-six. While USC coach Lincoln Riley blamed big plays for their loss, Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore credited the team's unity and run-first strategy. Cl...

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive into Michigan's crucial upcoming matchup against USC, highlighting the switch to Alex Orji at quarterback. The game promises to be a tight contest. Key players like Kalel Mullings and Donovan Edwards will be essential, while Michigan's defense faces a stiff challenge against a rising USC team.

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan's 28-18 victory over Arkansas State, noting it as the team's best performance so far but still plagued with issues. They highlight concerns with the offense, particularly QB Davis Warren who threw three costly interceptions. The running game, led by Kalel Mullings and Donovan Edwards, was a bright spot, yet tu...

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer preview Michigan’s upcoming game against Arkansas State, emphasizing the urgency for the Wolverines to bounce back after their loss to Texas. Head coach Sherrone Moore stresses the need for improvement without panicking, while Clint highlights the offensive line concerns and the quarterback rotation between Davis Warren, Alex Orj...

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan's 31-12 loss to Texas, focusing on the offensive struggles and defensive lapses that led to the defeat. From quarterback Davis Warren's timing issues to miscommunication on the offensive line, the podcast takes a deep dive into what went wrong and how the Wolverines can rebound. Despite the setback, the coache...

In the latest UMGoBlue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer break down Michigan's highly anticipated matchup against Texas, where Michigan's elite defense faces off against Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers and a strong offensive line. With questions still lingering around Michigan's offense, particularly at quarterback, the game is predicted to be battle, with Texas favored by over six points....

In the latest U M Go Blue podcast, Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive deep into Michigan's 30-10 victory over Fresno State, analyzing Davis Warren's solid debut as the starting quarterback and backup QB Alex Orji's impactful moments on the field. They explore the offensive line's early struggles, the defensive prowess showcased by Will Johnson's thrilling 86-yard interception return, and the p...

Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer discuss Michigan's season opener against Fresno State and the excitement surrounding the game in Ann Arbor. The podcast also touches on the quarterback battle between Alex Orji and Davis Warren, the importance of maintaining the team's culture, and the potential impact of new offensive and defensive strategies under head coach Sherrone Moore and defensive coordina...

Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer make game-by-game predictions for the upcoming season.