Best Aaron Kahn Podcasts (2025)

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Michigan vs. New Mexico preview, season predictions 30:43

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16h ago30:43

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It's all Michigan football on this episode. We discuss the expectations for Bryce Underwood in his freshman season, preview the opener against New Mexico, and give our predictions for Michigan's record in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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Analyzing Michigan's sign-stealing sanctions and what they mean 36:56

10d ago36:56

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In a 74-page report released Friday by the NCAA Committee on infractions, it found overwhelming evidence of an impermissible scouting scheme inside Michigan's football program. Penalties have been levied against the school and individuals currently and formerly with the program. We break it down and discuss what it means moving forward. Plus, a top…

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Michigan's starting QB situation is starting to clear up 34:06

17d ago34:06

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Conversations with Michigan players are starting to paint a picture of who will be taking the first snaps under center. Updates on the offensive and defensive lines. News on a recent departure (and addition). Plus, some major QB recruiting news for the class of 2027. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Where Michigan's QB competition stands as fall camp begins 37:31

23d ago37:31

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We discuss what we've learned about Michigan football's fall camp so far and dive into the quarterback competition between Bryce Underwood and Mikey Keene. Plus, Michigan snagged another 2027 commit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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Receiver commit talks Michigan recruiting momentum, Chip Lindsey's offense 29:34

28d ago29:34

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Michigan WR commit Jaylen Pile talks his breakout junior season, the Wolverines' wave of verbal pledges, his relationship with Sherrone Moore's staff and the rest of the 2026 class, NIL and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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Big Ten Media Days recap, Bryce Underwood, overseas game 25:29

29d ago25:29

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Aaron is back from Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas, and we recap the event. Nuggets from Sherrone Moore and the players on Bryce Underwood, Ohio State, the NCAA case and more. Plus, we discuss the proposed Michigan football game overseas, a recent roster addition and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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How Michigan football stacks up against rest of Big Ten in preseason poll 38:56

1M ago38:56

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The Wolverines were picked to finish fifth in the Big Ten preseason poll. What would make a successful season for Michigan? Plus, evaluating the top contenders for the conference title this year and who could surprise. Michigan also picked up it's first commitment in the 2027 ties, and he already has strong ties to the program. Learn more about you…

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Michigan basketball's depth on display during first look at 2025-26 Wolverines 19:30

1M ago19:30

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Mitch Voit was drafted in the first round of the MLB draft by the New York Mets. What does this mean for Voit and the program, and what kind of player are the Mets getting? We discuss that as well as the recent open practice for the Michigan men's basketball team. It's early, but Michigan looks like a deep, talented team. Learn more about your ad c…

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Michigan football’s Fourth of July recruiting fireworks 24:45

2M ago24:45

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Last weekend may have been a holiday, but it didn’t stop things on the high school recruiting front. Michigan landed two more commitments, lost one, and lost a high-profile battle for a five-star wideout. What’s it all mean? And where do the Wolverines turn next? Plus, updates on Michigan men’s and women’s basketball. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Michigan football is on a recruiting hot streak 28:10

2M ago28:10

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Michigan has picked up several high-end commitments in recent days. We discuss the prospects and why Michigan's recruiting heater likely isn't over yet. We also recap the NBA draft, where one Wolverine was taken and another signed shortly after, and NHL draft, in which a bundle of future Wolverines were picked. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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Michigan football gaining momentum on recruiting trail 30:11

2M ago30:11

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Michigan football has added two more commits to its 2026 recruiting class, including a 4-star DL with over 30 offers. Where might Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf get selected in this week's NBA draft? Plus, the Wolverines are expected to be well-represented in the 2025 NHL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Michigan football adds QB Jake Garcia to roster: What’s it mean? 22:36

2M ago22:36

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The Wolverines dipped into the transfer portal again this offseason, adding veteran QB Jake Garcia to the roster for 2025. We discuss his winding road to this point, where he might fit in the depth chart, and what it means for the QB room. Plus, we discuss football and basketball recruiting, including the recent addition of 7-foot big man Malick Ko…

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How the House vs. NCAA settlement will affect Michigan athletics 31:10

3M ago31:10

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Massive changes are officially coming to how college athletes will get paid. How will they affect Michigan athletics? We discuss that, football recruiting, updates on the infractions hearing, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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What’s at stake during Michigan’s NCAA hearing over sign-stealing allegations? 26:00

