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Michigan Wolverine Football Podcast — The Big One that Matters More – Game 12 Ohio State Preview

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Phil @pcallihan and Clint @Clint_Derringer preview the game vs Ohio State – SP+ analysis, commentary, and prediction. With RB Blake Corum, QB J.J. McCarthy, OL Trevor Keegan, OL Zak Zinter, LB Michael Barrett, DL Kris Jenkins, and Jim Harbaugh.

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  • Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Buckeyes game.0:00
    • Michigan Wolverines prepare for season-defining game against Ohio State Buckeyes.
    • Clint Derringer and Phil Callihan are excited for the Michigan-Ohio State game, with both teams undefeated and a lot on the line.
    • The game is special for both teams, with Michigan having won the last two and Ohio State struggling in recent years.
    • Zak Zinter and Mike Sainristil reflect on their team’s 2021 loss to Ohio State and their determination to prove themselves in 2022.
    • Clint Derringer predicts a more balanced offensive game plan for Michigan in 2023, building on the success of 2021 while avoiding the long runs of 2022.
  • Ohio State Buckeyes’ impressive season and upcoming matchup with Michigan Wolverines.7:53
    • Michigan is favored in the upcoming game against Ohio State by 6.1 points, with a 64% win probability.
    • Michigan’s defense is strong, but they’ll need to contain Ohio State’s superstar offense.
  • Michigan-Ohio State rivalry and allegations of program misconduct.12:13
    • Michigan and Ohio State’s obsession with each other’s distractions is mutual, despite Jim Harbaugh’s absence.
    • Clint Derringer suggests that Ohio State is involved in leaking information to the media to create a PR firestorm, despite being right in the middle of it themselves.
    • Ryan Day’s job security is at risk if he loses to Michigan for the third time in three years, with a significant portion of the Buckeyes fan base ready to move on from him.
  • Ohio State-Michigan rivalry and coach Ryan Day’s pressure.17:08
    • Michigan players tend to perform better under pressure than Ohio State players.
    • Phil Callihan observes that Ohio State coach Ryan Day is under pressure to perform against Michigan, particularly after his team’s close win over Notre Dame.
    • Callihan notes that Day’s emotional response to the win was unexpected, given his reputation as a great coach, and suggests that he should act more confident and composed in big moments.
    • Phil Callihan expresses frustration with Ryan Day’s perceived whining and lack of accountability as Michigan’s coach.
    • Callihan predicts that Day will face pressure from the media and fans if Michigan wins on Saturday.
  • Ohio State-Michigan football game with analysis of players and strategies.24:19
    • Clint Derringer believes Michigan’s defense will be able to contain Ohio State’s Marvin Harrison Jr. but may struggle with stopping Blake Corum.
    • Derringer thinks JJ McCarthy is more likely to make positive plays than Kyle McCord, and Donovan Edwards provides a versatile weapon for Michigan’s offense.
    • Clint Derringer highlights Michigan’s strong performances against common opponents, while Phil Callihan and Kris Jenkins discuss the potential impact of the home crowd on the game.
  • Michigan football team’s chances against Ohio State.29:38
    • Blake Corum is excited to play in his last game at the Big House, where he’ll be facing Michigan’s rival team, with his brothers and best coaches.
    • Phil Callihan is concerned about the team’s ability to beat their opponent three times in a row, despite their preparation and the JJ factor.
    • Phil Callihan believes Michigan has the advantage heading into the game due to their starting 11 on each side of the ball.
    • Ohio State fan questions program’s elite status after close calls and inconsistent play.
  • Ohio State-Michigan football game with analysis of key players and matchups.36:13
    • Clint Derringer believes Ohio State is lethal when they get out in front of their opponents, but their confidence can waver when the game is close.
    • Ryan Day is focusing on highlighting to his team that they are capable of winning tough games, despite recent struggles in close contests.
    • Michigan’s interior defensive line is expected to cause problems for Ohio State’s offensive line, particularly in the third and fourth quarters.
    • Clint Derringer highlights Marvin Harrison Jr. as the key matchup for Michigan’s defense.
  • Michigan Wolverines football game against Ohio State Buckeyes.43:34
    • Phil Callihan expresses concerns about Michigan’s special teams and the impact on the game.
    • Michigan will win by 6 points, with their defense sealing the victory.
    • Sharon Moore’s coaching abilities are being considered for Coach of the Year, given his success as offensive line coach and play caller for Michigan.
  • Ohio State-Michigan rivalry and upcoming game.49:29
    • Trevor Keegan: Respect between Ohio State and Michigan creates high stakes and excitement for the rivalry game.
  • Preparation for a championship football game.50:30
    • Michigan Wolverines focus on preparation for championship game.
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Michigan Wolverine Football Podcast — Battle Tested – Game 11 Michigan 31 Maryland 24

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Phil @pcallihan and Clint @Clint_Derringer discuss Michigan’s 31-24 victory over Maryland with Jim Harbaugh.

