The "Hail Yes" crew is back to preview Michigan's matchup against a struggling Wisconsin team who is over a two touchdown underdog against the Wolverines. Tony and Andrew open the show by talking about where Michigan stands at the 1/3rd mark of the season and what the Wolverines did during a bye week. Plus, what has gone wrong for the Badgers and how did they get here? And in what ways might the Badgers challenge Michigan? Then after a quick break, the guys make predictions for the Michigan-Wisconsin game and share their picks for the biggest games around the country this week. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
After falling flat in their first road test of the season in Week 2 against Oklahoma, it was a much different story for Bryce Underwood and the Michigan Wolverines in Week 4. The Wolverines pretty much controlled the game against Nebraska on the road from start to finish, and Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing what we learned about this year's team in a ground-and-pound domination. Then, with 33% of the season done, the guys discuss the positives at the negatives that they've seen so far, and talk about why they think the schedule continues to set up better and better for the Wolverines. To close the show, the guys make their picks for a loaded college football slate and talk about the biggest games this weekend and how they might impact the Wolverines. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Michigan football decided to take the training wheels off freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood in Week 3 against Central Michigan and it paid immediate dividends. A week after the offense struggled mightily against Oklahoma on the road, the Wolverines compiled 625 yards of total offense as Underwood passed for 235 yards and rushed for 114 more. Needless to say, the Wolverine won't be "taking the air out of the ball ever again, not with this guy and taking snaps," according to acting head coach Biff Poggi. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing the lessons learned from the Central Michigan blowout victory, and then play a game of "overreaction/underreaction/proper reaction" from Michigan football's first three weeks. Then after a quick break, the guys talk all things Nebraska and a fun matchup against sophomore Dylan Raiola, the son of former Detroit Lions offensive lineman Dominic Raiola. Will the lessons learned from Week 3 be enough to pull off a tough road victory? And last but not least, the guys make their predictions for the Michigan-Nebraska matchup and share their picks for the rest of the big games this weekend. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Week 2 is in the books and Michigan football's huge game against Oklahoma did not go how the Wolverines would've hoped. In Bryce Underwood's first ever road start, the Wolverines struggled in most departments and were beaten, 24-13, by a tough Sooners squad. Tony and Andrew open the show by discussing what went wrong for the Wolverines in Norman and where they must go from here to get the train back on the tracks. Then after the break, the guys discuss the Central Michigan game and why Biff Poggi was named as the interim head coach for the CMU and Nebraska games. And last but not least, it's time for some college football picks for a huge Week 3 slate. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
It was a successful 2025 debut for Michigan football in Week 1 vs. New Mexico, with the Wolverines cruising to a 34-17 victory and freshman sensation Bryce Underwood looking every bit the part. Tony and Andrew open the show by discussing Underwood's impressive composure, his arm strength and other takeaways from the Week 1 victory. Then the guys welcome Ryan Aber, the OU beat writer for The Oklahoman, to talk about a huge matchup at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman. What's the vibe surrounding this Oklahoma squad? Is quarterback John Mateer legit? And what can Underwood expect against the Sooners' defense in his first career road start? Last but not least, Tony and Andrew make their "much-anticipated" picks and predictions for the Michigan game, the MSU showdown with BC and more. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Michigan football is back! The Wolverines will be flying out of the tunnel at the Big House on Saturday for a highly-anticipated first game against New Mexico where we get to see Bryce Underwood making his Michigan debut. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing Sherrone Moore's game-week press conference where he was surprisingly revelatory about what the team might look like. Then the guys look at some historical stat barometers and where Bryce Underwood and Co. might fall this year before taking a big-picture look at a loaded Week 1 schedule. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
With just 10 days until the start of the season, the "Hail Yes" crew breaks down the 10 most important players for Michigan football this season. It's no secret Bryce Underwood is on the list, but just how high is he? And is Michigan finding a resurgence on offense more important, or maintaining an elite level on defense? Then in the second half of the show, the guys each share one on-the-field birthday wish Bryce Underwood might ask for to celebrate turning 18. Plus, Tony shares his thoughts on Michigan continuing its heater on the recruiting trail after landing Savion Hiter, the No. 1 running back recruit in the country. And last but not least, the guys discuss the latest surrounding the Connor Stalions-sign-stealing saga, and reports that Central Michigan helped arrange him being on the CMU sidelines for the 2023 game against MSU. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Flash the bat signal, it's time for an emergency podcast! We knew it was coming eventually, but the NCAA finally handed down its punishment to Michigan on Friday. While Michigan did receive a laundry list of punishments, the school avoided the ones that matter most. The NCAA did NOT give Michigan a postseason ban or vacate any wins. Tony and Andrew get together for a quick breakdown of everything you need to know about the announcement, including whether Michigan got off easy.
