The Michigan Insider

This week on Steady Droppin' Dimes: Sam, Devin and Daniel preview Michigan's best chance at becoming bowl eligible with their game against Northwestern, this Saturday, and talk about Brian Kelly's struggles down at LSU. Is Brian Kelly coaching for his job these days? How will this affect recruiting futures? Plus the crew looks at Michigan Basketball's start to the season and the frustrating amount of turnovers that they are committing in games, and we take a peek at the Detroit Lions Super Bowl betting odds... are they now the favorites? Steady Droppin' Dimes has a new presenting sponsor, Underground Printing, and Ann Arbor original since 2001. Get your Michigan branded apparel from UGP! ******SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE good for 20% off online and in-store purchases at Underground Printing. Use code: "SAMWEBB20" Good through 12-31-2024 at any UGP location and at https://shop.undergroundshirts.com/collections/michigan (custom items excluded from promotion) If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, Brice Marich, and Allen Trieu react to Bryce Underwood flipping his commitment form LSU to Michigan. A fireworks subscription special - Get an annual subscription to The Michigan Insider for an amazing 75% off!!! Real insider intel, from REAL insiders! - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/join/?Subscription=2661 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick discuss the Michigan basketball team's ongoing turnover issues and possible remedies moving forward. The conversation then turns to the early season performance by Tre Donaldson and whether they prove he is Michigan’s best player. Nmari Burnett’s strong play is discussed before attention turns to Vlad Goldin’s continued struggles outside of the matchup with Tarleton State. Tim shares his thoughts on the skill sets and likely roles for Sam Walters and Justin Pippen. The episode closes with a discussion of early standouts from across the Big Ten. Want more coverage of Michigan Football and Basketball? Subscribe to The Michigan Insider on YouTube and enable alerts to get instant updates on all the video content we bring our subscribers on a regular basis. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMichiganInsider?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichiganInsider To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team’s home finale against Northwestern, and what the Wolverines need to show following a 1-3 skid and a bye week. They open with a look at Michigan’s offense. They discuss the Wolverines shortcomings on multiple fronts in the ground game, as well as the rushing attack’s apparent mid-season regression. They look at what Michigan needs to do against Northwestern’s defense, and some key players to watch. In the second half of the episode, they look at Michigan’s defense, and what it must show beyond general success against a rather sluggish Northwestern offense. They discuss the group’s discipline, younger talent and some position groups on the spot. They close with their score predictions for the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan football hosts Northwestern this weekend with an excellent chance to secure bowl eligibility. After an improbable eight-win 2023, the Wildcats have fallen to 4-6 with one of the worst offenses in college football. (But old friend AJ Henning is playing well!) And while the defense returned the majority of its contributors from last season, injuries have plagued that side of the ball. Tom Gorski of Purple Wildcats on 247Sports joins "Behind Enemy Lines" to give the inside scoop on Northwestern and what to expect Saturday at the Big House. Tom Gorski To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special bonus edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discussed the commitment of Belleville safety Elijah Dotson. The a versatile dual-threat athlete flipped from Pitt to Michigan and is rated the no. 118 prospect in country by 247Sports. The panel discussed his high-upside at multiple positions, including safety, corner, and receiver and his potential to influence his teammate, Bryce Underwood. The Recruiting Insider has a new official sponsor, Passes, the official NIL partner of Michigan athletics. Passes joined forces with U-M to help recruit and retain top student athletes and create an ecosystem for unprecedented fan access. If you want to begin supporting Michigan student athletes via direct interaction and engagement with their content via Passes, click here: https://www.passes.com/michigan The Recruiting Insider is presented by Wolverine Boots & Apparel. As America’s Original Work Boot Brand, Wolverine is a champion of blue-collar work ethic whenever and wherever it shows up, whether that’s on a job site or a football field. That’s why Wolverine has proudly partnered with The Recruiting Insider in presenting the Recruit of the Week, as Wolverine student-athletes embody this blue-collar grit and resilience through and through. Shop Wolverine Boots' Michigan collection here: https://www.wolverine.com/US/en/maize-and-blue-collar/ Want more coverage of Michigan Football and Basketball? Subscribe to The Michigan Insider on YouTube and enable alerts to get instant updates on all the video content we bring to our subscribers on a regular basis. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMichiganInsider?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichiganInsider To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discussed the latest developments in Michigan’s pursuit of the nation’s top player, LSU quarterback commit Bryce Underwood. The panel detailed the tense week in his recruitment that stemmed from an unconfirmed report of a $10.5 million NIL offer from Michigan, his reaction to it on Instagram, and the response to it from Michigan fans and donors. The conversation then turned to where things stand in recruitment, why it’s important to ignore the abundance of uninformed reporting on it and let it play out. From there the discussion moved to prospects who could be impacted by Underwood’s decision like Derek Meadows and Andrew Olesh, Additionally, they addressed the status of defensive line commit Jaylen Williams and new pursuit of Ohio State edge decommit Zahir Mathis and UCF wide receiver commit, (and Brady Hart teammate) Jayven Boggs. The Recruiting Insider has a new official sponsor, Passes, the official NIL partner of Michigan athletics. Passes joined forces with U-M to