The Michigan Insider

On this week’s episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Tyrone Wheatley, and Daniel Horton are joined by former Auburn national championship-winning coach Gene Chizik and former Michigan/Auburn offensive coordinator Al Borges. They discuss what it will take for Michigan to win "The Game." Chizik and Borges both know Michigan offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey well and will offer insight into possible strategies. Another topic will be Chizik's thoughts on Bryce Underwood and how he compares to his former star signal caller, Cam Newton. The conversation then shifts to basketball. After two nationally televised thrashings of San Diego State and Auburn by Michigan's men's team, a nail-biting loss by the Michigan women's team to No. 1 Connecticut, and a record-setting win streak by the 15-2 Detroit Pistons, we ponder: Does the best basketball team in all three sports hail from the state of Michigan?

In this week's episode, Al Borges and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 45-20 victory over Maryland, highlighting Bryce Underwood's best performance of the year. And previewing Michigan's annual battle with arch-rival, Ohio State. Will the Wolverines notch their fifth consecutive victory in "The Game." Borges dissects Matt Patricia's defense and gives his thoughts on UM's likely attack plan.

In this week's episode, Vance Bedford and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 45-20 victory over Maryland, pointing out the defensive lapses in the secondary that must be tightened up ahead the season finale. Speaking of which, Vance and Sam preview Michigan's annual battle with arch-rival, Ohio State. Will the Wolverines notch their fifth consecutive victory in "The Game?" Vance dissects Ryan Day's offense and gives his thoughts on UM's likely attack plan.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz reunite to break down the Michigan men's basketball team's dominant performance in the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas.

They look at the sheer dominance of the Wolverines, as they knocked off San Diego State, No. 21 Auburn and No. 12 Gonzaga by a combined 110 points. They try to add context to Michigan's level of play, and assess the legitimacy to the Wolverines' claim as the nation's best team.

Along the way, they also look at how Michigan got to be as good as it has looked, players that have particularly impressed along the way, notable stats, strengths and potential weaknesses, and where the Wolverines go from here. 

The Game is here. Michigan will host Ohio State this weekend at the Big House with a chance to make it five straight over the Buckeyes — and a potential College Football Playoff berth and Big Ten Championship Game spot are on the line, too.

Behind Enemy Lines welcomes Patrick Murphy of 247Sports' Bucknuts to break down OSU. Is Julian Sayin as talented as the numbers suggest? What's the latest on Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate? And what has made Matt Patricia's first season as DC so successful?

We'll answer all that and more as Michigan prepares for the biggest game of the season.

Michigan headman Dusty May continues to tinker with his lineup early in the season. He changed his starting lineup in Wednesday night's victory, inserting Will Tschetter and bringing Aday Mara off the bench. In this week's episode, Tim McCormick and Sam Webb weigh in on what they think the Wolverines best starting five will be in the long run.

The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb sits down for a 1-on-1 conversation with Michigan AD Warde Manuel about Michigan's dissent on the Big 10's pursuit of a $2.4 billion deal with UC Investments, which manages the pension fund for the University of California (UC) system. He explained, emphasizing Michigan's unique position, his advocacy for advantageous terms, and the need for fair governance as part of the plan. Manuel assured fans that Michigan's interests are paramount and reiterated the university's commitment to long-term success and integrity. Manuel also addressed Michigan's decision to drop its appeal of the NCAA's sign-stealing penalty, criticizing the process and the $30 million penalty.

In this week’s episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Tyrone Wheatley, and Daniel Horton examine Michigan's opposition to the Big 10's proposed private equity deal. The group looking to partner with the conference has decided to press pause on the process based on Michigan's dissent, but should the deal be dead and buried. Plus a look at Bryce Underwood's progression and more.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga break down the Michigan football team's matchup at Maryland, what the Wolverines need to show against the Terrapins and what Michigan must do to prepare itself for next week's game against Ohio State.

They begin with a look at the offense. The discuss the Wolverines' balancing act at running back as injuries add up, but a prime opportunity for depth in the ground game to show itself against a struggling Maryland run defense. They also dissect what changes need to be made in the passing game, both for this weekend's game and next's. Along the way, they do prop bets for what the offense will accomplish in College Park.

In the second half of the episode, they look at Michigan's defense, and the keys to containing Maryland's young-but-talented offense. They discuss Malik Washington's rushing ability, the Terrapins' ability to work the ball around the field, struggles in the run game and areas Michigan wants to improve. They once again look at prop-bet picks, and make their final score predictions for the game.

Michigan football has one more hurdle to clear before Ohio State: A 4-6 Maryland team that hasn't won since September but has enough offensive weapons and forces enough takeaways that they cannot be overlooked.

Behind Enemy Lines chats with Harrison Rich, who covers Maryland for 247Sports' Inside Maryland Sports, to preview the Terps and what the Wolverines should expect in College Park this weekend.