Wolverine Confidential is the definitive podcast for University of Michigan sports news and analysis. Hosts Andrew Kahn, Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke cover the football, basketball and hockey teams as well as other sports.
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Jake Butt on Michigan football, Big Ten outlook
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Former Michigan tight end and current Big Ten network analyst Jake Butt joins the podcast to preview the Wolverines’ 2024 season. He shares his insights on the various position battles, and what to expect under first-year head coach Sherrone Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Jim Harbaugh's shadow looms over Michigan football, QB update, camp takeaways
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Seven months later, we're still talking about Jim Harbaugh. We discuss the former Michigan coach's NCAA penalties and his nixed return as honorary captain, plus update the ongoing QB battle, camp takeaways and food coming to Michigan Stadium this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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What will become of NCAA probe into Michigan football program?
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Reports have surfaced of a draft of the notice of allegations to be delivered to the Michigan football program, and the findings implicate head coach Sherrone Moore. With the season just a few weeks away and Michigan picked as a top-10 team, what does this news mean for the Wolverines? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Top storylines as Michigan football begins fall camp
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The Wolverines begin preseason camp July 31, and the team's quarterback competition takes center stage. Will Michigan blitz more under new coordinator Wink Martindale? Plus, takeaways from Big Ten media days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Michigan-Olympics preview + Big Ten football preseason poll
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Forty-two athletes with University of Michigan ties from 22 different countries are set to perform in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. We discuss some of the notable names and sports. Plus, a rundown of the Big Ten preseason football poll, where Michigan sits and preview the league's three-day media event later this week. Learn more about your ad…
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Can Michigan’s running backs sustain production without Corum?
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With Michigan football’s opener just over a month away, it’s time to begin position outlooks for the 2024 season. The crew breaks down the Wolverines’ running back room and the potential impact of Blake Corum’s departure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Michigan football remains active on recruiting trail
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The Michigan football program remains active on the recruiting trail, adding a pair of notable commits this week. The Wolverines did miss out on some targets. We discuss it all, after first talking about various Wolverines' ratings in the new EA Sports college football video game. We also tackle Rod Moore's injury and basketball schedule updates. L…
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Michigan football has momentum on the recruiting trail
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After a slow start to high school recruiting, Sherrone Moore and his first-year Michigan staff have landed five commitments in the last 10 days ... and primed for more. We discuss the highlights, a QB for 2026 and where the Wolverines are headed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Has Sherrone Moore had a successful offseason with Michigan?
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Sherrone Moore has had an eventful offseason since taking over as Michigan head coach in January. The crew discusses his first five months on the job, his approach compared to Jim Harbaugh's, staff hirings, roster management and expectations for his first season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Sherrone Moore fired up to talk Michigan football
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After discussing the former Wolverines in the NBA and NHL finals, we recap Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore’s appearance at a camp in Detroit. The conversation then shifts to recruiting as Michigan enters an important period. We close with some basketball talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Michigan football's big haul in the transfer portal + spring sports recap
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Michigan football landed four secondary players over the weekend, turning a question mark on defense into another strength. We discuss each player, where they fit and who might start this fall. Plus, we recap NCAA tournament action for softball, women's tennis and women's lacrosse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Ohio State AD's comments on Michigan sign-stealing scandal
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Outgoing Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith recently said Michigan's wins over the Buckeyes and 2021 and 2022 should have an asterisk. Plus, three Michigan spring sports teams advance in NCAA Tournament, while softball will open regional play this week after winning the Big Ten Tournament title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon…
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Roster round-up: Michigan football and basketball recruits, transfers
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Michigan's football team has lost a handful of players to the transfer portal this spring but also has added some new players, including a new face. Dusty May has revamped basketball's roster. Plus, spring sports postseason updates and NFL draft recap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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NFL Draft 2024: How many Michigan players will be picked?
