(Receorded 5/8/26) On the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb and Daniel Horton look ahead to the next college basketball season now and discuss just how good Trey McKenney and Elliot Cadeau will be. They also recap the latest NBA playoff action and weigh in on whether Cade Cunningham is the NBA's MVP.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down what they learned, and what they still want to know about each position group on Michigan's offense following spring practices.

They open with a discussion about the Wolverines’ quarterback room. They discuss Tommy Carr’s big spring, what that means for Carr and Michigan and how much stock to put into a strong first impression. They also look at Bryce Underwood’s spring, what Michigan is doing to help him develop and what they learned about him this spring. They continue with a look at the running back room, including Savion Hiter’s strong spring showcase, and what the rest of the room may look like. 

In the second half of the episode, they look at the Wolverines’ wide receiver room, which is as revamped and improved as any on Michigan’s roster. They discuss Andrew Marsh, JJ Buchanan, Salesi Moa, Jaime Ffrench and the rest of the room so far. They continue with a look at the depth of the tight end room, and close with a look at a bigger, more experienced offensive line, and how things may shake out up front. 

In the latest edition of the Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam, Steve and Brice discuss the major verbal commitment of in-state Top100 offensive lineman Jakari Lipsey. Discussion includes the impact of Lipsey's commitment from a recruiting standpoint and what kind of skills he could eventually bring to the table.

Discussion then shifts to a trio of top targets. Michigan is making a run at Detroit Catholic Central four-star Gideon Gash. We talk about where that recruitment lies and the work Michigan has to do. They appear to be in better shape with two other top targets in four-star edge Jayce Brewer and four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell.

The episode concludes with some more in-depth discussion on Michigan's efforts at the edge position including in-state four-star Myles Smith.

On this edition of the Michigan Recruiting Insider, Brice and Steve start with discussion on Kalamazoo (MI) four-star offensive tackle Jakari Lipsey. Lipsey is a top target for Wolverines' offensive line coach Jim Harding.

Our second segment discusses Fort Mill (SC) three-star defensive end Alex Johnson, who has burst onto the scene in the last couple of weeks and become a top target for the staff. Can the Wolverines go into SEC country and pull one out?

The episode concludes with an extended discussion on notable visitors' for the staff's spring game/practice last Saturday. Among the prospects discussed are top receiver targets Dakota Guerrant and Quentin Burrell along with cornerback target Tavares Harrington.

The first Michigan Spring Game under Kyle Whittingham ended with a 7-6 win for the Maize team over the Blue team. Sam Webb and Josh Newkirk of The Michigan Insider provided a postgame analysis from the Big House. They began by reviewing Bryce Underwood’s performance; the sophomore quarterback completed 3 of 9 passes for 22 yards during the first-quarter thud period. Although his showing was mixed, Coach Whittingham noted it did not reflect Underwood’s progress throughout the spring. The discussion then shifted to freshman quarterback Tommy Carr, who impressed with his decision-making and improvisational skills, leading the team in rushing. Five-star freshman running back Savion Hiter also stood out for his power, footwork, and speed. Jordan Marshall demonstrated strong vision and burst, prompting a discussion of expectations for the 2026 running game. The defensive line performed well, with young players such as Benny Patterson, Lugard Edokpayi, Bobby Kanka, and Deyvid Palepale making notable contributions. While the defense is currently ahead of the offense, Whittingham explained that this is typical when implementing a new offensive system, as he experienced at Utah. The breakdown concluded by emphasizing the Wolverines’ strong buy-in and significant strength gains, which have contributed to the coaching staff’s confidence heading into the fall.

On this week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discussed the recent commitment of Salt Lake City (West) dual-threat quarterback Kamden Laopati. Lopati, a former Illinois commit, chose Michigan over Notre Dame and several other programs. The team analyzed his fit within Michigan's offensive strategy and noted the possibility of Michigan taking two quarterbacks in this class, with Las Vegas (Nev.) Arbor View’s Thaddeus Thatcher as a strong candidate. The discussion then shifted to receiver recruiting, highlighting Thatcher's Arbor View teammate, a 6-foot-4, 210-pound pass catcher, who has become a top option following a strong visit. The crew also previewed upcoming visits from several top targets, including Top 247 running back Ty Keys from Poplarville (Miss.), edge prospect Marcus Fakatou from Chatsworth (Calif.) Sierra Canyon, and cornerback Joshua Dobson from Cornelius (N.C.). Additionally, they provided an in-depth analysis of the visit implications for Buford (Ga.) linebacker Ethan Hauser, who is scheduled to visit Ann Arbor for the second time in two weeks.

Michigan secured its second basketball national championship with a 69-63 victory over Connecticut at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Sam Webb and Josh Newkirk of The Michigan Insider recapped the Wolverines' season-capping performance, highlighting Elliot Cadeau's leadership, Yaxel Lendeborg's resilience, Trey McKenny's decisive shot, and the cohesive team assembled by Dusty May, which once again demonstrated its ability to win in different ways.

In the latest episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick preview the national championship game between Michigan and Connecticut. Tim begins by highlighting Michigan’s dominant interior defense and improved three-point shooting in its win over Arizona. He praises Aday Mara for significantly raising his draft stock, potentially into the lottery, and credits Elliot Cadeau’s defense as a key factor in the victory. Tim also notes Trey McKenney’s shooting has put the freshman on NBA draft boards. The discussion then shifts to the upcoming matchup with UConn, focusing on Danny Hurley's tactical strengths, Tarris Reed’s development, and Alex Karaban’s versatility. They address Yaxel Lendeborg’s knee and ankle injuries, and discuss strategies to protect him defensively, as well as the possible impact of Solo Ball’s foot injury for UConn. Although both expect a tougher contest than against Arizona, they predict a close Michigan victory.

In the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb and Daniel Horton provide a preview of the national championship game between Michigan and Connecticut. The episode opens with a recap of UCONN’s Final Four win over Illinois, highlighting the Huskies’ defensive strength and the Illini’s struggles. The discussion then shifts to Michigan's decisive victory over Arizona, focusing on Michigan's defense, Aday Mara’s two-way impact, Elliot Cadeau’s leadership, and Trey McKenney’s scoring off the bench. The hosts also address Yaxel Lendeborg’s knee and ankle injuries, with Daniel outlining the expected treatment plan and its potential effect on his performance. Key matchups and each team’s strengths and weaknesses are analyzed. Daniel, who previously predicted Michigan’s double-digit win over Arizona, now forecasts a 7-10 point victory for the Wolverines.

Michigan defeated Arizona 91-73, led by Aday Mara's dominant performance, who posted 26 points and nine rebounds. After the game, The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb and Josh Newkirk dissected the beatdown, emphasizing Michigan's dominance both inside and outside the arc, without Yaxel Lendeborg for much of the game due to injury. Its shooting prowess proved a major separator, as the Wolverines hit 12 threes to Arizona's six. Furthermore, Elliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney served as the perimeter engines, with Cadeau recording 10 assists and McKenney scoring 16 points off the bench on 6/9 shooting and 4/6 from three. Despite Lendeborg's injury, Michigan is now favored to win the national championship against UConn. However, we detail why the Huskies, known for their strong defense and balanced scoring, are likely to be a more formidable foe than Arizona proved to be.