The number of days since OSU last beat Michigan will now officially crest 2000! The Wolverines hold the Buckeyes vaunted $20m offense to 10 total points to make it 4 in a row in the rivalry, winning the biggest upset in our lifetimes. On this week's episode, we offer lots of praise to people who have come under heat this season (good job Wink!), celebrate the 4-0 senior class, and celebrate the act of flag planting. We also discuss what this game means for the Moore era at Michigan and debate wh...
Dec 02, 2024•54 min•Season 2024Ep. 9
Another week, another win for Michigan. Ok it came against a mediocre team in year 0 of a rebuild. And it wasn’t always pretty. And the 1st quarter was downright dreadful. But it was a win and a rivalry win, and we’re one more Northwestern win away from a bowl game. On this week's episode we dream up a path to the playoffs, discuss best strategies for surviving the Oregon game as a fan, and give thanks for a most enjoyable second half against MSU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Oct 31, 2024•34 min•Season 2024Ep. 8
It was not another week, it’s been more like 4 weeks. And it was not another win, it’s been 2 losses. But it's still be more than 1750 days since Ohio beat us. On this week's episode, we remind ourselves of good things in the world (think apple cider, donuts, leaf piles), begrudgingly talk about where Michigan goes from here, and pick a team to root for in 2024 now that Michigan is officially out of the CFP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 22, 2024•34 min•Season 2024Ep. 7
It wasn’t a big win, or against a very good football team, or particularly pretty, or you know fun, but it was a win - and we are technically the #10 in the country. On this week's episode, we treasure the time we get to watch Mullings and Graham, wonder if we should turn the offense into Army 2.0, and discuss what needs to happen for Michigan to go undefeated in October. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 02, 2024•40 min•Season 2024Ep. 6
The haters will hate on 32 passing yards or 9 second half yards until the final drive or a corner blitz without safety help that led to a walk-in touchdown. But haters can’t take away a win over a top-15 team - a win that somehow makes us 1-0 in the Big Ten, and a win that keeps everything on the table for the Wolverines. On this week's episode, we toast to Kalel Mullings (the pride of MA!), rejoice in the return of real football emotions, and wonder how far you can get in 2024 without throwing ...
Sep 23, 2024•49 min•Season 2024Ep. 5
Another week, another win for Michigan. It wasn’t the prettiest or one that necessarily leads you to believe there will be a whole lot more to come. But it was a win, and it was a return to form for the run game, and it was a dominant performance from the starting defense, and it was a lot more fun than last weekend. On this week's episode, we welcome the start of the Orji era, call for more Mullings carries, and pray for Loveland's shoulder. We also discuss what needs to go right for Michigan t...
Sep 17, 2024•37 min•Season 2024Ep. 4
Did you know that it's been 1746 days since Ohio State beat Michigan. That's almost 5 years! That was before COVID! That was a long time ago! On this week's episode, we reflect on a crisp, sunny Saturday in Ann Arbor, marvel at the Texans' hats, and I guess talk about football and where we can find hope to turn the season around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11, 2024•39 min•Season 2024Ep. 3
It wasn't always pretty or, you know, fun, but there were moments of glory (thank you Will Johnson) and signs of hope for a more fluid offense (hello Kalel Mullings). On this week's episode, we rejoice in the return of football, debate whether it's possible to rattle Matthew McConaughey, and discuss our evolving takes on the 12-team playoff. We also preview our trip together to Ann Arbor and talk about what it will take for Michigan to knock off Texas on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
Sep 06, 2024•46 min•Season 2024Ep. 2
It's been 9 months. Maybe you've forgotten the feeling. The up-in-the-night, pit-in-the-stomach waves of nerves that give way to pure bliss as Rod Moore cradles an errant Kyle McCord pass or Jalen Milroe runs straight into the best Michigan D-line of our lifetimes or Mikey Sainristil picks off Michael Penix to cue the confetti. Fear not - 16 Saturdays is back to shake off the cobwebs of lazy, drama-free Saturdays and return to the chaos and glory (or heartache) of another season. On this episode...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 2024Ep. 1
Another week, another win for Michigan - and in the words of Keith Jackson, whoa nelly this was not your average win. Michigan 27, Nick Saban-led Alabama 20 in overtime at the Rose Bowl, and now there’s only one more left to etch this team’s place in immortality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 04, 2024•52 min
Another week, another win for Michigan. Another year, another Big Ten Championship and another berth in the college football playoff. The Wolverines cruise past Iowa 26-0 to win their 3rd straight big ten title and now move on to face Alabama with a shot at the ultimate prize on the line. On this week's episode we:- Celebrate another Big Ten title- Bemoan the Iowa offense- Debate FSU vs. Bama- Preview the CFP- Take a quick peek at the portal and preview next year Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Dec 08, 2023•54 min