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  • Michigan’s game strategy before Ohio State.0:00
    • Michigan Wolverines prepare for Ohio State game with focus and determination.
    • Michigan’s conservative game planning and injury scares led to a struggle against Illinois.
  • Michigan Wolverines football game with analysis of quarterback JJ McCarthy’s performance.3:24
    • Phil Callihan notes that Michigan’s offense started strong but struggled in the third quarter, while Clint Derringer highlights JJ McCarthy’s subpar performance, including a goal line interception before halftime.
    • Clint Derringer argues that Jim Harbaugh’s absence and Sharon’s increased coaching duties have impacted offensive play calling and adaptability.
    • Injuries to key players like Roman Wilson, JJ McCarthy, Mike Barrett, and Chris Partridge have further hindered Michigan’s performance on both offense and defense.
    • Phil Callihan observes that JJ McCarthy’s performance was affected by Jim Harbaugh’s absence, leading to ill-advised passes and a loss of rhythm.
    • Callihan notes that McCarthy’s tendency to force passes in pressure situations was a concern, particularly in the third quarter against Penn State.
  • Michigan football’s offensive struggles and coaching challenges.11:54
    • Clint Derringer analyzes Michigan’s offensive struggles in the second half, citing injuries and limited creativity in play calling.
    • Derringer highlights missed opportunities, including a deep post route that could have resulted in a touchdown, and the impact of injuries on the offensive line.
    • Clint Derringer and Phil Callihan discuss Sharon Moore’s coaching style and how it may change against Ohio State, with Moore potentially needing to “let go of Jim a little bit” and make his own decisions as the head coach.
    • Callihan notes that Moore’s decisions in the second half of recent games may not be the ones he would make, highlighting the challenge of stepping into a new role without Harbaugh’s presence.
  • Michigan football’s game strategy and player performance.17:55
    • Phil Callihan observes that Jim Harbaugh’s play calling may be holding back JJ McCarthy, particularly in the second half of games.
    • Clint Derringer agrees, noting that the context of each game affects the decision-making process, and JJ’s performance in the Maryland game was not indicative of what might be seen against Ohio State.
    • Clint Derringer highlights Michigan’s offensive line injuries and lack of rhythm, which hindered their ability to move the chains and create momentum.
    • Derringer also notes that the defense missed Mike Barrett’s experience in pass coverage and as a blitzer, leading to big plays by Maryland.
  • Michigan Wolverines football team’s performance in Maryland game.23:44
    • Mikey Sandersville makes two crucial interceptions for Michigan.
    • Clint Derringer praises Stainless steel for unlocking Michigan’s flexibility in personnel, while Phil Callihan expresses relief at expected returns of injured players.
    • Clint Derringer: Michigan is relatively healthy compared to previous years, with JJ McCarthy’s lower body injury being a concern but not a major setback.
    • Jim Harbaugh: Michigan is focused on preparations for the Ohio State game, with everything centered around this key matchup.
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Michigan Wolverine Football Podcast — Play Angry – Game 11 Maryland Preview

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Phil @pcallihan and Clint @Clint_Derringer preview the game vs Maryland – SP+ analysis, commentary, and prediction. With Interim Coach Sherrone Moore and Coach Jim Harbaugh.