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The draft begins Thursday in Detroit, and Michigan has a chance to best Georgia's single-season record of 15 draftees. Will they do it? We discuss. Plus, plenty of talk on J.J. McCarthy, potential surprises and we recap Dusty May's flurry of portal activity with Michigan basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Michigan spring game, QB competition, recruiting
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Takeaways from Michigan's annual spring game. Breaking down the QB battle and offseason needs in the transfer portal. Plus, Michigan football snaps its recruiting drought under Sherrone Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Frozen Four recap, Spring Game preview, basketball roster updates
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Michigan hockey lost in the national semifinals for the third year in a row. We discuss what went wrong and what's next for the program. The football spring game is this Saturday and all eyes will be on the quarterbacks. Plus, the transfer portal opens on Tuesday. In basketball news, the men's team is looking to add players while the women's team h…
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Michigan hockey in the Frozen Four: Preview, prediction, X-factors
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Michigan hockey will play in its third straight Frozen Four, beginning Thursday night in St. Paul, Minn. We preview the Wolverines' matchup with Boston College, including potential X-factors, and look ahead to the finals. Plus, some clarity begins to form with Michigan football and the offensive line, and Dusty May continues to build out his coachi…
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Another Michigan team reaches national semifinals
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Michigan’s hockey team is heading to back to the Frozen Four after avenging four straight losses to Michigan State with a 5-2 win in a NCAA regional final. New basketball coach Dusty May has his eyes on the transfer portal, and the football team hires its next defensive line coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Why Dusty May is the right hire for Michigan basketball
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The Michigan men's basketball program has found its next coach: Dusty May, who spent the past six seasons at Florida Atlantic. Why is he the right fit for Michigan? The women's team lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, but the future of the program is bright. Meanwhile, the hockey team is set for the NCAA Tournament, but will need to sur…
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Who replaces Juwan Howard at Michigan? We have some ideas
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Juwan Howard is out at Michigan. What led to his departure, and who are some potential candidates to replace him? Plus, we discuss the women's hoops team's NCAA draw, the Greg Scruggs arrest, Michigan hockey and more football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Michigan hockey advances, men's hoops preview, Mike Hart departs
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Michigan hockey advances to Big Ten semifinal and is a near lock for the NCAA Tournament. Women's hoops appears safely in the tournament field, while the men open Big Ten Tournament play this week. Plus, Mike Hart's departure and other football news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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It's Big Ten Tournament time for Michigan basketball, hockey
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Michigan's hockey and basketball teams are gearing up for Big Ten Tournament action. With the NFL combine complete, how did the Wolverines fare? And what did the outgoing Wolverines say about next season's squad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Home stretch for Michigan hoops, hockey has life + NFL combine preview
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The Michigan basketball programs have only a couple of games left; we discuss where each stands as the regular season comes to a close. An update on hockey after a weekend sweep of Notre Dame. Plus, we preview the NFL Scouting Combine from Indy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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More Michigan football coaching turnover, NIL, transfer news
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There's been more movement on Sherrone Moore's coaching staff. Plus, a new NIL initiative at Michigan, a notable transfer portal departure, NFL combine and Michigan-MSU hoops & hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Michigan football has a new defensive coordinator in Don "Wink" Martindale. Was it a good hire? We discuss that and the rest of Sherrone Moore's staff, which remains a work in progress. The conversation pivots to athletic director Warde Manuel's hires, including hockey coach Brandon Naurato and men's basketball coach Juwan Howard. Learn more about …
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Sherrone Moore works to build his Michigan staff + DC search update
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New coach Sherrone Moore made several promotions, and has reportedly narrowed his search for a defensive coordinator to two external candidates. We also discuss the spiraling Michigan basketball program, plus updates on women's hoops and hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Sherrone Moore and a new era for Michigan Football
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The Sherrone Moore era at Michigan has officially begun, but he has several holes to fill on his staff. Jim Harbaugh is expected to take Ben Herbert, Jesse Minter and Jay Harbaugh to Los Angeles, and there could be other Wolverines staffers who follow him. Plus, challenges Moore faces taking over the program and hoops and hockey updates. Learn more…
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What's next for Michigan football after Jim Harbaugh leaves for Chargers?
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Jim Harbaugh has left Michigan for the NFL, taking the head coaching job with the Los Angeles Chargers. We discuss whether there was anything athletic director Warde Manuel and the school could have done to keep Harbaugh, as well as what comes next for the program. It would appear that Sherrone Moore is the logical candidate to replace Harbaugh. Le…
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We're back to update where things stand with Jim Harbaugh and the NFL. He has second interviews scheduled with two teams this week. We also discuss the impact it's had on Michigan football and recruiting. Plus, updates on Michigan hockey and the men's and women's basketball programs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Michigan's title celebration, roster outlook after NFL decisions
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Michigan's national championship celebration continued in Ann Arbor with a parade and a sold-out rally at Crisler Center. Next year's roster will look much different though as more than a dozen players have declared for the NFL, including J.J. McCarthy and the entire starting offensive line. What are their biggest questions marks heading into 2024,…
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Michigan dominated Washington 34-13 to win the college football national championship, Michigan's first since 1997. The Wolverines did it with defense, a strong run game, and big plays on both sides of the ball. They finished the season a perfect 15-0. We discuss how they did and some of our favorite moments from the season, plus peek ahead to what…