As the Michigan football season creeps closer and closer with kickoff just 17 days away, Tony and Andrew are back for another episode of "Hail Yes" during the dog days of camp. Michigan coach Sherrone Moore spoke with the media for one of the final times of fall camp on Tuesday and gave an inside look at when he plans to name Bryce Underwood, Mikey Keene or Jake Garcia as the starting quarterback, and it'll be before opening kickoff. For now, it looks like Underwood continues to lead the way. Then, the guys talk about Michigan's mantra for the season, "today, not tomorrow," what it means and why it has a hidden benefit that you may not think of. Then after a quick break, Tony and Andrew talk about why these next few days are so important for Michigan football's roster battles and which units fans should really lock in on. Plus, what to make of the alleged gambling situation surrounding Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer, who the Wolverines will face in Week 2. And last but not least, Tony got to taste all the food that will be offered at the Big House this year and gives fans an idea of which ones they've got to check out. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
The Michigan football season will be here before we know it, as the Wolverines kick off against New Mexico at the Big House in just 24 days. USA TODAY columnist Dan Wolken joins the show to talk some Michigan football, starting with the ceiling and floor for this Michigan team, where they stand amongst the best teams in the Big ten and some examples of true freshmen quarterbacks like Bryce Underwood who have found success right away. Then, Dan and the guys talk about what kind of punishment Michigan could realistically expect from the sign-stealing saga and what the national perception currently is of Sherrone Moore and Michigan football as a whole. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Hail Yes is back! On the first day of fall camp for Michigan football, Andrew and Tony break out their mics to set the table for another big season. The guys open the show by discussing the most important position battles that will be taking place heading into the season, starting of course with the quarterback room, where No. 1 overall recruit Bryce Underwood hangs over everything. Will Michigan choose raw talent over experience? And will Sherrone Moore even have an option, as veteran Mikey Keene recovers from an injury. In the second half of the show, Tony and Andrew discuss Michigan football's Vegas over/under and go through the Wolverines' schedule game-by-game to see if they think that number is realistic. Is a return to the College Football Playoff in the future? Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Spring football is in the books, and all that anyone can talk about is Michigan football quarterback Bryce Underwood, who made his debut at the Big House last weekend in the spring game. It wasn't smooth sailing for the highly-touted freshman, but the Belleville product showed flashes of why he is so exciting. Tony and Andrew open the show by answering three questions about the spring game, of course focusing on Underwood's performance, and then discuss why everyone is missing the mark about Underwood on both sides. After a quick break, Tony and Andrew discuss if Michigan has enough to get back to the College Football Playoff after last year's disappointing 7-5 season. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
It wasn't the dream ending anyone in Ann Arbor hoped for, but it sure was a successful season. Michigan basketball was knocked out of the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament in Year 1 under Dusty May after looking like it might have just enough to outlast Auburn. That all came crashing down in the second half, as the Wolverines watched the Tigers hit one shot after another. Tony and Andrew talk about their biggest takeaways from May's first year in Ann Arbor and what lessons can be taken from the 2024-25 season going forward. Then, the guys talk about Michigan's busy start in the transfer portal, already landing Elliot Cadeau (North Carolina), Morez Johnson Jr. (Illinois) and Yaxel Lendeborg (UAB) in just the first few days after the season. Is this another sign that May is perfectly set up to succeed in this day and age? And last but not least, we can't forget about spring football. Sherrone Moore's crew is on the field and getting in work, with of course the biggest question still being who will be the starting quarterback. Tony makes a prediction for the starter against New Mexico in Week 1, and shares a takeaway from the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Michigan basketball is red-hot. After winning the Big Ten tournament, the Wolverines went to Denver for the opening weekend of the NCAA tournament and when the big moments came calling, the Wolverines had all the answers. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing Michigan's wins over UC San Diego in the first round and Texas A&M in the second round and how Dusty May's squad keeps finding a way to win. What changed in that time off before the Big Ten tournament? And who deserves the most credit? Then after a quick break, the guys look forward to Atlanta, where the Wolverines are set to square off with the No. 1 overall seed, Auburn. The Tigers won the SEC crown and have been considered the top dog all year, but are they playing their best basketball? And last but not least, the elephant in the room: What do the guys make of a potential showdown with rival Michigan State with a trip to the Final Four on the line? Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
What a weekend for the Wolverines! After stumbling to the finish line in the regular season, Dusty May's Michigan squad recaptured its magic in Indianapolis and rode it all the way to a Big Ten tournament title. But was it worth it for the Wolverines? Tony and Andrew open the show by talking about how the Wolverines got back on track and the eventful weekend in the Hoosier state. Plus, the guys talk about how the Wolverines ended up with a lower seed than Purdue, Maryland and Wisconsin, despite beating them all in the last week. After a quick break, it's time to look forward: How far can Michigan go in March Madness this year? And might we see an insane rivalry matchup in the Elite Eight? That and a lot more on this week's March Madness edition of Hail Yes. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
After a mostly awesome season, Michigan basketball appears to be limping into one-and-done time. The Wolverines lost their last three games of the regular season to Illinois, Maryland and Michigan State, where the story became a push from Tre Holloman in the final seconds. It's certainly not how the Wolverines wanted the season to end, but the great news is there's still plenty of time. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing the Wolverines' really tough final week, why Michigan fans no-showed the final home game at Crisler Center and what to make of the whole floor-kiss incident in East Lansing. After a quick break, the guys talk about what the Wolverines need to do to get back on track and why the Big Ten tournament is the perfect opportunity for Michigan to turn things around. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
Plain and simple, Michigan basketball is not playing its best with just two games left in the season. The Wolverines have flashed some of the highest highs in college basketball this season, but even as Dusty May's squad has still found ways to win, it hasn't always been pretty. That finally caught up to the Wolverines on Sunday, who were run out of the gym by Illinois. Tony and Andrew open the show by discussing what has led to Michigan's downturn on the court and what the Wolverines can do to get it back on track with everything still on the line with two games to play. After a quick break, the guys take a look ahead at the matchups with Maryland and Michigan State, and discuss why Michigan might be a team to watch in the Big Ten tournament. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
What is this the 2010s? It sure feels like it in the college basketball world, when the Big Ten title often ran through whoever came out on top between the Spartans and Wolverines. More and more, that’s looking like it’ll be the case this year as the Wolverines and Spartans sit in first and second place in the conference respectively. To start the show, Andrew and Tony discuss Michigan’s recent win over Ohio State, another nail-biter, and the guys talk about how the Wolverines keep pulling out these insanely close games. Then, after MSU pulled out an impressive win over Purdue on Tuesday, Tony and Andrew talk about what kind of matchup the Wolverines are facing on Friday. What are the X-factors for both sides? And who comes out on top? You don’t want to miss this week’s episode! Read all about the Michigan Wolverines, including some great pieces by Tony and Rainer Sabin, by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
After Michigan basketball came out on top in an epic game against Purdue on Tuesday to take the lead in the Big Ten, Tony and Andrew are joined by Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor, who was at the Purdue game, to discuss how the Wolverines pulled out the crazy win. The guys talk about what makes this Michigan team unique and how they keep coming out unscathed in so many close games. Then after a quick break, the guys discuss how Michigan basketball has become the favorite to take home the Big Ten regular season crown in a remarkable turnaround from last year's disastrous 8-24 season, starting with Dusty May's positivity. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines, including some great pieces by Tony and Rainer Sabin, by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.
The Hail Yes crew was thrilled this week to welcome former Michigan basketball coach John Beilein to the show for the first time. Few, if any, can offer the level of insight on the Michigan basketball program that Beilein can, and coming off a clutch late win over Penn State, it was the perfect time to sit down with the former coach. Tony and John open by talking about the 2024-25 Wolverines and why John really likes this team and thinks it can go for a run. Then, Tony ask John about how he was able to build such a sustainable program and what principles Dusty May can use to return the Wolverines to a year in, year out winner. Plus, Beilein talks about the Big Ten race at large and how the Spartans and Wolverines (the best rivalry in the sport, according to him) could be in for a fight to the finish this regular season. This is a fantastic episode of Hail Yes that you just can't miss. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines, including some great pieces by Tony and Rainer, by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.