help recruit and retain top student athletes and create an ecosystem for unprecedented fan access. If you want to begin supporting Michigan student athletes via direct interaction and engagement with their content via Passes, click here: https://www.passes.com/michigan The Recruiting Insider is presented by Wolverine Boots & Apparel. As America’s Original Work Boot Brand, Wolverine is a champion of blue-collar work ethic whenever and wherever it shows up, whether that’s on a job site or a football field. That’s why Wolverine has proudly partnered with The Recruiting Insider in presenting the Recruit of the Week, as Wolverine student-athletes embody this blue-collar grit and resilience through and through. Shop Wolverine Boots' Michigan collection here: https://www.wolverine.com/US/en/maize-and-blue-collar/ Want more coverage of Michigan Football and Basketball? Subscribe to The Michigan Insider on YouTube and enable alerts to get instant updates on all the video content we bring to our subscribers on a regular basis. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMichiganInsider?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichiganInsider To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Steady Droppin' Dimes, Sam Webb, Devin Gardner, and Daniel Horton discuss possible "poaching" targets quarterback targets like Nevada's Brendon Lewis, Texas A&M's Marcel Lewis and Notre Dame's CJ Carr. The conversation the shifts to Daniel's early assessment of the Michigan basketball team after two games and a forecast of changes that may have to be made to the offensive approach to better suit the talent and cut down of turnovers. He also offers a breakdown of five-star pledge Trey McKenney. Steady Droppin' Dimes has a new presenting sponsor, Underground Printing, and Ann Arbor original since 2001. Get your Michigan branded apparel, including your season t-shirt, and all of your custom t-shirts, sweatshirts, screen printing and embroidery from UGP! Get the Michigan season t-shirt here: https://shop.undergroundshirts.com/collections/michigan?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=wtka If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick discuss early season concerns with turnovers and rebounding. McCormick highlights some of the causes including the heavy amount of switching on the defensive end of the floor, and the need for a clear go-to player on the offensive end. They also discuss the importance of teaching rebounding skills to a roster that lacks players who don't rebound instinctively, especially to guards. There is also a focused discussion to the need to established Vlad Goldin as an offensive threat, and the need for him to be demanding with his teammates to ensure it happens. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford break down Michigan's 20-15 loss to Indiana. Vance highlights the mix of stunts up front and a good dosage of man-to-man on the back end to stifle one of the Big Ten's most potent attacks. Vance also hails Zeke Berry as the player of the game and nominates him as the the starting corner opposite Will Johnson. There's also exciting news. The Michigan defensive film study with Vance Bedford is now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do. Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning. Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode Al and Sam discussed Michigan's offensive struggles in its 20-15 loss to Indiana. Borges highlighted Indiana's effective use of twists and the offensive line's inability to handle them, leading to deteriorated quarterback footwork and missed throws. Webb discussed the need for play-calling to mask the significant limitations in talent. Both agreed that the offensive line play, quarterback play, and play calling have to see some level of improvement in the bye week or the Wolverines could lose even to lowly Northwestern. There's also exciting news. The Michigan football film study with Al Borges in now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app, Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do. Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning. Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this first episode of the 2024 Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick set the stage for an all new version of Michigan Basketball in head coach Dusty May's first season leading the Wolverines. Tim breaks down some of what went so wrong last season, and what fans of the program can expect from this season's squad., noting May’s unique philosophy and roster construction. Key points include the team's emphasis on multi-positional offense, long athletes, and defensive intensity. They praise players like Nimari Burnett, Danny Wolf, and Roddy Gayle. Tim predicted Michigan to lead the Big 10 in three-point shooting and nine different players to lead the team in scoring in a game over the course of the season. The episode concludes with Sam and Tim talking about recruiting, and specifically about 2025 Orchard Lake St. Mary's combo guard, and Flint Michigan native, Trey McKenney. The five-star prospect announces his decision between Michigan, USC, and Georgetown, Saturday. Want more coverage of Michigan Football and Basketball? Subscribe to The Michigan Insider on YouTube and enable alerts to get instant updates on all the video content we bring our subscribers on a regular basis. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMichiganInsider?sub_confirmation=1 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Steady Droppin' Dimes, Sam Webb, Devin Gardner, and Daniel Horton discuss the latest in Michigan's pursuit of LSU quarterback commit Bryce Underwood, highlighting a fan-led "Keep Bryce Home" campaign at a Belleville playoff game. The conversation also explores potential portal quarterback targets like USC's Miller Moss, Liberty's Kaidon Salter, and Washington State's John Mateer, evaluating their fit and impact on Michigan's roster. Next the crew previews Michigan's upcoming matchup with Indiana upcoming matchup, emphasizing the need for better offensive strategy and execution. The episode concludes with a mention of the Detroit Lions' impressive defeat of the Green Bay Packers and winning the trade deadline with the trade for Za'Darius Smith. Steady Droppin' Dimes has a new presenting sponsor, Underground Printing, and Ann Arbor original since 2001. Get your Michigan branded apparel, including your season t-shirt, and all of your custom t-shirts, sweatshirts, screen printing and embroidery from UGP! Get the Michigan season t-shirt here: https://shop.undergroundshirts.com/collections/michigan?