The Michigan Insider

Former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's offensive showing in its 27-17 loss to Washington.

Al and Sam discussed Alex Orji's 16 snaps and the ongoing his ongoing struggles with passing game, this time evidenced by two tipped balls. The conversation then shifted to the switch to Jack Tuttle and the three straight scoring drives he led, highlighting his composure and running ability. Borges emphasized the need for better pass protection and more downfield throws so the offense can achieve more explosive plays. The conversation also touched on the aim to balance the run and pass game, with Tuttle providing a more familiar play-calling approach, the impact of receiver production, and the potential positive effect on recruiting.

There's also exciting news. The Michigan football film study with Al Borges in now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app, Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do.

Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning.

Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb

And there's even more great news. Al is going to be doing Ohio State offensive film studies during both Michigan's bye weeks, but we need your help to fund those Buckeye Breakdowns! Do that here - https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=B3C9TZAD48Y8N

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down what went wrong in Michigan's 27-17 win over Washington, as well as what the Wolverines need to fix during the bye week before the second half of the season.

They open with a look at what went wrong for the Wolverines in Seattle. They discuss Michigan’s nightmare start, a three-drive resurgence mid-game with Jack Tuttle taking over at quarterback, and a brutal fourth quarter in which the Wolverines were outscored 13-0. They dig into Michigan’s offensive woes, defensive slippage, coaching shortcomings and more.

In the second half of the episode, they zoom out, and look at what Michigan can and can’t fix in the bye week ahead of a tough finish to the season. They discuss Michigan’s identity, coaching tweaks, senior leadership, modifications to the starting lineup and plenty more.

Sam Webb, Devin Gardner and Daniel Horton preview Michigan's upcoming game at Washington, Saturday, talk NIL matters like Dave Portnoy's remarks about putting up funds to secure quarterbacks for Michigan, and follow up Jared Goff's Monday Night Football performance with ranking the NFL's top quarterbacks.

Sam, Devin and Daniel preview Michigan's upcoming matchup with Washington with Devin offering unique perspective after doing color commentary on the Huskies road loss to Rutgers on Fox last week. From there the conversation shifts to Barstool.com founder Dave Portnoy's offer to spend up to $3 million per year to get Michigan a quarterback, and whether such an offer could be used to help entice Bryce Underwood. The crew then ranks the top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL after four weeks.

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Michigan football hits the road to face Washington in a rematch of the 2024 CFP National Championship Game! Following the departures of Jim Harbaugh and Kalen DeBoer, both programs look significantly different than that Jan. 8 night in Houston.

Huskies beat writer Chris Fetters joins "Behind Enemy Lines" to preview Washington, breaking down where they've impressed and struggled this fall. Washington ranks in the top-20 nationally in yards per play and yards allowed per play, but self-inflicted errors have resulted in a 3-2 record. Can they turn their season around and get revenge against the Wolverines?

Former Michigan defensive backs coach and Oklahoma State, Louisville, Texas defensive coordinator Vance Bedford breaks down Michigan's 27-24 victory over Minnesota.

There's also exciting news. The Michigan defensive film study with Vance Bedford is now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do.

Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning.

Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb

And there's even more great news. Vance is going to be doing Ohio State defensive film studies during both Michigan's bye weeks, but we need your help to fund those Buckeye Breakdowns! Do that here - https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=DCCMJWGG2Z8WQ

Former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges and TMI's Sam Webb assess Michigan's offensive showing in its 27-24 victory over Minnesota.

There's also exciting news. The Michigan football film study with Al Borges in now available exclusively on Tom Brady's free app, Autograph. It's available on Android and iOS, and it aggregates what you already do as a fan -- reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and watching film studies - all in one place. And it earns you rewards for every act of fandom that you do.

Film studies go live on Autograph Wednesday morning.

Download the Autograph app now here: https://link.ag.fan/samwebb

And there's even more great news. Al is going to be doing Ohio State offensive film studies during both Michigan's bye weeks, but we need your help to fund those Buckeye Breakdowns! Do that here - https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=B3C9TZAD48Y8N

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team's road test — its first of the year — at Washington, and what it will take for the Wolverines to enter the bye week with a 5-1 record.

They open with a look at what Michigan needs to do offensively to improve from recent weeks. They discuss the Wolverines needing to diversify their run game, block like their season depends on it and execute better in the passing game. Along the way, they look at players and position groups that need to step up against the Huskies' defense.

In the second half of the episode, they discuss what the Wolverines' defense needs to do to contain Washington's offense. They look at the strengths and weaknesses of the Huskies' pass game, players who have and can continue to step up for Michigan's pass defense, the value of tackling in this matchup and what jumps out about Washington's run game.

They close with their final thoughts on the game, and predictions for Saturday's final score.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz recap the Michigan football team's 27-24 win over Minnesota, looking at the good and bad from the Wolverines' win.

They open with a look at what Shaw believes to be Michigan’s biggest problem right now, and that’s a growing trend of sluggish second-half performances, including one that almost cost the Wolverines the game on Saturday. They discuss what has gone into those poor performances, as well as how fixable the problem is. They also look at another lackluster offensive performance, particularly from the offensive line and quarterback positions.

In the second half of the episode, they look at some highlight players and moments from Michigan’s defense, which allowed the Wolverines to build a 21-0 lead in the second quarter. They also discuss what is preventing the defense from maintaining that success for a full 60 minutes.

They close with a discussion about what’s next for the Wolverines, namely their first road test of the season at Washington.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team’s upcoming matchup against Minnesota, looking at keys to the game and what the Wolverines can improve upon in the game.

They open with a look at Michigan’s offense. They discuss the value of Kalel Mullings’ breakout game, the Wolverines’ ability to get downhill in the run game and what Michigan can continue to build off of on the ground. They then turn to the passing game, where the Wolverines had a quiet showing against USC, and will try to improve in every way moving forward.

In the second half of the episode, they look at the defensive side of the ball. They discuss some key players on the rise, the keys to beating Minnesota’s offense and other traits the Wolverines will try to continue to show moving forward.

Along the way, the two handle some prop bets for the matchup, and close with their final thoughts and predictions for the game.

Michigan football welcomes Minnesota to the Big House this Saturday in the battle for the Little Brown Jug. The Gophers are 2-2 with home losses to North Carolina and Iowa, with the Wolverines and USC looming. Gopher Illustrated's Ryan Burns joins the show to discuss what has gone wrong for PJ Fleck's team, weaknesses that Michigan can exploit, and what has to go right for Minnesota to pull off a road upset.

We close with a Michigan State check-in after the Spartans lost a winnable game to Boston College. Aidan Chiles is must-see TV, for better or worse, as MSU enters the toughest part of their schedule.