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September 27, 2018 Podcast 09-27-18 (Michigan dominating, five-star outlook, Northwestern preview)
With fewer questions from readers this week, Lorenz and Shaw recap what is going well for the No. 14 Michigan football team on offense, defense, special teams and more after the Wolverines dismantled Nebraska, 56-10 for their third consecutive blowout win.
Discussions are centered around Michigan’s dynamic and unique offense, its conversion improvements on third downs and in the red zone, what the offense could look like moving forward, why the defense looks dominant yet again and who has stepped up, and some talk about special teams, how Michigan’s current team compares to 2016 and 2017 and more.
Then, the two dissect Michigan’s standing with four remaining five-star recruits (Zach Harrison, George Karlaftis, Quavaris Crouch and Kyle Ford) that it has a shot at landing, eventually ranking which ones are the most and least likely to commit to the Wolverines.
Finally, Lorenz and Shaw preview Michigan’s matchup at Northwestern, playing over-under, discussing what the Wildcats bring to the table and offering their thoughts on the game and final prediction for the game.
1 hr 5 min
September 20, 2018 Podcast 09-20-2018 (Daxton Hill, non-conference review, Nebraska)
For the first time in a while, the show begins with a recruiting discussion, as Lorenz and Shaw break down Michigan’s pickup of five-star 2019 safety Daxton Hill and where it ranks among the Wolverines’ recent recruiting wins.
The two also discuss Hill as a prospect, what to read into safety recruiting rankings, some history with Michigan’s five-star recruits and what the Wolverines did on the recruiting trail to beat Alabama, Oklahoma and Oklahoma State for his services. They also briefly touch on the impact (or lack thereof) of Hill’s pledge on other top-flight recruits that Michigan is pursuing.
After that, the two discuss their biggest takeaways from non-conference play for the Wolverines at several positions, opining on improved special teams, Shea Patterson and the passing game’s hot start, offensive line and run-game woes and what to make of Michigan’s defense.
Then, they close the show discussing the Wolverines’ matchup against Nebraska Saturday, differing on how “back” the Cornhuskers are, what Adrian Martinez’s injury status is, how to evaluate Nebraska’s defense, playing over-under on a number of topics and ultimately making their final predictions for the game.
1 hr 5 min
September 13, 2018 Podcast 09-13-18 (Western Michigan, SMU, offensive line and position battles)
This week’s show opens, per Lorenz’s request, with discussion over the Detroit Lions’ meltdown against the New York Jets, and if there has ever been a situation in college football or Michigan history where a coach was so obviously in over their head in week one.
Following that, the two discuss the Wolverines’ newfound passing attack, which includes Shea Patterson’s early returns and apparent improvements from Michigan’s wide receivers. The discussion also turns into talk about what Patterson does well already, and what his next steps could look like. The two also break down other lasting impressions from the Wolverines’ 49-3 win over
Then the two look at emerging and present position battles that could factor into Saturday’s game, exploring Carlo Kemp’s ascension, how Brad Hawkins and Brandon Watson fit in and other second-string players to keep an eye on.
Afterward, the two discuss Michigan’s offensive line for the umpteenth time, breaking down what to make of Michigan’s apparent push to make where Jalen Mayfield and James Hudson stand more public. In doing so, they also discuss both players’ trajectories, and when might be the best time to make a switch if Michigan indeed likes their prospects better than its current starters.
Before closing the show, Lorenz and Shaw also field additional questions surrounding Michigan football. Then, they play over-under with regards to Michigan’s matchup against SMU, providing their thoughts into what the matchup will be like and what the Wolverines can do to make it a successful weekend beyond the box score.
1 hr 12 min
September 06, 2018 Podcast 09-06-18 (Notre Dame, offensive line and Western Michigan)
This week, Lorenz and Shaw break down the Michigan football team’s loss at Notre Dame and what went wrong for the Wolverines. Topping the list, unsurprisingly, were Michigan’s issues on the offensive line, what it means moving forward and how the Wolverines should handle the starting tackle positions. Also on the list were Michigan’s issues converting on offense and a lack of an identity, what panic level Wolverine fans should hold and other things that went wrong on Saturday.
The conversation then shifts to where and how Michigan can improve in a favorable next few weeks of the schedule, how the season outlook compares this week to before the season began and some discussion over how warranted and reactionary Michigan fans are compared to other schools.
The podcast closes with some other questions, including discussions about Shea Patterson, Brad Hawkins, Michigan’s defensive tendency to over pursue against mobile quarterbacks and what, outside of a win, could constitute as a success for Michigan this weekend against Western Michigan.
1 hr 5 min
August 30, 2018 Podcast 08-30-18 (Notre Dame preview, football news and notes, recruiting)
This week, Lorenz and Shaw don’t field questions from listeners, and instead open the show discussing the Michigan football’s team’s slew of apparent injuries, the impact of Tarik Black’s absence from games and the state of Michigan’s receiving corps. Then, the duo discuss how much credence they’re giving the heavy fall camp chatter that Michigan’s offensive line is improved, and try to gauge just how much improvement from the line can be expected this season as well as this week.
After that, the discussion turns to recruiting, as they break down the slew of Michigan targets that the Fighting Irish are also recruiting who will be on hand in South Bend this weekend. They also opine on whether or not that increases the importance of winning the game to impress recruits.
