Wolverine Confidential Podcast

Wolverine Confidential

MLive's Aaron McMann, Andrew Kahn, and Ryan Zuke
Wolverine Confidential is the definitive podcast for University of Michigan sports news and analysis. Hosts Andrew Kahn, Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke cover the football, basketball and hockey teams as well as other sports.
What’s at stake during Michigan’s NCAA hearing over sign-stealing allegations?
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, discussion about the six released start times for this fall and how many night games the Wolverines might play in 2025.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 3
26 min
Yaxel Lendeborg picks Michigan
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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30
16 min
Michigan football recruiting heats up before official visit season
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
May 27
33 min
Michigan softball, women’s tennis seasons come to an end
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 complaints? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20
34 min
Postseason for Michigan spring sports, recruiting
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 preview.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13
23 min
Julia Fliegner and Michigan tennis’ tournament run
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'll want to listen to this conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8
17 min
Making sense of Sherrone Moore's unusual suspension
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 Sweet 16. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7
24 min
NFL draft recap + NCAA fallout continues for Michigan football
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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29
28 min
How many Michigan Wolverines will be selected in 2025 NFL draft?
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/adchoices
Apr 23
36 min
Michigan football spring game recap
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 offense is a work in progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21
34 min
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