Welcome to MGoBlue Podcasts -- the new podcast home of Michigan Athletics. Here at MGoBlue Podcasts, you'll find several recurring series: In the Trenches (an in-depth look at the Wolverines' football program), Defend the Block (interviews, game recaps and more with Michigan men's and women's basketball), and Conqu'ring Heroes (a one-stop show for the latest on every Michigan program). MGoBlue Podcasts are produced by the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD, in partnership with Michigan Athletics.
Jon sits down with Ben Bredeson to discuss his draft prospects and much more in advance of Thursday's draft. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jon begins this episode with a look at his evolution as a father during the pandemic, his perfect fits for soon-to-be drafted Wolverines, a mock draft top 10 and some basketball recruiting talk with Brian. Then, Jon chats with three Wolverine parents--Peach Pagano (Carlo Kemp's Mom), Ben Hall (Zach Charbonnet's Dad) and Tiffany Zinter (Zak Zinter's Mom)--about training for football during this unprecedented time and the chance to have their sons home for an extended stretch. See Privacy Policy a...
Jon catches up with former Wolverine player and graduate assistant Harold Goodwin, who is now the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Assistant Head Coach and Run Game Coordinator (22:00). Coach Goodwin discusses Tom Brady's decision to join the Buccaneers, some memories from the 1997 championship season and what his time at Michigan meant to him. Before the interview, Jon and Brian break down the nominees for this year's Michigan Sports Hall of Fame, the mental side of the preparation for the upcoming season...
Jon talks with former teammate Mark Campbell about his recent bout with Coronavirus, his high school duels with Jon in multiple sports, the 1997 championship season and so much more. Then, Jon and Brian react to the Stadium survey regarding CFP expansion, discuss the latest Michigan men's basketball news and conclude with a few Would You Rather questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
After Jon and Brian discuss some college football news, the "fully virtual" NFL Draft, David DeJulius' decision to enter the transfer portal, and a new dog in the Jansen household, Jon welcomes former U-M Athletic Director Bill Martin to the podcast (29:30). They discuss the current and future impacts of the pandemic on collegiate athletics, along with plenty of other topics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...
Jon and Brian catch up with Terry Mills on the 31st anniversary of the men's basketball National Championship in 1989. Terry takes fans through the entirety of that magical NCAA Tournament run, including his desire to get another chance at Illinois, Rumeal Robinson's journey to the game-winning free throws in the title game and his reaction to seeing the parties in Ann Arbor after the game. We wrap up with some pieces from the 1989 team to the 2018 team during their Final Four run and a few Woul...
How are the Wolverines preparing for the season during this pandemic? Jon catches up with Michigan's Director of Strength and Conditioning Ben Herbert to discuss his flexible plans, recent uptick in technology and much more (24:30). Jon and Brian also chat about the NCAA's waiver for spring sports athletes, the bond that the team is forming during this unprecedented time and Tiger King. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...
Jon and Brian take a stroll down memory lane and recap the highlights from the first 100 episodes of In the Trenches. We break it all down into seven categories: Podcast Firsts, Food-Related Clips, Lessons Learned, Best Stories, Most Impactful Quotes, Brian's Favorites and What is Jon Saying?!?. Thanks to our listeners for helping us surpass the 100-episode mark! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
The University of Michigan's Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics Warde Manuel joins the show to discuss the latest developments on the athletic department and University's response to COVID-19 (10:30). Then, we share some sound pertaining to the postponement of the 2020 Olympic Games from a pair of Wolverines-turned-Olympians in Sam Mikulak and Dr. Jeff Porter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
In part two of Jon's conversation with Brian Griese, the former Wolverines quarterback goes through the National Championship season of 1997, including his halftime speech during the Iowa game, the victory over Ohio State to clinch the Big Ten title and the special conversation with his father shortly after the Rose Bowl. We conclude the episode with a few would you rather questions and the importance of video work for the team during the next few weeks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...
We begin the show with a "Seven from 77" that focuses on Jon's reading of a classic during this period of social distancing, his thoughts on Tom Brady's reported decision to sign with Tampa Bay and a broad look at the first few days of NFL Free Agency. Then, we have part one of a two-part interview with former Michigan quarterback Brian Griese (26:45). The former Rose Bowl MVP talks about the lead-up to the 1997 championship season, including his decision to come to Michigan, his brother's role ...
The coronavirus prompted the Big 10 to cancel the rest of all winter and spring sports for this academic year. So, Brian caught up with men's basketball head coach Juwan Howard (1:15), women's basketball head coach Kim Barnes Arico (11:15) and softball head coach Carol Hutchins (26:15) to discuss their student-athletes' reactions to the news, recap their shortened seasons and try to look ahead to a cloudy future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...
It's a special edition of In the Trenches. Jon sits down with John "Jumbo" Elliott, the newest Wolverine (and 32nd all-time) selected to the College Football Hall of Fame (9:20). We also talk about the impact of COVID-19, as Brian shares his experience from a surreal day in Indianapolis at the Big 10 men's basketball tournament. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
We conclude our defensive preview with a look at the linebacker position, as Jon discusses the impact of Khaleke Hudson and Jordan Glasgow's departures, the growth of Cam McGrone last season and the outlook for Josh Ross in 2020. Then, Defensive Coordinator Don Brown stops by the show to talk about the linebackers and the defense as a whole (18:00). We conclude with a preview of the Big 10 men's basketball tournament, a look back at successful weekends for women's basketball and hockey, and an a...
