Michigan Football In The Trenches With Jon Jansen

In this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian react to the Wolverines’ quarterback decision for the first two games (5:30), give their early thoughts on Colorado State (15:45), and break down some of the key Big Ten storylines from last weekend and coming up this weekend (18:30). Then, tight end Joel Honigford discusses the opportunity to play a sixth season in the Maize and Blue (37:00), his impressions of the tight end room (39:30), and the team’s excitement level for the start of the season (42:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We introduce you to a pair of new Michigan men's basketball players this week. First, freshman Gregg Glenn III discusses his transition to the college game (4:00), how he has grown as a basketball player (6:00), and the value his versatility can bring to the Wolverines (8:30). Then, manager-turned-walk-on Jackson Selvala stops by to take fans through the process of becoming a player for the Wolverines (15:00), before giving fans a preview of what to expect from the team and from his style of play (20:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The "Inside Michigan Football" Radio Show is back! Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (3:00), Co-Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line Coach Sherrone Moore (30:00), and starting center Olu Oluwatimi (39:00) to discuss the latest on the Wolverines heading into Saturday's season opener against Colorado State. Inside Michigan Football airs from 7-8 p.m. each Monday during the season on 950 AM-WWJ in Detroit, 1050 AM-WTKA in Ann Arbor, and the Michigan Sports Network from LEARFIELD.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the season opener one week away, Jon Jansen sits down with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh to discuss the staff's decision on the quarterback position (3:00) and break down some other key battles on the depth chart (9:15). In the Trenches is presented by Meijer, presenting sponsor of the 2022 Michigan Football season and proud supporter of hundreds of local sports teams across the Midwest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wolverines selected their five captains in a player-only vote, and Jon Jansen catches up with each one on this bonus episode. He starts with the offensive captains–quarterback Cade McNamara, wide receiver Ronnie Bell, and tight end Erick All (3:00). Then, the two defensive captains–defensive back Mike Sainristil and defensive lineman Mazi Smith–take part in another combo interview (14:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon and Brian discuss the addition of Eyabi Anoma (5:00), the Big Ten's new TV deal (7:00), memories from Jon’s captain selection process (16:30), and what games are intriguing during “Week Zero” (22:00). Then, junior guard Zak Zinter chats with Jon about his early impressions of the offensive line (32:00), the expectations around the program (34:00), and what he has seen from some of his other teammates this offseason (36:00).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 basketball with junior forward Cam Williams, who breaks down the offseason work that she and her teammates have done to this point (4:00), shares her early impressions of the team and its mentality (10:30), and discusses her family's role in her success as an athlete and a student (14:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon shares his observations from the first two weeks of training camp (5:00), reacts to the preseason college football polls (13:30), and provides more background to the four Wolverines who made Bruce Feldman's list of "Freaks" in The Athletic (23:00). Then, our player guest this week is defensive back R.J. Moten, who reflects on some memories from last season (35:30), gives his thoughts on a few members of the coaching staff (38:30), and offers some early impressions from the first couple of weeks of camp (41:00). We conclude with a special guest of the program last weekend, Dametrius "Meechie" Walker, who discusses his love for the game of football (48:30) and how he has stayed positive despite battling a rare bone cancer (54:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we get to know the newest member of the Michigan men's basketball program. Incoming freshman Youssef Khayat discusses his path to basketball (3:30), what drew him to try college basketball and join the Wolverines (8:30), and his growth and skill set as a player (13:15).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We hear from the two newest members of the Michigan Football radio team - sideline reporter Jason Avant and pregame/postgame analyst Jack Miller. Avant discusses his past broadcast opportunities (2:00), his early impressions on the 2022 Wolverines (8:30), and the journey he took to become a star receiver at Michigan (12:30). Then, Miller talks about the path from his playing days to the broadcast booth (22:00), some of his memories in the Winged Helmet (25:30), and his impressions of the 2022 Wolverines and college football as a whole (32:00).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 freshman profile here on Defend the Block. Tarris Reed joins the show to discuss the new challenges he has encountered as a college basketball player (3:00), how his toughness and size will be valuable in the Big Ten (8:00), and his early impressions of some of his teammates and the squad as a whole (13:00).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 underway, Head Coach Jim Harbaugh joins the show to offer his wide-ranging thoughts on the team (1:30), before breaking down what he is seeing from the Wolverines' defense (4:00), special teams (19:45), and offense (23:30) at this stage of camp. In the Trenches is presented by Meijer, presenting sponsor of the 2022 Michigan Football Season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Training camp is almost here! Jon and Brian begin the show by introducing Meijer as the new presenting sponsor of In the Trenches, before chatting about the team's trip around Michigan, the approach that the Wolverines must carry over from last season's camp to this one, and a few national topics of interest. Then, Jon catches up with wide receiver Ronnie Bell, who discusses his favorite memories from last week’s trip (26:00), the roller coaster year he has had since his injury in the 2021 opener (28:00), and how the team is approaching the upcoming season (30:30).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 will get to know the men's basketball program's incoming freshman class. First up, Jett Howard chats with Brian about his acclimation process to Ann Arbor (3:00), how his family helped him reach this point in his career (5:00), why he almost committed elsewhere (10:00), and the evolution of his game over the years (13:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off Michigan's appearance at Big Ten Media Day in Indianapolis, Jon and Brian react to what they heard from the Wolverines' representatives - Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, quarterback Cade McNamara, tight end Erick All, defensive lineman Mazi Smith, and defensive back DJ Turner. Some of the topics include the quarterback battle, the team's mindset coming off a championship season, and Coach Harbaugh's TikTok appearances. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian chats with another new Wolverine this week, as Duke transfer Joey Baker joins the podcast. Baker discusses why he decided to come to the University of Michigan (4:30), his experiences and lessons over the last four years at Duke (9:30), and how he would describe his game and fit with the program (15:00). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The fifth and final installment of our 2021 Michigan Football Classics series takes us to Indianapolis for the Big Ten Championship Game. Enjoy some of the biggest moments and our reflections from a 60-minute coronation for the Wolverines, who cruised past Iowa 42-3 for the program's 43rd Big Ten title.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 profiles of new Wolverines by chatting with women's basketball transfer Greta Kampschroeder, who details her decision to join the Michigan Basketball family (3:30), breaks down her game on the floor (9:00), and shares her early impressions on the team (13:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Jon and Brian reflect on the late Gary Moeller's impact on and off the field (4:00), react to the Big Ten's additions of USC and UCLA and the ramifications of these huge moves (12:30), and start "prediction season" by discussing some outside opinions on Michigan and a couple of flag plants for Wolverines who will break out in 2022 (31:00).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Second-year guard Kobe Bufkin of Michigan men's basketball is our guest this week! Bufkin breaks down his offseason work and goals (3:15), reflects on his big shot against Ohio State back in March (6:45), and details his early impressions of this season's team (9:30).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.