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Michigan vs. Washington - national championship preview + predictions
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This is it. Michigan will play for all the marbles Monday night in Houston. We discuss the matchup against Washington, keys to victory and offer up our predictions for the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Rose Bowl heroics take Michigan to national championship
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Michigan finally overcame its playoff hurdle by beating Alabama in the Rose Bowl in an overtime thriller. The defense shined and the offense delivered in crunch time to send Michigan to the national championship vs. Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Michigan vs. Alabama Rose Bowl predictions
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Michigan and Alabama are close to kicking off a College Football Playoff semifinal at the Rose Bowl, and the Wolverine Confidential crew is in Southern California to discuss everything you need to know about the matchup. We start with some of the more interesting/entertaining/noteworthy items out of media day before getting into Xs and Os. Can Mich…
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Live from the Rose Bowl: Michigan joins in on iPad-gate
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It's not just Alabama. Michigan has apparently stopped watching practice film on its tablets, too. We recap the latest in the great tablet mystery, plus give our takeaways from practice, the Beef Bowl and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Harbaugh-NFL rumors, Alabama taking precautions against sign stealing
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Michigan's Jim Harbaugh spoke to media at Disneyland and sidestepped questions about his future, saying he had a “one-track mind” ahead of the Rose Bowl. Plus, Alabama is changing the way it watches film in light of sign-stealing allegation against Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Michigan early signing period wrap up, Alabama hires George Helow
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We recap Michigan's haul during the early signing period, including a breakdown of some of its top recruits. Plus Nick Saban's coup in hiring former Michigan assistant George Helow. Will it make a difference for the Rose Bowl? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Juwan Howard's return, Michigan signing day preview
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Juwan Howard resumed head coach duties for Michigan's game against Eastern Michigan, and the Wolverines rolled to an 83-66 win. Plus, signing day is Wednesday, and the crew discusses what to expect from Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
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Michigan-Alabama: Previewing Rose Bowl matchup with AL.com's Nick Alvarez
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Still a few weeks out from the Rose Bowl, we're joined by AL.com Alabama beat writer Nick Alvarez to discuss how the Crimson Tide got here, Jalen Milroe, a loaded defense and more ahead of the Jan. 1 College Football Playoff semifinal matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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We debate Michigan's MVP for 2023: J.J. McCarthy? Blake Corum? Roman Wilson? Mike Sainristil? On a team this balanced and productive, it's not an easy call. We also talk transfer portal: Who's already left, who might leave, and how Michigan can use the portal to its advantage. Lastly, we talk hoops: The Michigan men got a win on Sunday, but Juwan H…
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Michigan wins another Big Ten title, reaction to Rose Bowl matchup vs. Alabama
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The Wolverines are Big Ten champions for a third straight year, improving to 13-0 by smothering Iowa 26-0. They moved up to No. 1 in the playoff rankings, and their reward is facing No. 4 Alabama, which knocked off Georgia in the SEC title game, in the Rose Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Michigan-Iowa Big Ten title preview, CFP possibilities
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Michigan enters Saturday's Big Ten championship game as a massive favorite. We discuss the matchup and how Iowa got here with one of the worst offenses in the country. Plus we dive into the rest of the College Football Playoff field: Who might the Wolverines play in the semis, and where? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…
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Michigan makes it a three-peat over Ohio State
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The Wolverines made it three-in-a-row over the Buckeyes on Saturday, scoring a pair of key turnovers and getting strong play from Blake Corum. We discuss the game, why Michigan came out victorious and look ahead to a familiar opponent, Iowa, in the Big Ten title game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Have the stakes ever been higher for Michigan-Ohio State game?
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Michigan and Ohio State are both undefeated heading into Saturday's top-3 showdown in Ann Arbor. Jim Harbaugh won't be on the sidelines for the Wolverines, but a trip to the Big Ten championships and a likely playoff spot are on the line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Michigan survives scare at Maryland, Jim Harbaugh, Chris Partridge firing
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Michigan got past Maryland but it wasn't easy. Jim Harbaugh will remain sidelined against Ohio State. And Chris Partridge is the latest casualty in the ongoing sign-stealing investigation. We discuss the latest victory for the football team and look ahead to rivalry week against Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…
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Michigan prepares for Maryland, with or without Jim Harbaugh
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Michigan football is set to visit Maryland on Saturday. Will Jim Harbaugh be allowed on the sideline? A judge will decide. Harbaugh appeared to be in a great mood on Monday, delivering an entertaining press conference. What do we make of the "Michigan vs. Everybody" mantra? We discuss that before previewing Harbaugh's court appearance and, of cours…
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Jim Harbaugh’s suspension and Michigan’s response vs. Penn State
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Michigan's football team was in the air flying to State College when it found out the Big Ten was suspending Jim Harbaugh for the remainder of the regular season. Without their head coach, the Wolverines delivered an emphatic response by beating Penn State 24-15 on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Nittany Lions beat writer Johnny McGonigal previews Michigan-Penn State
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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. V…
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Michigan pummels Purdue, but a few concerns on and off the field with Penn State next
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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 prev…
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The latest on Connor Stalions, Michigan's alleged sign-stealing saga
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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 a…
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