Wolverine Confidential

Off-the-field stuff aside, there's a big game this Saturday in the Big Ten. No. 3 Michigan plays No. 10 Penn State in State College, the toughest test to date for the Wolverines. We're joined by PennLive.com writer Johnny McGonigal to discuss the Nittany Lions, Drew Allar and predict how this game might play out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan crushed Purdue in a game that looked a lot like every other game Michigan has played this season. The Wolverines are 9-0, but there are a few concerns: What's with the running game? And will the Big Ten punish the program for its alleged sign-stealing? We tackle those questions and preview Michigan's showdown with Penn State. Plus, we preview the men's and women's basketball seasons. Lear...

Michigan's sign-stealing scandal has taken another twist as Central Michigan is now investigating whether Michigan football staffer Connor Stalions, who is at the center of the NCAA's investigation into the Wolverines for allegedly stealing signs through prohibited means, was on the CMU's sideline wearing Chippewas-affiliated attire during a game at Michigan State this season. Learn more about you...

After a week off for the bye, the guys are back to recap where things stand with Michigan football and the sign-stealing allegations. We bring everyone up to speed, discuss the latest and where the football program goes from here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan won at Michigan State 49-0, perhaps the Wolverines' most dominant game in a season full of them. We discuss what made this performance so good. It wasn't a perfect week for Michigan, though, because of the NCAA investigation into whether the program's scouting and sign stealing practices were against the rules. We bring you the latest as Michigan enters its bye week. Plus, some basketball...

Another NCAA probe into the Michigan football program has been launched, this time for alleged scouting violations and illegal signal-stealing. An analyst is reportedly at the center of the investigation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have things cooled after last year's tunnel drama? Do the Spartans stand a chance? MSU beat writer Matt Wenzel joins wolverines reporters Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke for a behind-the-scenes look at how the two teams are handling an important week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

he Wolverines hammered Indiana on Saturday, overcoming a slow start by ending the game on a 52-0 run. The team is 7-0 heading into rivalry week against Michigan State.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan football is undefeated at the midway point of the regular season and ranked near the top of the country in many categories. We discuss the Wolverines' impressive start and whether Indiana has any chance of slowing them down. Jim Harbaugh spoke about his contract situation this week. Where do both sides stand on that topic? Plus, we share the most important news from Big Ten basketball med...

The football team is now 6-0 after another lopsided win in Minneapolis. Aaron and Ryan discuss the pair of pick-6s, Mason Graham's dominant return, and J.J. McCarthy showing off his speed once again. Plus the hockey team kicks off the season with a series split. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 5-0 Wolverines are on the road again this week to face 3-2 Minnesota. The crew breaks down the upcoming matchup, along with their biggest takeaways from Michigan interviews this week. Plus, could a pending new NCAA suspension rule impact Jim Harbaugh? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan football's first road game of the season was a smashing success. The Wolverines dominated Nebraska in all phases to improve to 5-0. How'd they do it? And when might Michigan be seriously challenged? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wolverines (finally) hit the road for the first time all season this Saturday, playing at one of the Big Ten's best environments at Nebraska. We discuss the potential test up front for Michigan, and the warm and windy conditions in the forecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Takeaways from Michigan's 31-7 win vs. Rutgers to open Big Ten play. Plus, other notable scores from around the conference, and when the Wolverines might be tested.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To preview Michigan football's Big Ten opener against Rutgers, we bring in Rutgers beat writer Brian Fonseca of NJ.com. He talks about what has led to Rutgers' 3-0 start and whether he thinks the Scarlet Knights will challenge No. 2 Michigan in the Big House. Jim Harbaugh returns to the sidelines on Saturday. We discuss what it might mean for the Wolverines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Michigan moved to 3-0 with a win over Bowling Green on Saturday, but not without some hiccups. QB J.J. McCarthy threw three interceptions and the Wolverines struggled elsewhere, igniting some concern as nonconference play wraps up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan's run game has been inefficient through two games and has been a point of emphasis this week in practice. Plus, Jim Harbaugh to serve the the final game of his suspension, and Michigan-Bowling Green coaching connections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan quarterback JJ McCarthy was nearly flawless in Michigan’s 35-7 win over UNLV. And the defense racked up five sacks. We break down the Wolverines’ impressive 2-0 start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like Michigan, the Rebels won their season opener in lopsided fashion. How do they stack up against the Wolverines? Plus, J.J. McCarthy takes the next step in his development, what to watch for on Saturday, injury updates and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The good and bad from Michigan's season-opening win over East Carolina. Will its run game get going against UNLV? Plus, Jim Harbaugh serves the first game of his suspension, and the new coaching plan for this week.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

National Championship? Big Ten Title? A measly 11-1? Andrew, Aaron and Zuke each give their predictions before the 2023 college football season kicks off on Saturday. Plus, interim play callers and stadium upgrades to watch for as the Wolverines take on the Pirates at noon in Ann Arbor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot of has transpired since we last recorded. Jim Harbaugh decided on who will coach the first three games, his offensive coordinator has been suspended, and he challenged the 'status quo' in college athletics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Harbaugh will be suspended after all this season, but the newly announced three-game ban wasn’t levied by the NCAA. Instead, it was Michigan self-imposing the suspension. How is this ban different, and who are the top candidates for interim head coach? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another week of Michigan football fall camp is (almost) in the books. Jim Harbaugh spoke to reporters about his team, going through much of the roster and highlighting potential breakout players and key positional battles. He has a very "vibrant" team, and he's excited about the potential for 2023. There have been a couple of injuries, however. We discuss all of that and ask you, our listeners, fo...

Jim Harbaugh's proposed 4-game suspension has been rejected. The NCAA comments, Tom Mars responds, and what this means moving forward.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices