Michigan Football In The Trenches With Jon Jansen

Jon kicks things off by reacting to the self-imposed three-game suspension for Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), updating the other key storylines around fall camp (8:00), and offering his Big Ten and national predictions for the upcoming season (21:00). Then, senior EDGE Jaylen Harrell stops by to share his thoughts on fall camp (40:30), reflect on some of his best memories in his Michigan career (43:00), and look ahead to the upcoming season (45:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Michigan men's basketball guard Jace Howard recalls his memories from past Miami Heat playoff runs (2:30) and an amazing 2023 NBA Draft for the Howard family and Michigan program (11:30). Then, Jace breaks down his offseason work (17:00), the mindset of the program (21:30), and his early impressions of the roster (27:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss Michigan Athletics' exciting new partnership with Champions Circle™ (1:30), the early returns from fall camp (6:00), and some strong performances by former Wolverines in the NFL Preseason (15:00). Then, Jon sits down with senior wide receiver and Hawaii native Roman Wilson. Jon starts by asking him about the tragedy going on in Maui (24:00), before Wilson shares his thoughts on the first couple of weeks of fall camp (29:00) and the potential of the team in 2023 (35:00).  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's always a treat when Associate Head Coach Phil Martelli joins us on Defend the Block! During this visit, Martelli shares his thoughts on the program at this stage of the offseason (1:00) before offering his impressions on most of the players on the Wolverines' roster (10:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We begin by reacting to the wild week in conference realignment (5:00) and discussing some key takeaways from Michigan's recent media availability (25:00) in our "Seven from 77" segment. Then, Jon catches up with transfer defensive back Josh Wallace, who details his path to Ann Arbor (38:00), breaks down his style of play (41:30), and shares his thoughts on the team as a whole (45:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk Michigan women's hoops on this week's episode of Defend the Block, as Brian gets to know a pair of graduate transfers who started their college careers in the MAC. First, Michigan native Taylor Williams discusses her path from Western Michigan to Ann Arbor (3:30). Then, former Bowling Green star Elissa Brett details her journey from Australia to becoming a Falcon and now a Wolverine (15:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Media Day is over, and fall camp is upon us! Jon and Brian break down some of the key comments by the Wolverines' representatives during last week's Big Ten Media Day (4:30) before reacting to the discussion around the timing of The Game (18:30) and Colorado's decision to leave the Pac-12 for the Big 12 (27:45).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We kick things off this week by catching up with sophomore point guard Dug McDaniel. After talking about his new dog Ace, McDaniel looks back on his first college basketball season (4:00), details the vibe around the program (8:30), and reacts to Jett Howard and Kobe Bufkin getting drafted (13:00). Then, we get to know Harrison Hochberg, a preferred walk-on who the Wolverines added this offseason. The lifelong Michigan fan detailed his journey to now wearing the Maize and Blue (18:00) before talking about what he will bring to the program (21:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Football season is almost here, so Jon and Brian set the scene for the final few days before fall camp (3:30), and then they break down each team's expectations in the Big Ten (11:00). They conclude with a detailed look at the Wolverines' top two threats in the East - Penn State and Ohio State (33:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We introduce incoming freshman George Washington III on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Washington recaps his recruiting process (4:00), shares the importance of his upbringing to his basketball career (7:00), and breaks down his style of play (12:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With training camp just around the corner, Jon sits down with former Wolverine star Jake Butt, who has now carved out an outstanding career for himself in broadcasting with the Big Ten Network. Butt shares some detailed thoughts on each position group of the 2023 Michigan roster (2:00) before reflecting on his time at Michigan and in the NFL (46:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another week, another Michigan men's basketball introduction! On this episode of Defend the Block, Brian sits down with Alabama graduate transfer Nimari Burnett, who recalls his well-traveled path to Ann Arbor (4:00), breaks down his style of play (9:30), and discusses his unique NBA fandom (16:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have two more assistant coaches on In the Trenches this week, as Jon starts by welcoming in Defensive Backs Coach and Co-Defensive Coordinator Steve Clinkscale. Clinkscale details some of his coaching tactics (2:00) and breaks down the depth in the Wolverines' secondary (7:30). Then, Defensive Line Coach Mike Elston reflects on his successful first year back in Ann Arbor in 2022 (14:30) and analyzes the players in his position group heading into this season (17:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We continue our men's basketball introductions with a young man who is returning to Southeast Michigan, Seton Hall graduate transfer Tray Jackson. Jackson details his return home to play for the team he cheered for growing up (4:00) and breaks down what his skill set can bring to the program (9:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over the next couple of weeks, we will catch up with some Michigan position coaches. On this episode of "In the Trenches," presented by Meijer, Jon chats with Wide Receivers Coach Ron Bellamy about the offseason work to this point (2:00) and the players he gets to work with in the wide receiver room (6:00). Then, Tight Ends Coach Grant Newsome reflects on his first season as a position coach (25:00) and breaks down the group of tight ends he has in 2023 (27:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over the next few weeks, we'll get to know the newest members of the men's basketball program. We begin with Tennessee graduate transfer Olivier Nkamhoua. He details his path to the Wolverines (5:00), breaks down his game and potential role this season (8:00), and shares the importance of his upbringing (14:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Heading into the holiday weekend, we have a bonus episode of Defend the Block for you, as Brian chats with the newest member of the Orlando Magic - Jett Howard. Howard details his experience at last week's NBA Draft (3:00), discusses what is next for him in the coming months (8:00), and shares what Michigan Basketball means to him (10:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With kickoff about two months away, Jon and Brian break down each position group at this stage of the offseason. Jon assigns a confidence level for each unit and assesses some areas where things seem to be solidified, while also offering up some critical questions that must be answered between now and the opener. They start with the offense at the 8:00 mark, transition to the defense at the 32:00 mark, and finish with some thoughts on special teams and the coaching staff at the 45:30 mark.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian starts this week's episode by reacting to the two Wolverines who were selected in the top 15 picks of last week's NBA Draft - Jett Howard (11th, Orlando) and Kobe Bufkin (15th, Atlanta). Then, Brian sits down with one of the new members of Michigan women's basketball - fifth-year senior Lauren Hansen. Hansen details her journey to the program (9:00), describes her style of basketball (13:00), and discusses her life off the floor (22:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As we wrap up another season of Conqu'ring Heroes, Jon Jansen sits down with Warde Manuel, the Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics here at the University of Michigan. Manuel reacts to the athletic department's record-setting 13 Big Ten Championships during the 2022-23 season (1:00), shares his thoughts on some of the changes within the Big Ten (5:00), discusses NIL and the transfer portal (15:00), and provides some other updates from around the department (21:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.