Our 2020 preview rolls along with a breakdown of the Wolverines' secondary. Jon previews the upcoming season for key defensive backs like Dax Hill, Brad Hawkins, Ambry Thomas and Vincent Gray, while also mentioning some up-and-comers to watch. Then, safeties coach Bob Shoop (21:15) and cornerbacks coach Mike Zordich (34:20) chat with Jon about their position groups. We conclude with some basketball talk, Jon's NFL Mock Draft top five and Jon's weekly way Michigan can get into the top four next s...
Our 2020 preview shifts to the defensive side, as Jon gives his early thoughts on the Wolverines' defensive line. He talks about Carlo Kemp's importance to the defense, Aidan Hutchinson and Kwity Paye's room for growth and some potential X-factors for next season. Then, defensive line coach Shaun Nua stops by the show to look back at last season and preview many of the key cogs on that defensive front. We finish up with some basketball talk, the potential changes to transfer rules and a few Wond...
After Jon and Brian praise some of the red-hot Wolverines teams around campus, like men's basketball's 2-0 week and baseball's #1 ranking, Jon breaks down the final units on the offensive side - wide receivers and tight ends. He talks about the growth potential for Nico Collins, Ronnie Bell and Nick Eubanks and identifies some young players who will be vital to the Wolverines in 2020. Then, Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis joins the show to discuss the pass catchers and the offense as a whole b...
After talking about Saturday's win for men's basketball over Michigan State, Jon shares his thoughts on Zach Charbonnet, Hassan Haskins, Chris Evans and the rest of the Wolverines' running backs. Then, Jon sits down with Running Backs Coach Jay Harbaugh to preview that position group. We conclude with some discussion on the national coaching carousel, the Wolverines at the NFL Scouting Combine and Valentine's Day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...
It's Jon's favorite episode of the offseason, because it's time to preview the offensive line! After Jon shares his thoughts on Jalen Mayfield's strong 2019 season and the four other spots up for grabs, he chats with Offensive Line Coach Ed Warinner about some of the same topics (23:20). We finish up with some Super Bowl talk and Jon's thoughts on the XFL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
We are going to preview the 2020 Wolverines by position group over the next few weeks, and we're starting with the most important position in football. Jon breaks down the upcoming quarterback battle, discusses what a quarterback must do on and off the field, and sizes up the race as it stands right now. Then, we talk some non-football topics, including the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, the Astros' cheating scandal and some other Michigan teams doing well as of late. See Privacy Policy at https:/...
There is plenty of news to discuss around the Wolverines' football program. Jon shares his thoughts on Carlo Kemp's return for 2020, Brian Jean-Mary and Bob Shoop's impact on the coaching staff and the keys for the six Wolverines participating in the Senior Bowl. We also discuss the well-traveled Michigan men's basketball team, some relevant national storylines in college football, what a Bacon Explosion is and dogs versus cats. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...
Jon and Brian touch on plenty of recent news about the Wolverines, including Ambry Thomas' return for his senior season, Tru Wilson's grad transfer decision and the team's schedule until spring practice. The guys also discuss Monday's national championship game between LSU and Clemson and the Michigan men's basketball team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
After some basketball talk, Jon shares his thoughts on the Wolverines who have made their NFL Draft decisions (19:00), nominates some captain candidates for 2020 and reflects on the 2019 Michigan football team. Then, Jon gives his thoughts on the Big Ten and national landscape, including the Big Ten's bowl performances and a preview of the national title game. Oh, and you won't want to miss the 2019 podcast year in review (16:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...
We recap Michigan's Citrus Bowl loss to Alabama on New Year's Day with Jim Harbaugh, Ben Bredeson, Josh Metellus and Khaleke Hudson. Then, Jon looks ahead to 2020 and discusses some of the early storylines he will be watching for Michigan football in the coming year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
We're less than a week away from the Vrbo Citrus Bowl, and Jon breaks down the game from all angles - offensive and defensive scouting reports, keys to the game and what a win would mean for the Wolverines. Jon also gives his predictions for the College Football Playoff and the New Year's Six Bowl Games before the final Locker Room Speech of the season, and it's a good one. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...
In our final "Inside Michigan Football" radio show of the season, Jon chats with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, Defensive Coordinator Don Brown and Offensive Coordinator Josh Gattis about the Citrus Bowl against Alabama, last week's early Signing Day and the season as a whole. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
After a "Seven from 77" that touches on Tarik Black, Ben Bredeson, bowl practices and basketball, Jon sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (32:00) and Director of Recruiting Matt Dudek (45:45) to talk about the impressive group of commits for the Class of 2020. Coach Harbaugh discusses some of the key units to this class, like linebacker and defensive back. Dudek has some high praise for several new Wolverines and tells us about the young men who will get to wear the Winged Helmet this weekend...
The Wolverines are heading to the Citrus Bowl to meet Alabama on January 1. Jon offers his initial thoughts on the matchup with the Crimson Tide and the full postseason lineup in college football. Then, he chats with Josh Uche about the bowl game, his decision to head to the NFL and his upcoming graduation. We conclude with some national discussion about coaching changes and some of the top bowl games. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...
After a few more thoughts on Saturday's game against Ohio State and an early look-ahead at the bowl game, Jon sits down with Director of Recruiting Matt Dudek to discuss the upcoming early signing day on December 18. Then, Jon gives his picks for some of the conference championship games this weekend before sharing a few of his favorite Christmas traditions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
We recap a tough day at the Big House, as Jon shares his thoughts on Saturday's loss to Ohio State. Then, we chat with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, offensive lineman Ben Bredeson, running back Hassan Haskins and tight end Sean McKeon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