3M ago26:00

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A hearing with Michigan and the Committee on Infractions is slated for this week as the ongoing battle between Michigan and the NCAA over an impermissible advanced scouting scheme is nearing a resolution. What could the punishment look like for the football program, head coach Sherrone Moore, Connor Stalions, Jim Harbaugh and others? Plus, discussi…

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Yaxel Lendeborg picks Michigan 16:54

3M ago16:54

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Michigan basketball got some big news earlier this week with UAB transfer Yaxel Lendeborg withdrawing from the NBA draft and solidifying his commitment to the Wolverines. We discuss what led up to the decision, what he brings to Michigan and why Lendeborg catapults Dusty May’s team into the national title conversation. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Michigan football recruiting heats up before official visit season 33:34

3M ago33:34

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Michigan football added a pair of tight end commitments recently. What names should you know ahead of official visit season? We discuss that, plus new contracts for the assistant coaches, one magazine's predictions for Michigan in 2025, Michigan baseball, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Michigan softball, women’s tennis seasons come to an end 34:14

3M ago34:14

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The spring is coming to a close, and with it the seasons for Michigan softball and women’s tennis. Find out how they fared in the NCAA tournament, plus an update on Michigan baseball and its Big Ten tourney outlook, football recruiting and conversation centered around college football noon kickoffs. Are Ohio State fans going overboard with their co…

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Postseason for Michigan spring sports, recruiting 23:30

4M ago23:30

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Michigan softball knocked off the top two seeds en route to winning its second straight Big Ten Tournament and securing a berth in the NCAAs. It heads to Austin, Texas for regional play, while women's tennis beat the Longhorns to reach the Elite Eight for a third straight year. Plus, Michigan football and hockey recruiting talk and an NBA combine p…

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21. Keep Your Spaceship Running While You Build More Spaceship 1:41:25

4M ago1:41:25

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For JIALIO’s first tri-national episode and first episode with more than one guest, Aaron and Ira are joined by former Chicagoans Tony Macaluso and his son Giulio from Chapel FM, the community radio station Tony runs in Leeds, UK. They discuss a road trip they took the previous summer exploring places meant to offer alternatives to mainstream socie…

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20. Apikorsim 1:27:49

4M ago1:27:49

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Ira and Aaron welcome Ira’s friend and collaborator Seth Zurer, longtime Chicagoan recently transplanted to Southern California. The starting point is a piece of family history that Seth recounted in the 2007 performance about utopias through which he and Ira first met. It is the little-known story of Clarion, a short-lived early-20th century Jewis…

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Julia Fliegner and Michigan tennis’ tournament run 17:49

4M ago17:49

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Julia Fliegner, the top player on the Michigan women's tennis team, joins Wolverine Confidential as a special guest. She talks about the third-ranked Wolverines, who will host Texas in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Saturday, and her on-court demeanor. Whether you're a tennis player yourself or just thinking about attending Saturday's match, you…

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Making sense of Sherrone Moore's unusual suspension 24:52

4M ago24:52

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Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore will reportedly be suspended for two games this season, but not the first two. Why? And which assistant might replace him during his absence? Plus, we talk about the Wolverines invited to the NBA draft combine, Michigan softball readying for Big Ten Tournament, and the women's tennis team advancing to the Swee…

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The Big C in Cancer Care: Culture - Live from SXSW 2025 42:03

4M ago42:03

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Discover how personalized treatments crafted with cultural sensitivity and cutting-edge science can enhance patient outcomes and how collaborations in tech and advocacy can pave the way for earlier, more effective cancer interventions.By Real Chemistry

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NFL draft recap + NCAA fallout continues for Michigan football 28:51

4M ago28:51

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The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books. We discuss Will Johnson’s fall, Mason Graham going No. 5, and Colston Loveland and Kenneth Grant’s spots. Jesse Minter and Steve Clinkscale were hit with show-cause penalties by the NCAA for recruiting violations. Plus, we update Michigan softball after being swept by UCLA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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How many Michigan Wolverines will be selected in 2025 NFL draft? 36:44

4M ago36:44

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The crew projects how many Wolverines will be drafted. Plus, Michigan has a chance to set a program record at the draft. Who will be a future star in the NFL, and are there concerns for any of the projected first-rounders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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Michigan football spring game recap 34:28

4M ago34:28

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Michigan's spring football game was not televised (not live at least; it will air this Saturday) but MLive's crew was there to document it. We share our thoughts on the quarterbacks, including Bryce Underwood, running backs, wide receivers, offensive and defensive lines, and the rest of the positions groups. Michigan's defense looked very good. The…

