The Michigan Insider – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz recap the Michigan football team's 30-10 win over Fresno State in both team's season-opener. They open with a look at the Wolverines’ offense, which had statistically one of its worst performances in the last six years. They discuss an offensive line that has work to do, a group of pass-catchers that could be better utilized, two standouts in Kalel Mullings and Colston Loveland and what they saw from the quarterback room. In the second half of the episode, they look at the defensive side of the ball. They discuss Josaiah Stewart and Rayshaun Benny’s big games, two key interceptions and a defense that looked ready for big games ahead already. They also look at perhaps the star of the game in kicker Dominic Zvada. Throughout the episode, they also peek at Michigan’s upcoming game against Texas, and how Saturday influenced their outlook for the Wolverines in that contest. 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 Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature University of Michigan junior defensive lineman Kenneth Grant. During our conversation we touched on his from his rise from under the radar prospect, to one of the most feared defenders in the country high prospect to one of the most coveted linemen on the country, to the challenge of waiting longer than expected for his chance to start at Michigan. He recounts some of his most dominant moments from Michigan's national championship season then opens up about his decision to remain a Wolverine despite a surge of contact from other teams. Attention then turns to the work Grant has put in to take his game to another level, his relationship with Mason Graham, young linemen he feels are ready to break out, and more. Grant also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union. 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 strengths, question marks and expectations for the Michigan football team's wide receiver room. They open with a look at with the strengths of the room. They discuss the group’s after-catch ability and collective shiftiness, why that’s particularly helpful with this year’s team, as well as two players they think can be breakout stars in Semaj Morgan and Tyler Morris. They then turn to the biggest question marks of the room, including the room’s inexperience, lack of proven downfield playmaking ability, lack of size, as well as some players with high potential, but a lot to prove this fall.  They close by looking at some X-factor players for the room, and make bold predictions for the group in the 2024 season. 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 31-6 victory over Bowling Green. 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 Big Ten opener against Rutgers. They look at both sides of the ball, what the Wolverines can do to assure victory and make both prop bet predictions and their final score predictions for the game. They open with a look at Michigan’s offense, and how it can crack Rutgers’ defense after the Scarlet Knights fared well against the Wolverines the last two seasons. They look at the importance of scoring when points are available, JJ McCarthy bouncing back, spreading the ball around more and getting Donovan Edwards into a rhythm.  In the second half of the episode, they look at the biggest keys — with one standing out well above the rest — for Michigan’s defense. They discuss the value of making Rutgers one-dimensional, a secondary returning to full health and why this may be a good test for Michigan’s tackling. They close with their final thoughts and 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

The Michigan Insider's Alejandro Zúñiga previews the Wolverines' Big Ten opener against Rutgers with Bobby Deren of ScarletNation.com. It's a battle of two undefeated teams at the Big House. Does Rutgers have the offensive firepower to surprise Michigan this weekend? The show continues with our regular look into Michigan State and Ohio State ahead of important games for both programs — though for very different reasons. 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 turn a Bowling Green recap episode into a review of where Michigan stands after a 3-0 performance in non-conference play. Among the topics discussed: Has the run game shown enough in non-conference play? What might still be missing? What have been the biggest surprises for Michigan's offense so far — good and bad? Where does Michigan's defensive front rank among the best in Jim Harbaugh's tenure? What do the Wolverines need to do to be the best defense in the country? More! 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 Michigan's matchup against Bowling Green. They look at what the Wolverines can show in their final non-conference game to set themselves up well for Big Ten play. They begin by looking at the offensive side of things. They discuss Michigan's run game, which has lagged compared to preseason expectations. They also look at the backup position battles throughout the Wolverines' offense, and do their prop bets for the offense for the week. In the second half of the episode, they discuss what the defense can show to make it a successful weekend. They discuss the secondary, players they're watching closely to step up, and close with their defensive prop bets. They then predict how they expect the game to unfold, including 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

Former Michigan assistant Vance Bedford and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's defensive showing in its 35-7 victory over UNLV. 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 35-7 victory over UNLV. 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