Michigan dominated then-No. 8 Notre Dame 45-14. The MLive crew analyzes why Michigan was so good on both sides of the ball. With Maryland next and Michigan State and Ohio State looming, can the victory spark the Wolverines to a strong finish? Plus, basketball season is here, and Wolverine Confidential examines what to expect in Juwan Howard's first season.

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The MLive crew discusses what went wrong -- and right -- in Michigan's heartbreaking loss at Penn State. Wide receiver Ronnie Bell was a main postgame topic, after it was revealed that a fan had sent him a mean-spirited email. The crew previews Notre Dame, which visits Michigan Stadium on Saturday night, and talks about Juwan Howard's major recruiting victory.

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(Note: This podcast published on Oct. 15, 2019. Due to a technical issue, it may not have disseminated initially to all its typical listening channels. A new episode, published, Oct. 22, is now available as well.)

The second half of Michigan’s season starts Saturday with a trip to No. 7 Penn State.

The way the MLive crew sees it, the result will likely define Michigan’s season. If the Wolverines win, they will find themselves right in the thick of the Big Ten (and playoff) race. A second conference loss, however, would be difficult to overcome. The crew also discusses some Michigan basketball and hockey news towards the end.

The Michigan football team is coming off a win at Illinois, but must visit No. 7 Penn State next in what is a critical game for the Wolverines.

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Michigan beat Iowa 10-3.

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Michigan hosts No. 14 Iowa next.

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The MLive crew is back to discuss the Wolverines' 35-14 loss at Wisconsin, the continued issues on offense, and whether a win over Rutgers on Saturday really matters.

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The Wolverines head to Madison for a top-15 matchup. Will Michigan clean up enough of its early-season mistakes to earn an impressive road win?

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The MLive crew discusses what is hindering the Michigan offense after two games. Also, what does game day look like for a sports writer?

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The MLive crew is back with the highs and lows of Michigan's season-opening win over Middle Tennessee State, and a look ahead to Army.

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