MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

Wolverine Confidential

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Wolverine Confidential is the definitive podcast for University of Michigan sports news and analysis. Hosts Andrew Kahn, Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke cover Michigan football, basketball, hockey and more for MLive.com.

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MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Michigan football signing day recap 06.12.2024

With the early signing period underway, we discuss Michigan's 2025 recruiting class, headlined by star quarterback Bryce Underwood. We hit one some other key prospects and discuss what position groups Michigan might target in the transfer portal. Michigan is also in the market for a new offensive coordinator; who might Sherrone Moore hire? Michigan will learn its bowl destination on Sunday. Tampa...

Michigan has become a nightmare for Ohio State, Ryan Day 02.12.2024

Michigan has won four straight in the rivalry vs. Ohio State, but Saturday's was the most improbable. A look at how the Wolverines pulled off the 13-10 upset and what it means for both programs. Plus, thoughts on the postgame melee following the midfield flag plant.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan-Ohio State preview: Injuries, path to victory, in-depth look at Buckeyes 27.11.2024

It’s rivalry week! We recap what we heard in Schembechler Hall this week, handicap the injury situation and give our predictions. Plus, Stephen Means from Cleveland.com joins us to preview the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Bryce Underwood and big win, Michigan gets huge momentum boost before Ohio State 25.11.2024

It was a terrific few days for the Michigan football program. First, the nation's No. 1 overall recruit, Belleville quarterback Bryce Underwood, flipped his commitment from LSU to Michigan. Then the Wolverines went out and destroyed Northwestern 50-6 to become bowl eligible. It all came at the perfect time with Michigan gearing up for Ohio State next Saturday. We discuss all of it, plus preview th...

What's at stake for Michigan vs. Northwestern, recruiting news 21.11.2024

The Wolverines need one more win for bowl eligibility, and Saturday against 4-6 Northwestern is their best opportunity to get it. The crew discusses they keys to the game and the latest developments for Michigan on the recruiting trail. Plus, a look at the current 12-team playoff and Michigan basketball chatter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football bye week thoughts, Bryce Underwood, Michigan hoops 18.11.2024

The guys are back with some college football/Big Ten discussion out of the bye week. They provide an injury update on Michigan football. What's the latest on Bryce Underwood? And hoops talk after both teams scored impressive non-conference wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan battles, but curious decisions prove costly in loss at Indiana 11.11.2024

We discuss the good, the bad, and the questionable from Michigan's close loss at undefeated Indiana. Michigan's defense rose to the challenge after a shaky start, but the offense never got going, and the coaching staff didn't help. It all puts more pressure on beating Northwestern in a couple of weeks. Plus, we give updates on Michigan's hockey and basketball teams. Learn more about your ad choice...

Can Michigan slow down undefeated Indiana? 07.11.2024

Michigan faces another top-10 team this week when it travels to surging Indiana. Do the Wolverines have a shot at handing the high-flying Hoosiers their first loss of the season? Plus, the Dusty May era is off to a strong start for the men's basketball team, hitting triple digits in its season opener. Meanwhile, the women took pushed the defending national champions to the brink in a close loss to...

Another reality check for Michigan in Oregon loss 04.11.2024

It was another loss for the Wolverines, who didn't have enough to beat No. 1 Oregon on Saturday. We discuss the struggles, what went right and why the coaching blunders were magnified in a game like this. Plus the latest on Michigan's pursuit of QB Bryce Underwood and we preview basketball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan vs. Oregon preview with OregonLive's James Crepea 31.10.2024

We discuss the Big Ten's decision on the Michigan-Michigan State postgame skirmish and the quarterback recruiting news in light of Michigan losing its 2025 QB, Carter Smith. Will the Wolverines replace him with Bryce Underwood? We preview Michigan's upcoming game against No. 1 Oregon with OregonLive's Ducks beat writer James Crepea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does win vs. MSU mean for rest of Michigan's season? 28.10.2024

Michigan played its cleanest game of the season in Saturday's win over Michigan State. Quarterback Davis Warren returned to the starting lineup, plus other key takeaways from the rivalry victory.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan State preview 24.10.2024