Another week, another win for Michigan. Another year, another loss for Ohio State. Corum scores two touchdowns, JJ plays like the JJ of old, Sherrone Moore out-coaches Ryan Day, and Rod Moore etches his name into Michigan lore as the Wolverines make it 3 in a row and move on to the Big Ten title game.On this week's episode, we relive one of the greatest weekends of our fandom lives, toast the legends who transformed this rivalry, and debate what the game means for both teams (Harbaugh, please si...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 11 min
It wasn’t necessarily pretty or relaxing or, you know, enjoyable, but it was a win, and after long last, we’ve arrived at the one-game season. On Saturday the maize and blue will take on the scarlet and grey in what might be the biggest game of our lifetime. On this week's episode we exhale after a nerve-wracking second half, pray for a healthy roster and an early-season-form JJ, and discuss the stakes of a game that feels much bigger than the biggest rivalry in sports. Hosted on Acast. See acas...
Nov 21, 2023•47 min
On the road. Versus a top-15 team. Without a head coach. Without, you know, throwing the football. Oh, and without a sign guy. Michigan wins an emotional battle against Penn State to improve to 10-0 and stay on collision course with the evil empire.On this week's episode, we break down the game, rip into the Big Ten, and discuss Michigan's acceptance of the 3-game suspension in real-time. We also welcome our newest edition to the 16 Saturdays family! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Here's what the story should have been: Corum moves to 2nd all-time in TDs. JJ looks rusty but still completes 65% of his passes for over 300 yards. And the defense looks like its usual self. Oh btw, Harbaugh signs an extension and is staying at Michigan for life.Instead, here we are. A sport where rules are broken constantly (see Jayden Daniels reentering the game Saturday night with a concussion) has decided to attack Harbaugh for a rule they almost dropped because it didn't provide a meaningf...
Nov 06, 2023•48 min
The defense scores enough to win on its own. JJ throws for four touchdowns and is now the Heisman favorite. And the fanbase takes over Spartan stadium midway through the first half as Michigan crushes Michigan State 49-0.On this week's episode, we celebrate a beatdown of little brother, discuss JJ's Heisman chances, and praise just about everyone on the team (especially the tight ends and d-line). We also reluctantly dive into #Stalionsgate, the legalese of arcane NCAA rules, and the probability...
Oct 25, 2023•49 min
This time it’s a cold and rainy day, a slow start, and a come from behind win… but the Wolverines still easily cover a 35-point spread, move to Tuttle time in the 3rd quarter, and maybe showcase a future star in Benjamin Hall (and Tyler Morris? Semaj Morgan?). On this week's episode, we relive a magical journey back to Ann Arbor (our first of the season), discuss ways to improve the stadium experience (TB12 flag football games?), and preview Michigan State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Oct 17, 2023•52 min
The defense outscores the opposition, JJ scores a couple of rushing TDs before starting his cheering time in the 3rd quarter, and Michigan emphatically ensures the Little Brown Jug will stay in Ann Arbor for another year. On this week's episode, we celebrate one of the most dominant performances of our lifetimes, look forward to a weekend in the Big House, and apply lessons from the team to our own lives (cold shower anyone?). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 13, 2023•39 min
After a quick stint on the COVID unable to perform list, we are back and better than ever. On this week's episode, we discuss corn eating technique, JJ's gratitude, and the roots of 'he's a jolly good fellow.' We also try to take what insights we can from an absolute beatdown, adjust our playoff projections, and debate the merits of relegation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 04, 2023•54 min
Corum looks like he's back. The defense was strong. JJ struggled. Michigan improved to 3-0, but beyond that there's not much to takeaway from another game against an overmatched opponent. On this week's episode, we take what we can from the game but mostly look forward to a great weekend in college football (7 ranked vs. ranked games!), describe our dream Saturdays, and get excited for the start of the Big Ten season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 19, 2023•39 min
JJ is nearly perfect. Corum scores three times. The defense dominates and only gives up a late TD when the backups are in. On this week's episode, we try to find takeaways from a game that was never in doubt and wonder at how long the run of these types of games will last. We also praise the defense (D-line looks legit!), love the coaching rotation, and aren't that worried about the run game. We also buy into the Texas hype, give props to Coach Prime, and discuss the impending end of the Mel Tuc...
