In this episode of The Player & The Fan, we dive deep into Michigan’s gritty win over Wisconsin — and what it revealed about the Wolverines heading into USC week. Chris and Glenn break down why the offensive line still isn’t playing up to Michigan’s standard, how wideouts McCaulley and Marsh stepped up when it mattered most, and why dropped passes continue to stall drives. Plus, the guys celebrate the long-awaited return of Rod Moore and what his presence means for this defense down the stretch. Finally, they look ahead to USC — what Michigan must clean up, who needs to rise, and the formula for staying in championship form.

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We sit down with our friend Angelique Chengelis, veteran Michigan beat writer for The Detroit News, to take stock of the Wolverines through four games—what’s clicking, what’s still uneven, and how the team’s identity is taking shape. Angelique offers sharp insight on quarterback rhythm and receiver separation, the O-line’s cohesion and run-game consistency, defensive discipline on money downs, and the special-teams details that decide November games. Most importantly, she lays out the must-fix areas Michigan needs to clean up to stay on a true playoff trajectory. Tap in for a smart, candid conversation that cuts through the noise and frames the season with clarity. Listen and subscribe to The Player and The Fan wherever you get your podcasts.

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Michigan leaves Lincoln with a gritty W—but it wasn’t pretty. In this post-game breakdown, we unpack a sloppy night on both sides of the ball and why that might actually be a good thing for a young team learning to win on the road. Bryce Underwood didn’t have his best outing and he’s still developing, but the ground game carried the load behind standout performances from Justice Haynes and Jordan Marshall. We also get into the wide receivers—separation, drops, and why this group has to level up fast. Bottom line: hostile environment, tough snaps, real growth. This is the kind of game that builds confidence for the long haul.

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