Michigan's QB merry-go-round continues this week after a subpart start from Jack Tuttle. Will the Wolverines turn to Tuttle again this week against in-state rival Michigan State? Plus, updates on Will Johnson and Myles Hinton, and the guys are joined by Spartans beat writer Matt Wenzel to discuss MSU's first season under Jonathan Smith.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Michigan’s offense lost in loss at Illinois 21.10.2024

Michigan fell at Illinois on Saturday and then fell out of the top 25 for the first time in more than three years. The offense was bad. What will Sherrone Moore do about the quarterback situation? Michigan might need to beat Michigan State to guarantee a bowl bid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does starting Jack Tuttle improve Michigan's chances of beating Illinois? 17.10.2024

The Wolverines return from their bye week to face a ranked Illinois team on the road. They will start their third quarterback so far this season, turning to seventh-year veteran Jack Tuttle. The Illini are 5-1 and have one of the most efficient QBs in the Big Ten in Luke Altmyer. Plus, game predictions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bye week thoughts + Michigan's second-half outlook 14.10.2024

The bye week is over and the guys discuss Michigan football's checklist during the time off. Is it enough time to turn things around? Plus, quick thoughts on the Big Ten and Michigan's next opponent, Illinois.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After loss at Washington, what are expectations for Michigan football? 07.10.2024

Michigan's first road game of the season resulted in a loss at Washington. Michigan made yet another change at quarterback. Is Jack Tuttle the answer going forward? After breaking down the game, we look ahead to the second half of the season. Michigan is off this week but the back half of the schedule is not easy. Can the Wolverines keep themselves in the playoff conversation? Learn more about you...

How will Michigan handle first road test? 03.10.2024

Michigan travels to Washington for its first road game of the season and a rematch of last year's national championship, but both teams feature new-look rosters and coaching staffs. We break down the matchup and share our predictions for the first Big Ten meeting between the two programs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan hangs on to beat Minnesota; QB Alex Orji throws first INT 30.09.2024

Michigan continues to win despite its lowly passing attack. We discuss the nailbiter against Minnesota, Alex Orji's progress throwing the football and what went wrong in the second half.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Michigan stick with run-heavy approach vs. Minnesota? 26.09.2024

Michigan ran the ball on 46 of 58 offensive plays against USC in Alex Orji's first start. Will the Wolverines follow a similar script against a Minnesota defense that just allowed 272 rushing yards in a loss to Iowa? Plus, news and notes from the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking down Michigan's impressive win over USC 23.09.2024

Michigan used defense, a strong rushing attack, and a last-minute touchdown to beat No. 11 USC on Saturday. It was exactly the type of performance Michigan needed to open Big Ten play. We break down the win, Alex Orji's first start, and whether the game plan is sustainable going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Orji takes over at QB, USC preview 19.09.2024

Alex Orji will finally get his shot. On today's episode we discuss Michigan's change at quarterback, the fallout and what it means for the offense moving forward. Plus, we discuss Colston Loveland's status for the game, Donovan Edwards' comments and preview USC.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did Michigan show progress in win vs. Arkansas State? 16.09.2024

Michigan made a QB switch in its win over Arkansas State. What does that mean moving forward? The run got back on track and the defense showed improvement from the Texas loss, but Saturday was hardly a flawless performance overall.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Michigan football bounce back vs. Arkansas State? 12.09.2024

We discuss what the Wolverines were saying this week about their loss to Texas and what they need to fix before Saturday's game against Arkansas State. Are there any lingering concerns? We talk about former Central Michigan and Tennessee coach Butch Jones and the roster he has built at Arkansas State before sharing our predictions for the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

Texas recap — how worried should fans be over Michigan defense? 09.09.2024

Michigan lost a lopsided game to a good Texas team on Saturday. We dissect the issues on both sides of the ball, especially defense. Should fans be worried? Plus, who or what's to blame for Davis Warren's struggles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan-Texas storylines, Sherrone Moore's contract situation 05.09.2024

The Wolverines are set for their first top-10 nonconference matchup since 1994 and are an underdog against No. 3 Texas, which beat Colorado State 52-0 in its opener. What are their chances of pulling off an upset? Plus, Sherrone Moore is coaching without an official contract.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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