Sep 11, 2023•42 min
JJ McCarthy throws for 3 touchdowns. Roman Wilson catches 3 touchdowns. The defense comes within a sad last second field goal of a shutout, and the Wolverines open the season with a pedestrian 30-3 victory over East Carolina. On this week's episode, we pitch ideas for how Harbaugh should watch the next two games, try not to read too much into the passing game's success (or the running game's lack thereof), and celebrate the return of football. We also discuss our belief in Colorado, decide wheth...
Sep 05, 2023•49 min
Best running back room in the country. 5-star QB in year three. Reigning back-to-back best OL reloads. Defense with stars at every level. Traditional powers (Bama, OSU, Clemson, Georgia) are all breaking in new QBs. Is this the year? On this week's episode, we celebrate the return of football, break down the most talented Michigan roster of our lifetimes, and debate what success for this team could look like. We also preview a wide open CFP race, make Heisman picks, and discuss conference realig...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 43 min
Beat Michigan State. Check. Beat Ohio State. Check. Win Big Ten Title. Check. As the calendar moves to December, the 2022 Wolverines have checked off 3 of the 4 goals they set out for themselves at the start of the year. On this week's episode, we bask in the afterglow of a magical regular season and start to peek ahead to New Year's Eve. We also toast the ascendance of Will Johnson and Colston Loveland, tip our caps to JJ and Donovan, and discuss the departures of Cade and Erick All. Hosted on ...
Dec 08, 2022•49 min
Oh, what a game. We're Big Ten East champs. We're a Purdue game away from a second straight Big Ten title. We've almost certainly clinched a spot in the playoffs. Ryan Day is on the hot seat. And perhaps most importantly - we've added a full calendar year to the 1,000+ days it’s been since Ohio State beat Michigan. On this week's episode we bask in the afterglow of the most glorious win of our lives (except maybe last year's version). We talk about what this win means to both programs, wonder at...
Nov 29, 2022•59 min
The leaves have fallen, the turkeys have been eaten, the Christmas decorations are starting to pop up around the neighborhood - and with the changing of the season comes the most glorious game of all. In just under two hours the scarlet and gray will meet the MAIZE & BLUE for the Big Ten East title, a trip to the playoffs, and most importantly - a year’s worth of bragging rights. In our annual live pregame podcast, we preview The Game, talk about what needs to go right for Michigan to win (i...
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 29 min
It wasn't always pretty. At times it was downright terrifying. But some clutch conversions and the steady leg of Jake 'Money' Moody preserved the perfect season, and now we're on to the big one. On this week's episode, we don't need to look past anyone when we preview The Game. We pray for some medical miracles, hope for an innovative offensive gameplan, and break down what has to happen for Michigan to extend the time it's been since Ohio won the game (I hear it's been more than 1,000 days...)....
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 2 min
For the first time since 2006 and only the second time in our lifetimes, Michigan is 10-0. We're #3 in all of the major polls and control our destiny for the Big Ten and national titles. Life is good. On this week's episode, we recap our trip to Ann Arbor, discuss the game day experience (and offer some constructive criticism), and rave about our O-line (while worrying a bit about the passing game). We also breakdown Michigan's CFP chances if there's a trip up and preview the games to watch this...
Nov 16, 2022•57 min
During a night of chaos across the college football landscape, Michigan's halftime adjustments (and you know superior athletes) proved too much for Rutgers to overcome. The Wolverines cruise to a 52-17 win and inch one step closer to an epic showdown Thanksgiving weekend. On this week's episode, we recap two big wins (welcome home Paul!), discuss the tunnel incident and whether we should even bother playing State every year, and decide whether to hit the panic button on the passing game. We also...
Nov 07, 2022•56 min
Staee might be 3-4. They might be paying $95m for an unproven coach to 'rebuild.' They might be fighting for bowl eligibility instead of a division title. But on Saturday night none of that will matter, and if you're a Michigan fan who's sleeping well this week, you probably haven't lived through the past 15 years. On this week's episode, we preview the big game with little brother, discuss our highlights of the bye week, and get ready for another big weekend across the college football landscap...
Oct 26, 2022•51 min
