Die Tryin: Recent Episodes
Danny Mogollon
Die Tryin talks about the trials and tribulations of Michigan Football on Jim Harbaugh's epic quest to beat Ohio State with host Daniel Mogollon. Listen in each week for previews, analysis, and recruiting info, along with interviews.
The Michigan Insider's Brice Marich joins host Danny Mogo to talk about Michigan's big early signing day effort and give his expert opinion on the Wolverines 2022 recruiting class. Led by 5-star Will Johnson, Michigan is ranked 9th nationally and 3rd in the Big Ten per 247Sports Composite Rankings.
After a quick recap of Michigan's emphatic win in the Big Ten Championship Game, The Athletic's Austin Meek joins the pod to talk about Michigan's win and look ahead to the matchup with Georgia in the College Football Playoffs. We also discuss what's different about the 2021 Wolverines compared to Coach Harbaugh's previous teams, the surprisingly seamless coaching changes this season, and the potential of this being a new beginning for the program. Host Danny Mogo ends the pod with a quick look at the latest in recruiting news with Early Signing Day a week away. (Note: Podcast was recorded before Raylen Wilson committed to Michigan.)
Special guest Andrew Bailey of Maize n Brew joins host Danny Mogo to break down Michigan's historic win over Ohio State and what is still to come for the Wolverines. Bailey tells us about his experience at the Big House in the snow last Saturday before we dive into The Game, preview the B1G Championship Game, and discuss Michigan's ceiling in what has been Jim Harbaugh's best season.
Host Danny Mogo starts the show talking about his big takeaways from the Penn State victory before guest Michael Cohen of the Detroit Free Press joins the pod. Danny concludes the show with a quick preview of why Maryland should be an easy double-digit win. 0:00 - Offensive Takeaways From PSU Win Another feather in Cade's cap, passing game growth, reliable Haskins 4:05 - Defensive Takeaways From PSU Win Holding Clifford/Dotson down, Hutchinson/Ojabo dominate, Macdonald's schemes, talent development, and adjustments 8:45 - Michael Cohen of the Detroit Free Press His first year on the Michigan beat, does he buy in, injury updates, McNamara's development, JJ's role moving forward (this season), and why they could/won't beat Ohio State 38:05 - Maryland Preview A potential high-scoring game for the offense A great matchup for Michigan's defense
Host Danny Mogo is joined by Wolverines Wire publisher Isaiah Hole to break down Michigan's big road win over Nebraska, examine the 6-0 start at the midpoint, and look towards where the Wolverines need to improve in the second half of the season.
The Michigan Wolverines scraped by Rutgers 20-13. Yes, it was their first non-impressive win in blowout fashion. But think about that...it was their first non-impressive win in blowout fashion and we're a third way through the season. Guest Alex Kirshner of Split Zone Duo and Slate joins the pod to talk about his column on 538: The Case For Believing In Michigan Football.
Michigan continues to dominate opponents, as host Danny Mogollon talks about the 63-10 win over Northern Illinois before he's joined by Rainer Sabin of the Detroit Free Press. They discuss the back to basics run game the 2021 Wolverines have discovered, concerns about the lack of offensive balance, and compare UM with little brother Michigan State. Finally, the pod is closed out with a look at the numbers...what do PFF, SP+, and FPI have to say about the Maize & Blue at the quarter-pole?
With 343 rushing yards, the Michigan Wolverines ran all over the Washington Huskies led by Blake Corum's 171 yards and 3 TDs (8.1 YPC). The defense and special teams also excelled which should make the Wolverines a healthy favorite in seven of their remaining ten games. What does the offense need to do to raise the ceiling? Host Daniel Mogollon dissects the win and looks ahead.
Michigan takes on Washington as they look to improve to 2-0. Host Daniel Mogollon previews the game and gives you the key positions/matchups to watch. Where the Wolverines should win and who needs to step up.
It was an impressive opening game for the Michigan Wolverines. Host Daniel Mogollon talks about the explosive plays on offense, a potentially vaunted running game, superstar talent on defense, and new faces making an impact. It's just one game and it was against a MAC school, but Michigan played with the enthusiasm and urgency the team needs to turn things around in 2021. So far, so good.
Coming off a 2020 season everyone wants to forget what should you expect from your Michigan Wolverines? Host Daniel Mogollon looks at the potential of quarterback Cade McNamara, the running back rotation, receiving weapons, and their new defensive scheme. The episode also dissects passable tests Western Michigan offers.
The quest to win the Big Ten and knock off Ohio State has begun! Your host Daniel Mogollon breaks down each position before he's joined by The Athletic's Austin Meek to preview the upcoming season.