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=wtka If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford breaks down Michigan's 38-17 loss to Oregon, and previews the matchup with Indiana. There's also exciting news. The Michigan defensive film study with Vance Bedford is now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do. Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning. Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's offensive showing in its 38-17 loss to Oregon. They discussed the importance of early down passing to help Warren gain confidence and the need for more consistency in execution. Borges emphasized the effectiveness of downhill runs and the necessity of a balanced offense. He also mentioned the importance of having a plan for second and long situations. The conversation included audience questions about play selection, the use of Alex Orji, and the upcoming game against Indiana, with Borges expressing confidence in Warren's ability to perform well. There's also exciting news. The Michigan football film study with Al Borges in now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app, Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do. Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning. Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan is a heavy underdog as it travels to face the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers this Saturday in Bloomington. Under first-year coach Curt Cignetti, IU is 9-0 and eyeing a Big Ten Championship berth and College Football Playoff spot. The Hoosiers boast the second-best scoring offense in the country and the third-best total defense. Where has this turnaround come from, and what must the Wolverines do to pull off the road upset? IU beat reporter Matt Weaver joins Behind Enemy Lines to give us some insight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich the projected flip of top 10 corner Shamar Earls from Georgia to Michigan on the heels of his recent visit to Ann Arbor. The conversation then shifts to several other committed defensive backs slated to visit and considering flips including Colorado pledge Alex Graham, Pittsburgh pledge Elijah Dotson, and Clemson pledge Grayson Littleton, all of whom are in the Top247. The conversation then shifts to the biggest recruiting story in the country -- Michigan's pursuit of the nation's top player, LSU quarterback commit Bryce Underwood's. Sam and Steve clear up erroneous information about Michigan's NIL offer, and shed light on the Wolverines approach to this intense recruitment. The Recruiting Insider is presented by Wolverine Boots & Apparel. As America’s Original Work Boot Brand, Wolverine is a champion of blue-collar work ethic whenever and wherever it shows up, whether that’s on a job site or a football field. That’s why Wolverine has proudly partnered with the The Recruiting Insider in presenting the Recruit of the Week, as Wolverine student-athletes embody this blue-collar grit and resilience through and through. Shop Wolverine Botts' Michigan collection here: https://www.wolverine.com/US/en/maize-and-blue-collar/ Want more coverage of Michigan Football and Basketball? Subscribe to The Michigan Insider on YouTube and enable alerts to get instant updates on all the video content we bring our subscribers on a regular basis. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMichiganInsider?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichiganInsider To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan figured out enough of a passing game, used Orji on +1 Runs, and beat Michigan State 24-17. Now #1 ranked Oregon comes to town. Sam Webb, Devin Gardner, And Daniel Horton discuss whether Michigan can pull off an upset? And is there an update on the nation's #1 recruit? Michigan is trying to flip Mr. Bryce Underwood, but is there receptiveness? Steady Droppin' Dimes has a new presenting sponsor, Underground Printing, and Ann Arbor original since 2001. Get your Michigan branded apparel, including your season t-shirt, and all of your custom t-shirts, sweatshirts, screen printing and embroidery from UGP! Get the Michigan season t-shirt here: https://shop.undergroundshirts.com/collections/michigan?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=wtka If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the 2024 national champions do, and ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation and support Michigan NIL by using the "Golden ticket" at www.goldenlimo.com/goldenticket, or call their team at 734-668-8282 and mention Golden Ticket to book your transportation reservations today! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team’s upcoming clash against No. 1 Oregon, and discuss what the Wolverines need to do to pull off the upset. They open with a look at the biggest keys of Michigan’s offense. They discuss the offensive line’s need to be more physical, the running back room trying to bounce back after a down week, and why Michigan’s passing game needs to go down swinging against the top-ranked Ducks. Along the way, they also discuss the next steps for Davis Warren, a tougher challenge in pass protection and other factors to watch. In the second half of the episode, they look at what Michigan’s defense must do to slow down the Ducks. They look at the strengths and challenges Oregon’s high-ranking passing game presents, where Michigan must grow in run defense and some players who must step up. They also look at Oregon’s playmakers, as well as some challenges Michigan brings that the Wolverines haven’t yet seen this season. They close with their final thoughts and score prediction for the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford break down Michigan's 24-17 victory over MSU. and preview Oregon. Vance and Sam highlighted the strong play of Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant, who looked like first-round picks, but emphasized the need for better tackling and execution on third down. Bedford also gave his keys to defending the Ducks, stressing the importance of winning on first down and adjusting to their quick-tempo offense. There's also exciting news. The Michigan defensive film study with Vance Bedford is now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do. Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning. Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices