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The Wolverines are back in action this spring, and there’s plenty to talk about. Is Bryce Underwood the next great Michigan QB? With Mikey Keene sidelined, all eyes are on the young phenomāand the pressure is on.
ā The QB battle and Underwood’s leadership potential ā Defensive dominance under Lou Esposito ā Concerns about the offensive lineāand the urgency for improvement ā How Michiganās unique culture, forged by Jim Harbaugh and JJ McCarthy, continues to drive the team ā What to watch for in the upcoming spring game
From standout players like Rod Moore to the return of Michiganās hard-nosed identity, this episode dives deep into what fans can expect in 2025āand why this season could be something special.
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š Defensive Coordinator Wink Martindaleās Growth ā From media skepticism to commanding respect, hear how heās building an even deeper and stronger defense.
š§± Offensive Strategy with New OC Chip Lindsey ā Can Michiganās signature physical running game reach new heights? Find out how Lindsey plans to balance the attack.
š Quarterback Competition ā The battle is on! Will 5-star phenom Bryce Underwood lead the offense, or will Davis Warren, Jaden Davis, or Mikey Keene rise to the occasion?
š£ Offensive Line & Wide Receiver Progress ā With coaches Grant Newsom and Ron Bellamy leading the charge, Michiganās playmakers are looking to dominate.
Plus, we celebrate Michiganās rich football tradition and look ahead to the excitement of the Spring Game!
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Michiganās 2024 season may not have ended with a championship, but it closed with a statementāan underdog 19-13 victory over Alabama that showcased the Wolverines’ defensive dominance and resilience. JoinĀ @pcallihanĀ andĀ @Clint_DerringerĀ as they break down how Michigan outscored the Crimson Tide 16-0 in the first quarter, held them scoreless in the third, and secured yet another defining win to pair with their victory over Ohio State. With a gritty 8-5 record, questions remain about the offense, but momentum is building, and the foundation is set for future success. What does this mean for Michiganās trajectory, the Ohio State rivalry, and the expanded playoff landscape? Whether youāre a Wolverine die-hard or a Buckeye eager to hear Michiganās take, this episode delivers insight, analysis, and plenty of fuel for the debate. Listen, engage, and subscribe to stay ahead of the conversation!
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In this episode of the UM Go Blue podcast, @pcallihan and @Clint_Derringer preview the Reliaquest Bowl matchup with Alabama. Michigan football faces its next big test against Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl, a matchup brimming with challenges and opportunity. Despite being underdogs, the Wolverines bring momentum from recent victories. This bowl game is more than just another contestāit’s a proving ground for Michiganās growth, resilience, and a glimpse into its future. Tune in as Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer dive deep into the stakes, the strategies, and why Michigan fans should be optimistic about the programās trajectory.
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Looking Back is a Special Feature by Jeff Cummins Highlighting Key Rivalry Games
The fifth installment of the series looking back at the football rivalry between Michigan and Alabama takes us to the Rose Bowl. Michigan won the first Rose Bowl handily, beating Stanford 49-0 to claim the 1901 National Championship. The Wolverines repeated that feat on Jan. 1, 1998, beating Washington State, 21-16, to capture the 1997 Associated Press National Championship. The Wolverines have also suffered many frustrating outcomes at the Rose Bowl.
On Jan. 1, 2024, the Rose Bowl served as the site for one of the semifinals of the College Football Playoff. Michigan had a loaded roster, but pundits predicted that Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe would give the Wolverines fits. It was only natural that Michigan fans approached this game with some concern.
There was a depressing sense of deja vu when J.J. McCarthy appeared to throw an interception to Caleb Downs on the first play from scrimmage. Then, suddenly, Downs was ruled out of bounds when he seized possession of the ball. Everyone wearing maize and blue breathed a collective sigh of relief. When Alabama got the ball, Michigan’s defense put the heat on Milroe, sacking him twice in the first series. The Tide then got a second chance when Semaj Morgan fumbled the ensuing punt. Four plays later, Jase Mclellan ran 34 yards for an Alabama touchdown, and the Crimson Tide drew first blood.
But Alabama’s touchdown did not dampen Michigan’s resolve. The Wolverines mounted a 10-play, 75-yard drive that culminated in an 8-yard scoring pass from McCarthy to Blake Corum. If Michigan had any jitters, they were gone by this point.
Trailing late in the fourth quarter, Michigan still had time for heroics. McCarthy connected with Corum on fourth down to keep the drive going. Then Wilson caught a tipped pass from McCarthy and ran to the Alabama 6-yard line. On second down from the 4-yard line, McCarthy played pitch-and-catch with Wilson, who trotted in untouched for the tying score.
Jake Thaw then earned recognition as one of Michigan’s unsung heroes when he calmly recovered his own fumble on a late Alabama punt, narrowly averting disaster. In overtime, Michigan asserted its dominance in convincing fashion. The Wolverines scored on a pair of runs by Corum, the second one a 17-yard run involving three broken tackles. Michigan now held a 27-20 lead, but Alabama would get the football.
Alabama threatened, but the Wolverines were up to the task. Mason Graham had a tackle for loss and Josh Wallace had a huge tackle two yards short of the goal line, setting up a do-or-die fourth down. One missed assignment or missed tackle could be disastrous, but one excellent team effort could keep the dream season rolling one more week.
Michigan got that tremendous effort, most notably from 6-foot-1, 245-pound defensive end Josaiah Stewart, who knocked 6-foot-5, 350-pound Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor off his feet and into Milroe, allowing the Michigan defense to swarm around Milroe and tackle him well short of the goal line. Michigan completed a goal line stand to beat Alabama, 27-20, and advance in the College Football Playoff.
A week later, the Michigan was firing on all cylinders like a vintage Detroit engine. The Wolverines routed Washington, 34-13, to win the National Championship and complete a perfect 15-0 season, claiming their place among the greatest teams in college football history!
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