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  • Michigan Wolverines football with Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer.0:00
    • Michigan football team prepares to play with anger and fire.
  • Michigan football team’s recent drama and upcoming game.1:26
    • Clint Derringer expects Michigan to win by multiple scores if they execute cleanly and stay healthy, citing their advantage in every phase of the game.
    • Phil Callihan finds it hard to believe it was only a week ago that he was in Happy Valley for Michigan’s victory, given the drama surrounding Jim Harbaugh’s status.
    • Phil Callihan analyzes the recent events surrounding Michigan football, including Jim Harbaugh’s suspension and Chris Partridge’s departure, and wonders how much drama the team can handle.
    • Callihan reflects on the team’s ability to “glance off” blows in the past, but notes that the current situation may be too much for them to handle.
  • Michigan football scandal and coaching staff changes.7:21
    • Michigan football faces logistical challenges with Harbaugh’s suspension and Partridge’s lack of cooperation in investigation.
    • Clint Derringer: Scandal disrupts Michigan football, puts players’ success at risk
    • Analysts discuss Coach Harbaugh’s use of biblical references and its potential connection to the team’s current suspension.
  • College football team’s controversies and media coverage.13:54
    • Callihan expresses frustration with media attention on Michigan football’s NCAA violations, believing it’s a “stupid, media-driven narrative.”
    • Phil Callihan discusses Maryland’s season, highlighting their ups and downs.
    • Callihan expresses frustration with media attention on Michigan’s infraction, speculates on potential damages and future investigations.
  • Michigan football’s game against Maryland amidst coaching staff changes and media scrutiny.20:32
    • Clint Derringer: Michigan’s approach to dealing with scandals has been good, focusing on wins to prove doubters wrong.
    • Derringer: Players are motivated to make it sweeter, despite added adversity, and a win against Ohio State could change the narrative.
    • Clint Derringer predicts Maryland’s offense will struggle due to lack of talent at wide receiver, while quarterback Thalia Tagovailoa is capable of big plays but prone to mistakes.
    • Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh discusses team’s resilience in face of media scrutiny.

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Michigan Wolverine Football Podcast — Cool Being Villains – Game 10 Penn State Preview

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Phil @pcallihan and Clint @Clint_Derringer preview Michigan’s game vs Penn State – SP+ analysis, commentary, and prediction. With QB JJ McCarthy, RB Blake Corum, OL Zak Zinter, EDGE Jaylen Harrell, and Coach Jim Harbaugh.

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  • Michigan Wolverines football with Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer0:00
    • Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer discuss the upcoming game against Penn State.
  • Michigan vs. Penn State football game.1:33
    • Clint Derringer and Phil Callihan discuss Penn State’s ranking in SP plus, with Derringer highlighting their strong defense (#4 in SP plus rankings) and offense (#21 in SP plus rankings), leading to a #5 overall ranking.
    • Michigan is favored to win by about 5.5 points on a neutral field, according to SP plus, despite Penn State’s one loss and high ranking.
    • Clint Derringer notes that Penn State’s defense has been tested against strong offenses, but Michigan’s offense is the best unit they’ve faced to date.
    • Phil Callihan wonders if Penn State will stack the box to stop the run, opening up opportunities for JJ McCarthy to shine.
  • JJ’s potential as a Heisman Trophy candidate.8:55
    • Jim Harbaugh praises JJ as a unique blend of competitiveness and empathy, a potential Heisman candidate.
  • Penn State vs. Michigan football game predictions.11:35
    • Clint Derringer predicts Michigan will win due to strong defense and QB JJ McCarthy’s ability to make plays in high-leverage situations.
  • Michigan football’s “villain” image and distractions.13:20
    • Phil Callihan and Zak Zinter discuss Michigan’s dominant performance on the field and their embracing of the “villain” role, with Zinter stating he’s fine with being the villain.
    • Jim Harbaugh refers to Michigan as a superhero, praising their ability to absorb and spit back attacks, while also addressing off-field distractions and allegations of espionage and vacuum gate.
    • Blake Corum and Phil Callihan discuss the impact of distractions on the Michigan football team, with Callihan highlighting the team’s ability to brush aside distractions and focus on their game.
    • Clint Derringer adds that the team has become better prepared to play road games in recent seasons, embracing the role of the villain and using the crowd’s energy to their advantage.
    • Phil Callihan discusses how the Michigan football team is using negative experiences as fuel for growth, rather than letting them break the team’s culture.
    • The team’s resilience is evident in how they’ve bounced back from losses and setbacks, with players using them as motivation for improvement.
  • Football team’s mindset and preparation for upcoming game.21:58
    • Clint Derringer and J.J. McCarthy discuss the team’s mindset in the face of distractions, with McCarthy emphasizing the importance of keeping the main thing the main thing and staying in the present moment.
    • McCarthy attributes the team’s success in this area to their ability to keep things simple and focus on what they can control, despite outside distractions and allegations.
    • Clint Derringer expects Michigan to win by double digits against Penn State, citing their advantage on both sides of the ball.
  • Michigan Football’s culture and goals.25:46
    • Players and coaches emphasize “the main thing” and “one track mind” to stay focused on winning.
    • Michigan football players and coaches have been committed to their goals for months, leading to their current success.
  • Personal growth and distractions in college football.29:38
    • Blake Corum reflects on his time at the University of Michigan, expressing gratitude for the growth he’s experienced and the relationships he’s built.
    • Corum advises his team to focus on their goals and block out distractions, citing his own ability to do so as a key to success.
  • Michigan football’s offensive performance and potential breakout game for Blake Corum.33:56
    • Clint Derringer highlights Blake Corum’s impact on Michigan’s offense through both words and actions.
    • Michigan’s offense may see a breakout game with JJ McCarthy as a run threat and Blake Corum having his best yardage game.
    • Jim Harbaugh emphasizes the importance of work ethic and finding clarity in personal and football-related stresses.