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Michigan football transfer portal news + spring game preview 32:10

4M ago32:10

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The transfer portal reopened for the spring on Wednesday, and several Michigan football players are planning to enter. We discuss the list, any surprises and what’s next for the Wolverines. The spring game is Saturday. We preview that with storylines to watch. Plus roster updates for men’s and women’s basketball, we catch up on the red-hot baseball…

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Michigan basketball roster news, spring football update 35:25

5M ago35:25

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Michigan's basketball team has been active in the transfer portal. Plus, takeaways from the Wolverines' spring football news conferences, more Bryce Underwood talk and putting a bow on the 2024-25 college basketball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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Gen AI in Healthcare: Preserving the Human Touch - Live from SXSW 2025 44:30

5M ago44:30

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Explore the delicate balance between technological efficiency and the personal touch crucial in health experiences. Panelists will discuss the innovative approaches they’re taking to synergize human empathy with AI to create hyper-personalized communications that respect individual preferences and cultural contexts.…

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What's next for Michigan basketball after surprisingly successful season? 26:44

5M ago26:44

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The Michigan men's basketball team lost in the Sweet 16 last weekend, but a season in which the Wolverines won 27 games, claimed the Big Ten Tournament title, and reached the NCAA Tournament's second weekend was undoubtedly a success. Now, the page immediately turns to next season. Who's staying? Who's transferring in? We discuss. Football spring p…

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Michigan hoops in the Sweet 16 … how much further can it go? 41:03

5M ago41:03

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The Wolverines beat UC San Diego and Texas A&M in the NCAA Tournament opening weekend, but can they continue their magical run? No. 1 Auburn awaits in the Sweet 16, with the potential for a rematch with in-state Michigan State on Sunday. We discuss why Michigan has been able to make the run, the women’s team’s loss to Notre Dame in the second round…

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Michigan basketball's NCAA Tournament matchups, paths to a deep run 31:05

5M ago31:05

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Michigan men’s and women’s basketball teams are both in the NCAA Tournament. Were the men snubbed by drawing a 5 seed after winning the Big Ten Tournament and having to face a UC San Diego team riding the nation’s longest win streak? What would be considered a successful run for the women, a No. 6 seed? Finally, a look at what the hockey team needs…

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Big Ten Tournament outlook for Michigan, Michigan State 22:01

6M ago22:01

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The Spartans and Wolverines head to Indianapolis with the same goal — winning the Big Ten Tournament — but in much different places. Michigan State, the regular-season champion, is rolling. Can the Spartans keep it going and earn another trophy in Indy? Michigan, meanwhile, has lost three in a row. The Wolverines are searching to rediscover their m…

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Can Michigan men make a Big Ten Tournament run? 27:16

6M ago27:16

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It's postseason time on Wolverine Confidential. The Michigan women's basketball team had an impressive performance in Indianapolis for the Big Ten Tournament. Can the men do the same? We discuss what needs to happen for the Wolverines to shake their late-season funk. The hockey team is in a predicament after getting swept to open their Big Ten Tour…

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The madness begins for Michigan basketball 32:47

6M ago32:47

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The men have two games left before the Big Ten tournament and plenty still to play for. We preview the game vs. Maryland and what’s at stake this week. Plus, a look at the start of the Big Ten’s women’s tournament, recap the NFL Scouting Combine, talk hockey and welcome Aaron back to the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

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Michigan basketball's stretch run, NFL combine 21:15

6M ago21:15

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Michigan's men’s basketball team is tied atop the Big Ten standings after an ugly win at Nebraska. Can it finish strong and win the conference title? Plus, a NFL combine preview for the nine Wolverines invitees, and Michigan football adds a familiar face to Sherrone Moore's staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Michigan, Michigan State set to clash for first place 24:21

6M ago24:21

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Michigan hosts Michigan State on Friday in a men’s basketball game that will determine first place in the Big Ten standings. Both teams are ranked in the top 15, a welcome change from recent years. Andrew Kahn and Matt Wenzel of MLive discuss the teams’ season to date and break down the matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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Michigan basketball on top of Big Ten after huge win 20:20

7M ago20:20

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The Michigan men's basketball team beat Purdue and by the end of the night took over first place in the Big Ten. We discuss how the Wolverines avenged last month's 27-point loss to Purdue. The women's team had an impressive week and will try to keep it going — and earn a milestone win for their coach — against Indiana. They hockey team is coming of…