Following that, the two go in-depth on what Notre Dame brings to Saturday’s matchup, and the things Michigan needs to be aware of in order to come out on top. After offering top players and game keys to watch, the two play their regular round of over/under for the game ahead, offer their score prediction and whether or not the Wolverines come out on top.
1 hr 9 min
August 24, 2018 Podcast 08-24-18 (Urban Meyer, Michigan football questions and season prediction special)
This week’s podcast, nearly doubling the length of a normal podcast for our annual prediction special, opens with Lorenz and Shaw discussing Ohio State coach Urban Meyer’s three-game suspension and the findings the Buckeyes published following their investigation. The two also lament on Ohio State’s pitfalls in handling the situation with the public, as well as what it means for Meyer and the Buckeyes in a recruiting sense moving forward.
After that, the two handle a couple Michigan football questions, including talk about special packages for Joe Milton, the intensity of the Wolverines’ schedule and more.
Then, it’s prediction time. Lorenz and Shaw go back and forth, debating who they think will lead the Wolverines in interceptions, tackles, tackles for loss, sacks, rushing, receiving and more. They also take a stab at what Shea Patterson will look like statistically this season, as well as their picks for offensive and defensive MVP, freshmen of the year, most improved players, top assistant coach and more.
Finally, the two wrap things up with their predictions for Michigan’s season record, the Big Ten landscape, how other conference title games will play out, who makes the College Football Playoff and who wins the Heisman Trophy, with plenty of dissension along the way.
1 hr 52 min
August 13, 2018 Podcast 08-13-18 (Shoes, submarines, recruiting stars and more)
This week, Lorenz and Shaw open by discussing the potential Jordan shoe resale scandal that has already caused North Carolina to suspend 13 players and is being investigated internally by Michigan. The duo discuss what they know and have heard about Michigan’s end of the situation, and offer their opinions on what various scenarios would and should mean for the Wolverines moving forward.
Next, with low-rated defensive lineman Tyrece Woods’ recent commitment, the duo re-open the common debate over recruiting stars, and how much Michigan fans should weigh a recruit’s low star rating compared to other factors when a player commits to the Wolverines. In the discussion, Jim Harbaugh’s recruiting hits, misses and class trends at Michigan are reviewed, with surprising results.
Then, the two handle a variety of questions surrounding Michigan’s fall camp, including their latest thoughts on Michigan’s defensive flexibility, a couple of position battles, Michigan Stadium seating hierarchy and Harbaugh’s oft-discussed closed-door, “submarine” approach to fall camp.
1 hr 4 min
August 02, 2018 Podcast 08-02-18 (Urban Meyer, preseason polls, Fall camp storylines)
This week, Lorenz and Shaw open with a lengthy discussion of recent allegations that Urban Meyer knew about former assistant coach Zach Smith’s repeated domestic abuses and still kept him employed on the team, an incident that has prompted Ohio State to put Meyer on paid administrative leave. The two discuss their personal reactions, what they would do if they were Meyer or Ohio State, what this could mean for Michigan offensive line coach and former Buckeye assistant Ed Warinner and address why it’s much to soon to talk about the Michigan recruiting impact of the situation.
Following that, they shift their focus toward the opening of fall camp, beginning with a discussion of Michigan being ranked 14th in the preseason coaches poll behind seemingly similar teams in Penn State, Notre Dame and Michigan State. Then, the duo question why Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh continues to pitch the idea that the starting quarterback battle is still open, what happened with now-departed running back Kareem Walker, discuss the lack of position battles the Wolverines have entering fall camp, which ones might still be worth watching and other key storylines fans should keep an eye on in the first week of practices such as turnovers, offseason progress and locker room mentality.
1 hr 17 min
July 27, 2018 Podcast 07-27-18 (Big Ten Media Days, CFP chances and freshman contributors)
Putting recruiting on hold until after Michigan's annual Barbecue at the Big House event, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz instead tackle some key team questions. They begin discussing their thoughts on Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, from dumb contrived narratives to genuine insight that Jim Harbaugh and the Wolverines gave about their offseason and prospects this season.
Then, the duo tackle a slew of questions pertaining to Michigan's strong 2018 schedule, and whether the bevy of big games will be enough to allow the Wolverines to contend for the Big Ten title and College Football Playoff even with two losses on their resume. They also discuss what a "successful" 2018 season would look like for Michigan, and what a realistic expectations over the next two to three seasons is.
After that, the two discuss Michigan's 2018 recruiting class, which players the current team is most excited to have play this fall and which of the true freshmen are our picks to play meaningful snaps in the 2018 season.
1 hr 10 min
July 19, 2018 Podcast 07-19-18 (BBQ at the Big House, more recruiting, and some 2018 Michigan talk)
This week, in a particularly slow week in Michigan sports, the crew opens with a discussion on the Wolverines’ annual Barbecue at the Big House recruiting event and how the event may differ from past renditions, the latest with five-star targets Daxton Hill and George Karlaftis and whether Michigan could ultimately land commitments from either of them or other five-star targets.
Then, we shift to discussions about the current team, as we answer questions from listeners about potential early departures to the NFL after this season, the possibility of injured offensive tackle Grant Newsome playing competitively ever again, which Michigan assistant might be the next scapegoat in the eyes of fans as well as potential causes behind the Wolverines’ staggering 12-year drought in road games against ranked teams.
1 hr 16 min

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