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Michigan Football Podcast — Michigan vs Everybody – Game 9 Michigan 41 Purdue 13

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Phil @pcallihan and Clint @Clint_Derringer discuss Michigan’s 41-13 victory over Purdue. With QB J.J. McCarthy, WR Roman Wilson, LB Michael Barrett, RB Donovan Edwards, and Head Coach Jim Harbaugh.

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  • Michigan Wolverines’ victory and areas for improvement.0:00
    • Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer discuss Michigan’s victory over Purdue.
  • Michigan Wolverines football team’s performance in a game against Purdue.3:19
    • Clint Derringer compares Michigan’s current offense to last year’s, noting that they have shown the ability to score in bunches but are struggling to maintain consistency.
    • Clint Derringer analyzes Michigan Wolverines’ offense, noting a shift from run to pass plays and an increase in passing yards per game.
    • Derringer suggests that while the run game has decreased in efficiency, the passing game has improved, leading to a higher success rate and more yards per play.
  • Michigan Wolverines football team’s performance.9:24
    • Michigan’s offense relies on JJ McCarthy.
    • Clint Derringer highlights the defense’s solid performance, with dominant interior defensive line.
    • Derringer notes the defense’s execution of a great plan, creating turnovers and disrupting the opponent’s offense, but also identifies areas for improvement against outside zone runs.
  • Michigan Wolverines’ inconsistent running game.16:27
    • Michigan’s rushing attack is slow and steady, with little explosiveness.
    • Clint Derringer notes that Michigan’s running game has not been as explosive as expected, despite having talented running backs and an improved offensive line.
    • Phil Callihan highlights the defensive performance.
  • Michigan Wolverines football team’s defense and quarterback JJ McCarthy.20:57
    • Michigan defense is dominant, with multiple players contributing, rather than relying on a few stars.
    • Defense dominates with physical linebackers and disruptive secondary.
    • Jim Harbaugh and Phil Callihan praise JJ McCarthy’s exceptional leadership and performance as Michigan Quarterback.
  • QB J.J. McCarthy’s performance and the team’s support for President Santa Ono.27:37
    • Clint Derringer highlights JJ’s ability to make plays despite pressure, but notes that the pocket collapsing in this game made it harder for him to escape and make big plays on the run.
    • Phil Callihan adds that JJ hit Donovan Edwards on a nice pass that could have been a touchdown, showcasing his accuracy despite an up-and-down performance.
    • Phil Callihan and J.J. McCarthy discuss Michigan Wolverines football team’s recent win and their appreciation for university president Santa Ono, who has shown support for the team despite the storm surrounding them.
    • Coach Jim Harbaugh addresses questions from the press conference, often answering different questions than the ones asked, and the room becomes humorous as people swarm around athletic director War Manuel and he repeatedly says “no comment.”
  • Michigan football team’s resilience in the face of off-field distractions.32:34
    • Jim Harbaugh and players downplay off-field drama, view it as just another distraction.
    • Media and fans try to seize on drama, but team doesn’t pay attention or care much.
    • Donovan Edwards emphasizes the importance of focusing on the team’s internal dynamics rather than external distractions.
    • Phil Callihan is impressed by Edwards’ ability to balance his happiness with a new puppy with his commitment to breaking down plays during a press conference.
  • Michigan Wolverines football team’s performance and their focus on the field.37:15
    • Clint Derringer expresses relief that Michigan’s defense has not improved despite losing their starting science dealer.
    • Phil Callihan and Michael Barrett agree that the team is using the media attention and public scrutiny as motivation, with Barrett saying it’s “us against the world every single day.”
    • Callihan believes that the team has been holding back and is ready to unleash their full potential against Penn State.
    • Jim Harbaugh emphasizes the talent and potential of Michigan football players.