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Michigan football's signing day splash; basketball and hockey updates 27:02

7M ago27:02

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The Wolverines landed an elite offensive tackle on Wednesday's signing day. Michigan's basketball teams are entering the heart of their Big Ten schedules, while hockey has a critical series against Michigan State. Plus, the feasibility of adding a D1 women's hockey team. Softball opens its 2025 season this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Good and bad for Michigan basketball teams; Michigan football shows interest in transfer linemen 21:15

7M ago21:15

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We discuss the latest Michigan men's and women's basketball games, which included exciting wins and blowout losses. They hockey team had a less-than-ideal weekend in Madison. Pivoting to football, we touch on Rod Moore's return, the latest with Michigan defensive coordinator Wink Martindale, and the Wolverines' interest in a pair of offensive linem…

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OSU’s natty, Michigan basketball’s nail-biters, Purdue preview 27:18

7M ago27:18

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Using the loss to Michigan as fuel, Ohio State completed its national championship run by beating Notre Dame. Plus, other Wolverines football news. The men's basketball team played a pair of overtime games before Friday's matchup vs. No. 11 Purdue. The women have won three straight, while hockey split with No. 1 MSU. Learn more about your ad choice…

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Michigan men's basketball is rolling; Michigan football still adding players 32:02

8M ago32:02

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The Michigan men's basketball team is 5-0 in the Big Ten. We discuss how have the Wolverines been so good in Dusty May's first year as coach. The women lost three straight but bounced back this weekend and will try to start a new win streak. Michigan hockey split with Notre Dame ahead of a showdown with No. 1 Michigan State. The football team conti…

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Michigan football ends 2024 on a happy note 35:38

8M ago35:38

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The Wolverines pulled off another upset to end their 2024 season, knocking off No. 11 Alabama behind a sterling defensive performance. The crew shares their takeaways from the 19-13 win and what it means heading into the offseason. Plus, a look at the current CFP picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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ReliaQuest Bowl preview: Vibe check, opt-outs, predictions 30:31

8M ago30:31

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The Wolverines are in Tampa to play No. 11 Alabama. We recap the two days of practice we saw, Michigan’s long list of opt-outs, give our predictions and talk some hoops and hockey, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke

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More transfers and opt-outs ahead of Michigan's bowl game 34:01

8M ago34:01

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The Michigan roster is under construction, with several Wolverines leaving via the transfer portal or opting out of the bowl game to prepare for the NFL draft. Michigan has already added some new players via the portal. We discuss all of it, preview the Michigan basketball games in the Jumpman Invitational, discuss the hockey team, and more. Learn …

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Michigan's new OC, 2025 schedule, transfer portal, hoops 34:38

9M ago34:38

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A look at Chip Lindsey's resume and his fit as Michigan's new offensive coordinator. The transfer portal is open, and the Wolverines have their sights on several targets. What to make of the 2025 football schedule, plus Michigan hoops plays a nail-biter vs. Arkansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Bowl thoughts, CFP chatter and transfer portal madness 36:14

9M ago36:14

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How Michigan wound up being paired with Alabama for this year’s ReliaQuest Bowl. Football transfer portal updates. Kirk Herbstreit’s son joins the team (huh?). Plus, updates on basketball and hockey and thoughts on the College Football Playoff field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Michigan football signing day recap 40:41

9M ago40:41

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With the early signing period underway, we discuss Michigan's 2025 recruiting class, headlined by star quarterback Bryce Underwood. We hit one some other key prospects and discuss what position groups Michigan might target in the transfer portal. Michigan is also in the market for a new offensive coordinator; who might Sherrone Moore hire? Michigan…

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Michigan has become a nightmare for Ohio State, Ryan Day 42:13

9M ago42:13

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Michigan has won four straight in the rivalry vs. Ohio State, but Saturday's was the most improbable. A look at how the Wolverines pulled off the 13-10 upset and what it means for both programs. Plus, thoughts on the postgame melee following the midfield flag plant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Michigan-Ohio State preview: Injuries, path to victory, in-depth look at Buckeyes 45:21

9M ago45:21

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It’s rivalry week! We recap what we heard in Schembechler Hall this week, handicap the injury situation and give our predictions. Plus, Stephen Means from Cleveland.com joins us to preview the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke