Michigan Podcast: Recent Episodes
Steve Deace
THE place for opinion and analysis of the leaders and the best, the guts-and-glue of the Maize-and-Blue, and the Victors Valiant -- The Michigan Wolverines.
In this episode of Michigan Podcast, Steve discusses the recent self-imposed suspension of Michigan's head football coach, Sherrone Moore, and the betrayal by the university's administration. He shares his personal connection to Michigan athletics and expresses concern over the mismanagement of the Connor Stalions saga, highlighting failures in negotiation with the NCAA. Deace criticizes Athletic Director Warde Manuel's leadership and calls for a reevaluation of the administration's approach to protect the legacy of Michigan football.
Steve reacts to Michigan basketball's incredible run in the NCAA tournament. Mark Rogers joins in to discuss a key metric that implies Michigan could go to the College Football Playoff in Bryce Underwood's first year.
Steve lays out his baker's dozen tips and trends for NCAA tournament bracket picks. He and Aaron lay out their game by game predictions.
Steve breaks down his top five questions that need answers for Michigan football during spring football. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve gives his State of the Disunion address on the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry. Mark Rogers joins in for his take and to talk about his book "Disputed National Champions."
Steve reviews his crystal ball predictions for the 2024 season. Mark Rogers is the judge.
Steve is back for the new year and says you just witnessed the best 5-loss season, ever. Mark Rogers, The Voice of College Football, gives his take.
Steve has a message for Ohio State (and Michigan State) fans. Mark Rogers previews the College Football Playoff for his Buckeyes and the rest of the Big Ten.
Steve says Michigan has psychologically broken Ryan Day and Buckeye-dom. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve discusses the flipping of five star quarterback Bryce Underwood from LSU to Michigan. Mark Rogers joins the program to preview The Game.
Steve says the season isn't saved, but Sherrone Moore desperately needed that win against Michigan State.
Steve says all signs are pointing to an abrupt coaching stint for Sherrone Moore at Michigan. Mark Rogers joins the show with his take.
Steve looks back at Michigan's survivalist win over Minnesota, and says they have an even bigger challenge ahead of them in Seattle as they take on the Huskies. Mark Rogers joins the show to provide his take.
Steve breaks down Michigan's big win against USC; Mark Rogers joins the show to share his take.
Steve says the QB change to Alex Orji is a good thing, but it's time to adjust your expectations for this Michigan football squad. Mark Rogers joins the program with his take.
Steve breaks down the road forward for Michigan football after a humiliating home loss to Texas. Mark Rogers provides his take.
Steve says he has some major concerns about this Michigan offense. Mark Rogers says he thinks Davis Warren improve.
Steve says there's really only one thing that matters in Michigan's season-opener against the Bulldogs. Mark Rogers joins the show to share his take.
Steve makes some specific predictions regarding Michigan football's record, standout performers, and the CFP.
Steve talks about four Michigan football players we could be hearing a lot about in the upcoming season. Mark Rogers joins the show with his take, and the duo briefly discuss the Connor Stallions fiasco.
Steve is back with his top 25 predictions for the upcoming college football season, along with his conference and College Football Playoff projections.
Steve unveils his best picks for season win totals for teams across the college football landscape, shares his take on Michigan's win total being set at 9.5, and Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve shares his top five predictions for Michigan Football heading into the 2024/25 season. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve takes one last look back at Michigan's magical 2023 season, and Mark Rogers joins the program to begin looking ahead to what should be a wild 2024.
Steve has 5 burning questions for Michigan football following their spring practice program.
Steve breaks down Michigan's hire of Dusty May to be the new head men's basketball coach.
Steve is back with five burning questions about the Michigan football program heading into spring football practive. Mark Rogers joins the show with his take.
Steve says he's cautiously optimistic about the direction of the Michigan football program after its hiring of Wink Martindale. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve takes a big picture look at the past, present, and future of Michigan football in the now-aftermath of the Jim Harbaugh era.
Steve discusses why, if Michigan fans want to keep Harbaugh, they're going to have to put up with one inconvenient fact. Mark Rogers joins the show to grade Steve's college football 2023 crystal ball predictions.
Steve provides various factoids that prove Michigan's 15-0 national championship run is the stuff of legends. Mark Rogers joins the show to share his take.
Steve shares his reasons for why he thinks Michigan will defeat Alabama in the Rose Bowl. Mark Rogers has a different take.
Steve says there are still some fundamental flaws with this Lions squad, but winning a Super Bowl was never the goal for this year.
Steve says after everything that's happened this season, everything that comes next is gravy. Mark Rogers joins the show to share his thoughts.
Steve breaks down Michigan's no-excuses-this-time win over Ohio State, and Mark Rogers joins in with his take.
Steve breaks down his optimism, pessimism, and other thoughts ahead of the final "for all the marbles" game against Ohio. Mark Rogers shares his thoughts and analysis.
Steve says it's time for the full might of the University of Michigan to show itself and fight back against the ongoing attempt to tank the football program. Steve also takes a look ahead to Big Ten game of the year #2.
Steve says Monday night's curb-stomping of Las Vegas was yet another good sign of things to come.
Steve says the fake scandal is still the most stupid, contrived thing he's ever heard. Mark Rogers joins the show to talk CFP rankings.
Steve discusses how Detroit's disappointing showing in Baltimore may be a blessing in disguise.
Steve makes the case that this Detroit squad is at least the toughest team in the league.
Steve backs up the assertion that Michigan's run in football is absolutely historic, despite the schedule, with some mind-blowing stats. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve discusses Michigan's historic run, and why historic seasons tend to sneak up on you. Mark Rogers joins the show to give his take.
Steve talks about how Jim Harbaugh's presence on the Wolverines' sideline has meant everything to this team. Mark Rogers joins the show with his take.
Steve says the Lions usually lose the type of game they played against the Falcons, but still managed to get it done in convincing fashion.
Steve says the Lions' loss against the Seahawks is just another example of "same old Lions."
Steve breaks down why he's starting to have some doubts about how far this Michigan football team can actually go. Mark Rogers joins the program with his take.
Steve says we saw pretty much the same game against UNLV as we did against East Carolina -- JJ McCarthy looks really, really good. Mark Rogers joins in to provide his take.
Steve talks about what he liked and didn't like from Michigan's season-opening thumping of East Carolina. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss what the heck happened with Ohio State at Indiana.
Steve discusses why the University of Michigan absolutely screwed Jim Harbaugh, and why the school shouldn't be kowtowing to the NCAA.
Steve unveils his all-time Michigan football team on the 40th anniversary of his fandom. Brett Ciancia from Pick Six Previews joins the show to discuss why he's so high on Michigan this season.
Steve says there are five burning questions for Michigan football heading into fall camp.
Steve says there are five big questions he has about the Detroit Lions as they slog on through training camp.
Steve discusses his thoughts about what he heard from the Michigan football program after media days.
Steve lays out his top 25 predictions for the 2023 college football season. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve reveals his big takeaways from Saturday's spring game. He also shares his take on the daunting task before Juwan Howard and Michigan basketball.
Steve says the commitment of a highly-touted recruit from the state of Ohio shows the tide has turned in the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry. Mark Rogers joins the show to share his take.
Steve lays out the most compelling case for why the Detroit Lions should make a play for the Ravens' MVP-caliber QB.
Steve explains why he thinks Michigan should skip the NIT, and why Juwan Howard is officially on the hot seat. Then, Deace lays out his annual bracket challenge tips and trends.
Steve begins his new escapade focused on his beloved Detroit Lions: Roar Rant. He brings his top 5 observations from the NFL Combine as it pertains to the Motor City Kitties.
Steve runs down his list of top 5 spring football questions as the Wolverines' offseason is straight ahead. Mark Rogers gives his take on that, the Big Ten, and his beloved Buckeyes.
Steve discusses his latest updated team roster rankings, and discusses his thoughts on why this is the most talented Michigan team he's seen. Mark Rogers joins the program to share his thoughts on Michigan, Ohio State, and the rest of the Big Ten.
With so many returning pieces yet again, Steve says anything short of a national title appearance would be a disappointment. Mark Rogers joins the show to share his take.
Steve discusses Jim Harbaugh's decision to rejoin Michigan once again, and why Warde Manuel may need to update his CV. Mark Rogers joins the program for a reconciliation of Steve's college football crystal ball.
Steve discusses yet another offseason and yet another attempt by Jim Harbaugh to court NFL teams. He also discusses Blake Corum's announcement that he's coming back for the 2023 campaign.
Steve previews the upcoming Fiesta Bowl, and why he likes Michigan's chances against TCU. Mark Rogers joins the program to talk about that and the Buckeyes' matchup against Georgia.
Steve discusses Michigan's summiting of the Big Ten conference once again. Mark Rogers joins the program to talk all things CFP.
Steve lays out the case for why Michigan should feel good heading into Columbus. Mark Rogers joins the program to provide his unbiased-as-possible take on The Game.
Steve discusses his thoughts on the Wolverines, after watching them in-person vs. Nebraska. Mark Rogers joins the show to provide his take.
Steve discusses what happened during and after the game on Saturday, and why examples must be made of the Michigan State players involved in assaults on Michigan players.
Steve Deace has several reminders why Michigan should never be too confident when taking on little brother. Mark Rogers joins the show to talk polls and his Buckeyes.
Steve examines Michigan's thumping win over Penn State and explains why he thinks Michigan is on a championship-level tear. Mark Rogers joins the show with his take.
Steve discusses why he's nervous about this weekend's looming Penn State game. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss why he's high on Penn State.
Steve lays out his top five observations from Michigan's non-conference schedule. Mark Rogers joins the show to react.
Steve lays out his top five observations from Michigan's non-conference schedule. Mark Rogers joins the show to react.
Steve says before we look forward to what will be an exciting Michigan offense with JJ McCarthy, it's important for fans to reflect on the amazing job Cade McNamara did in getting Michigan Football to this point.
From the ongoing QB battle to whether the Wolverines' defense is better than last year's unit, Steve Deace has 5 overreactions (or just reactions) from Michigan's season-opening win against Colorado State.
Steve explains why he believes letting Michigan's quarterback battle between JJ McCarthy and Cade McNamara spill over into the season is actually a good thing for the program. Mark Rogers shares his thoughts ahead of Michigan's matchup with Colorado State.
Steve has a potentially divisive opinion about what he would be fine with for an outcome to the next two seasons of Michigan football. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve shares his 5 predictions for the 2022 Michigan football team, and Mark Rogers joins the program to react. Also, Reece Kurdyla OF MGoDAU, a Michigan NIL collective, joins Steve to discuss the challenges and opportunities in opening up a venture of that sort.
Steve ranks each game on the schedule for Michigan football from least to most challenging. Then, Mark Rogers joins the show to react. Brett Ciancia from Pick Six Previews joins the program to discuss how he projects Michigan's season to go, and takes a broader look at the Big Ten.
Steve Deace says there are 5 burning questions we need answers to as Michigan starts fall camp. Mark Rogers joins the show to react.
Steve reveals his top 5 takeaways from Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh's appearance at Big Ten media days, and why he's optimistic heading into this season.
From a bold prediction about Ryan Day to the outcomes of the major non-conference games, Steve Deace lays out his annual college football crystal ball.
Steve Deace reacts to a recent Twitter thread by a member of the Michigan Board of Regents which perfectly illustrates how stupid the school’s policy for name, image, and likeness is. Mark Rogers reacts, then gives his take on the news of Big Ten expansion.
Steve Deace says there are 5 reasons the Wolverines will beat the Bucks for the second year in a row when they meet in November. Mark Rogers joins the program to react.
Steve reveals his five season win total best bets, and makes his prediction on how many games Michigan Football will win this coming season. Mark Rogers reacts.
Steve Deace unveils his Power 5 Coaching Rankings and methodology, and Mark Rogers picks it apart.
Steve discusses his most up-to-date Team Total Talent Ratings, and Mark Rogers has a few nits to pick.
Steve lays out all the pertinent tips and trends for your NCAA Tournament brackets, and discusses how far he thinks Michigan basketball can go.
Steve says there are 5 big questions that need answers during Michigan football's spring practice period. "The Voice of College Football," Mark Rogers, joins the program to discuss his thoughts...
Steve explains why he thinks this year's staffing shuffled may result in a better overall staff than last year's team. Mark Rogers joins the program to share his thoughts.
At a time when the program should have the most momentum it's had in a long, long time, Steve Deace says Jim Harbaugh's ego has taken center stage.
Steve Deace looks back at the 25 predictions he made for the college football season to see how many he got right.
Steve says there are only two things Michigan needs to focus on in order to compete for not only another Big Ten championship, but national championships as well.
Steve explains that, despite a disappointing ending, Michigan football's season was not only a success: it was historic.
Steve Deace talks about an incredible awards season for Michigan football, and how no matter what happens in the College Football Playoff, it's been the best season for the Wolverines in a long, long time.
Steve Deace breaks down what Michigan's triumph over Ohio State means to him. Mark Rogers joins the program to discuss the matter from an Ohio State fan perspective.
Steve Deace says another year, another example of why Jim Harbaugh is not a championship-level coach.
Steve Deace breaks down Michigan's victory over Northwestern and previews their next matchup against their one and only rival, Michigan State.
Steve has five big predictions for the final half of Michigan's football season. Mark Rogers, "The Voice of College Football," joins the program to talk all things Michigan and Big Ten.
Michigan football is 6-0 at the halfway point of the season, and Steve Deace discusses what he's liked (and not) about the Wolverines so far.
Steve Deace says, after their first real test of the season, 2021 Michigan football looks like a typical Jim Harbaugh team.
After handing out another drubbing to a better-than-people-think opponent, Steve Deace says it suddenly appears there are no unwinnable games on the Michigan football schedule. Mark Rogers joins the program to play a game of 'Fake News or Not' on whether every big team is legit.
Steve Deace discusses how your view of Michigan's pounding of Washington depends on your expectations coming into the season. Then, Mark Rogers discusses the rare instance of Ohio State losing and Michigan winning on the same weekend.
Steve Deace says, despite the fact it was 'just' Western Michigan, the Wolverines got off to a promising start, all things considered. Mark Rogers, "The Voice of College Football," joins the program to share his thoughts on Michigan's season-opening win.
Steve Deace, despite the myriad of questions surrounding the Michigan football program, is excited for the season to finally be here. Mark Rogers joins the program to take a look back on whatever that was from Nebraska in Week 0, and to look ahead to what he expects to see from Michigan against the Broncos.
Steve lays out how he thinks the depth chart will shake out for Michigan football, as we look ahead to kickoff next week. Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews joins the program to discuss his take on Michigan (and college) football.
Steve Deace and Mark Rogers provide their over/under picks (including best bets) for every single Power Five football team in America.
Steve has five questions that need answers for Michigan football as they head into fall practice.
Steve Deace shares his thoughts on Jim Harbaugh’s appearance at Big Ten media days. “The Voice of College Football,” Mark Rogers, joins the program to talk about the neutron bomb that dropped on the college football world in the last week.
Steve Deace has one final, big-picture comment on Michigan football before "The Voice of College Football" Mark Rogers joins the program to predict how the upcoming football season will shake out for every conference.
Steve Deace explains how Michigan's most recent fumbling of the name, image, and likeness era for college athletics is just emblematic of how the Michigan athletic department hasn't been able to get out of its own way...for decades.
Steve Deace discusses the ongoing saga involving Dr. Anderson and what it means for Michigan football going forward. Then, “The Voice of College Football” Mark Rogers joins the program to break down Steve’s coaching power ratings for 2021.
Steve Deace runs down his seven 2021 college football preseason win total best bets -- including, for the first time, an appearance from Michigan.
Steve Deace breaks down his top 5 bold predictions for Michigan athletics for the next 5 years.
Steve Deace breaks down his top 5 bold predictions for Michigan athletics for the next 5 years.
Steve Deace reveals how the Big Ten and the rest of the college football landscape shapes up in his Team Total Talent Ratings post-spring practice.
Steve Deace has five questions that need to be answered after spring ball wraps up for Michigan football. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss a broader conference view of where the Big Ten stands as spring practices commence.
Steve Deace wraps up a phenomenal basketball season for the Wolverines, and then takes a position-by-position look at his confidence levels for Michigan football. “The Voice of College Football,” Mark Rogers, reacts.
Steve Deace runs down his list of springtime stages of grief for every fan of Michigan football. Buckey football fan and “The Voice of College Football,” Mark Rogers, joins the show to provide his take on Michigan’s QB situation.
Steve Deace lays out his top 4 areas he’ll be looking at as Michigan football heads into its early spring football practice period.
Steve Deace reviews Michigan basketball’s return from quarantine with its impressive win at Wisconsin. Then, Neil Stratton of InsidetheLeague.com joins the program to talk NFL Draft and how Michigan’s NFL-bound players stack up.
Steve compares the new Michigan football coaching staff to the old one, and then special guest and longtime friend of Michigan legend Tom Brady joins the show to discuss the good man behind the TB12 brand.
This week’s episode of Michigan Podcast stars you! Steve answers viewer questions on a variety of topics ranging from Michigan football’s future, expectations for basketball, and everything in between.
Steve Deace says Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh's new contract means it's time for one thing: put up, or shut up. Mark Rogers, "The Voice of College Football," joins the program to discuss the news of Harbaugh's new contract.
Steve Deace explains why he doesn't think Jim Harbaugh is coming back to coach Michigan football next year, and gets the perspective of Buckeye fan Mark Rogers.
As uncertainty* swirls around Jim Harbaugh’s tenure as the head coach of Michigan football, Steve Deace says there’s three steps Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel needs to follow to fix the program. Mark Rogers joins the show to provide his perspective on the waning season, and what he would do to fix Michigan football.
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Steve Deace explains why this might, for the first time in 2020, be something merciful to happen to the Michigan Wolverines football program. Since there was no game last week nor will there be one this week, Steve has a special ‘Ask Me Anything’ segment from fans of the podcast. Mark Rogers, “The Voice of College Football” provides his Buckeye fan perspective on The Game being called off.
Steve Deace takes a look at why Michigan has failed in its last three coaching hires, and what the profile should be for its next head coach. Mark Rogers, “The Voice of College Football,” joins the program to talk about Michigan’s continued, miserable season.
Steve Deace shares his thoughts after Michigan ekes out a win against low Rutgers in triple overtime. Mark Rogers joins the show to provide his perspective on Michigan football as the tumultuous season rolls on.
Steve Deace reacts to the last two weeks of atrociousness from the Michigan Wolverines football program, and why the Harbaugh era is all but over.
Steve Deace breaks down what he believes the historical comparison should be for Michigan football's convincing season-opening win over Minnesota. Mark Rogers joins the show to provide his perspective on Michigan and the rest of the Big Ten.
Game week is finally here. Steve Deace and Mark Rogers preview opening weekend of the Big Ten season, focusing on a matchup neither of them can get a read on: the battle for the Little Brown Jug.
Steve Deace breaks down his top 10 predictions for the upcoming Michigan football season.
Steve Deace breaks down his top 5 questions that need answering as Michigan football enters its (late) fall camp.
Steve Deace lays out his top 4 takeaways from version three of the Big Ten football schedule. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the upcoming season.
Steve Deace breaks down a momentous day for the Big Ten. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss the path forward.
Steve Deace discusses the recent revelation that University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel is the biggest obstacle the Big Ten faces in returning to play. Mark Rogers joins the program to discuss the latest news in the effort to get the Big Ten back on the gridiron.
Steve Deace contrasts Michigan football’s somewhat lackluster response to the Big Ten’s postponement of college football to that of Ohio State’s, and wonders if it’s another clue to whether Ohio State takes the sport more seriously. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss the most recent developments (or lack thereof) surrounding Big Ten football.
Steve Deace discusses the possibility of Michigan opening their 2020 campaign on the road at Spartan Stadium, and whether that beats opening up against Ohio State. Then, Mark Rogers joins the show to talk about the biggest scheduling winners and losers across the college football landscape.
Steve Deace shares another reason for optimism that college football will, indeed, happen. Then, Mark Rogers joins the show to break down the top 20-ish trends in college football heading into the new season.
Steve Deace reveals his top 5 predictions for how COVID-19 will impact Michigan’s 2020 season.
Steve Deace explores one of the options on the table to salvage the 2020 college football season. Mark Rogers, “The Voice of College Football,” makes his debut on Michigan Podcast for the Ten Minute War segment.
Steve Deace is joined by Kyle Lamb from the Locked On Buckeyes podcast — who also happens to be a data analyst in his day job. The duo discuss what the real data pertaining to COVID-19 means for college football’s return this fall.
An offseason tradition unlike any other: the sports world determines once more whether or not Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh is overrated. Steve Deace and Michael Spath share their thoughts on the matter…
Steve Deace discusses the big-picture view and mood surrounding the Michigan Football program. Brandon Brown from Wolverine Digest joins the show to discuss the top 5 questions surrounding the Wolverines as they come back from the weirdest of spring breaks.
Steve Deace presents some of the biggest takeaways from the 2021 Wolverines recruiting class so far, and why it could be Jim Harbaugh’s best ever. Wolverine Digest’s Eric Rutter joins the show to go in-depth on some of the biggest recruits to commit to Michigan over the past few months.
Steve Deace is back for the last time in a while to reflect on the NFL Draft, and how it furthers his case that Michigan is not doing nearly enough to develop its players.
“Understated” isn’t really Jim Harbaugh’s thing, so he needs to stop trying to make it be. Steve Deace explains.
Steve Deace explains why we really don’t have a playoff as it stands, and how it would help college football as a whole to broaden the field.
Steve Deace breaks down how, until Michigan can figure out their quarterback situation, they’ll never be able to compete for championships.
Ari Wasserman is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the Ohio State beat. He took issue with some of Steve’s recent comments regarding the talent gap between the Buckeyes and the Wolverines.
Steve Deace obliterates one of the most common excuses used to explain Michigan football's futility against Ohio State.
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Steve Deace explains how, despite how it might seem — Harbaugh can still win a Big Ten championship at Michigan.
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It’s only March, but the annual media tradition unlike any other has already begun: Harbaugh Derangement Syndrome. Steve Deace also takes a look at the top questions as Michigan Football heads into their spring practice period.
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Steve Deace talks about how, as he watched former Michigan players perform exceedingly well at the NFL combine, he’s even more perplexed about the Wolverines’ performance on the field the past couple of seasons. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor join the show to talk about Michigan basketball’s up-and-down season.
Steve Deace says Michigan’s miss on in-state prospect Donovan Edwards is just a sign of the times for Michigan football — and they have no one to blame but themselves. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor join the show to discuss a February tradition unlike any other: Michigan basketball getting hot.
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Steve Deace breaks down why it’s so sweet to dominate your biggest rivals, week in and week out. Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor joins the show to recap a big weekend for Michigan athletics.
As NFL combine invites are sent out, Steve Deace wonders why Michigan keeps getting such mediocre results on the field with so much NFL talent. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest join the show to discuss football recruiting as well as Juwan Howard’s (seemingly) resurgent basketball squad.
Steve Deace reflects back on the legacy of Mark Dantonio after the former Michigan State coach announced his retirement on Tuesday. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown of WTKA-Ann Arbor join the show to react to that news and join Steve in an “Ask Me Anything”-style roundtable.
Steve Deace opens this edition of Michigan Podcast lamenting how, unfortunately, it’s a tough time to be a fan of the maize and blue. Brandon Brown and Michael Spath of WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest react to the top 10 predictions for Michigan athletics which Steve made back in December.
Steve Deace explains his reasons why he believes Joe Milton — not Dylan McCaffrey — will be Michigan’s next starting quarterback. Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest joins the show to break down Michigan football’s new coaching hires, whether the basketball team will recover from a rough stretch, and a surprising run for Michigan hockey.
Steve Deace says there’s one lazy, stupid fan trope surrounding Michigan football that needs to stop. Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest stops by to discuss who staying and who’s leaving the Michigan football program. The pair also mull a point of contention they have with Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard.
Steve Deace and Michigan Podcast are back for the new year, and apparently it’s time to admit one thing: Michigan is a basketball school. Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor breaks down what went wrong for Michigan in the bowl game and previews what we can expect from this year’s edition of roster attrition.
Steve Deace shares an interesting analogy for where the Wolverines find themselves in the college football world. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest preview Michigan’s matchup with Alabama. The forecast calls for pain.
Another test, another “F.” Michigan Wolverines football is, again, at a crossroad. Steve Deace dispels multiple excuses from Michigan fandom about why they continue to lose to Ohio State. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from Wolverine Digest and WTKA-Ann Arbor play a game of “True or False” on the future of Jim Harbaugh and Michigan football.
It’s finally time. The stars have aligned and the Michigan Wolverines are primed to beat Ohio State. Steve Deace explains why. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from Wolverine Digest and WTKA-Ann Arbor join the roundtable to share their predictions for the game.
Apparently Jim Harbaugh has turned back the clock and forced Michigan State back into the Sparty of yesteryear, at least according to Steve Deace. As always, Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA in Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest hop on to discuss the game that was and what to expect from Michigan in a tricky matchup with Indiana.
Steve Deace breaks down why, if this is the last time Michigan faces Sparty under Mark Dantonio, it’s good riddance. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest discuss why Michigan State has struggled so much this season (especially on defense) and whether this is the end of the Dantonio era.
…but “Harball’ seems to be alive. Steve Deace breaks down Michigan’s dominant, yet curious win over the hapless Maryland Terrapins. Brandon Brown and Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest preview Michigan basketball’s debut of the Juwan Howard era.
Steve Deace explains that, as it turns out, Michigan football has plenty to play for the rest of the season — and it could still be a special one. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from Wolverine Digest join the show to discuss what clicked for Michigan in their huge win against Notre Dame, and whether their success is repeatable the rest of the season.
Steve Deace says the Michigan Wolverines football team will show us what, if anything, there’s left to play for this season after a heartbreaking loss in Happy Valley. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest join the show to talk about whether or not the offense truly has turned a corner and to address some big-picture questions about Michigan football.
As the Michigan Wolverines get set to take on Penn State in Happy Valley in “White Out” conditions under the lights, Steve Deace explains how the next two-game stretch will define, for better or worse, the Harbaugh era. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA in Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest join the roundtable to discuss Michigan’s chances (or lack thereof) against the Nittany Lions.
Steve Deace shares his thoughts after Michigan’s defensive thrashing of the Iowa Hawkeyes, and why it’s way past ‘put up or shut up’ time for the Wolverines’ offense. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest share their observations from Saturday and decide whether they’re buying Jim Harbaugh’s optimism about the offense.
Steve Deace explains that, for better or worse, the Wolverines’ season faces a turning point in their upcoming battle with the Iowa Hawkeyes. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from WTKA in Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest compare their notes after Michigan’s 52-0 stomping of Rutgers, and whether that win translates into some much-needed confidence for the team.
Steve Deace breaks down why the calamity at Camp Randall over the weekend was a sign that this season (and perhaps the Harbaugh era) may be on the brink. Michael Spath from WTKA-Ann Arbor and Wolverine Digest joins the show to discuss where things went wrong and if there’s any hope for Michigan to recover.
Steve Deace breaks down the significance of Michigan’s opportunity to play Wisconsin in Camp Randall, and describes how championship-caliber teams fare in ranked matchups on the road. Brandon Brown and Michael Spath from Wolverine Digest and WTKA-Ann Arbor share their keys to the game for the Wolverines.
In the aftermath of the Michigan Wolverines’ near-catastrophe at the hands of Army, Steve Deace breaks down his three biggest questions surrounding the Michigan football team. Michael Spath and Brandon Brown from Wolverine Digest & WTKA in Ann Arbor share their thoughts and analysis on Michigan’s lackluster offensive start.
Steve Deace shares the one stat he’ll be looking for all season as it pertains to the Michigan Wolverines’ offense, and how they did in week 1. Brandon Brown from Wolverine Digest and Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor share their thoughts on whether the hot takes from the game against Middle Tennessee were overreactions, or just reactions.
Steve Deace discusses how this year, once and for all, will provide big-picture answers for where Michigan football is headed — or where it’s not. Brandon Brown and Michael Spath from Wolverine Digest join the show to answer listener questions as the Wolverines get set to kick off the season against Middle Tennessee State.
Steve Deace welcomes the newest member of the staff at Wolverine Digest, Brandon Brown. Brown, Deace, and Michael Spath from WTKA in Ann Arbor break down their thoughts on some of the news trickling out of fall camp. Steve then breaks down the top 22 takeaways from the newly-released AP Top 25 college football poll.