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Jon shares some of his observations after studying the film from Michigan's win over Rutgers (4:30) and reacts to a wild Week 4 in the Big Ten and the Top 25 (13:30). Then, he visits with fellow two-time captain Mike Sainristil. Sainristil reflects on the opportunity to be a captain again in 2023 (34:30), breaks down his pick-six and the victory over the Scarlet Knights (36:30), and discusses the opportunity to play at Nebraska this weekend (42:00).

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Last month, Michigan Athletics and Peloton announced an exciting new partnership, and a former Wolverine basketball player was a key part of its creation. Hayes Grooms, Vice President of Global Talent and Instructor Strategy at Peloton, shares more details on this partnership (5:30), remembers his playing days with Michigan Basketball (13:30), and reflects on how his time in Ann Arbor shaped his career (17:30).

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The Wolverines kicked off Big Ten play with a 31-7 win over Rutgers on Saturday afternoon. Jon and Brian share their initial thoughts before we hear from Doug Karsch (11:00) and Jack Miller (16:30). Then, we share postgame interviews with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh (22:30), defensive back Will Johnson (28:00), linebacker Junior Colson (28:00), running back Blake Corum (32:30), wide receiver Roman Wilson (35:00), tight end Colston Loveland (37:00), and wide receiver Semaj Morgan (39:00).

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Jon and Brian put a bow on the Wolverines' non-conference efforts (4:00) and react to the biggest storylines around the Big Ten and Top 25 (13:30) during this week's "Seven from 77." Then, senior EDGE Jaylen Harrell stops by to break down his performance so far this season (34:30) and look ahead to the Big Ten slate (38:00).

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Former Wolverine and current basketball broadcaster Jevohn Shepherd is our guest this week. Shepherd summarizes his opportunity to be part of ESPN's coverage of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, which Team Germany won behind some great performances by Franz and Moe Wagner (4:00). Then, he reflects on his time as a Wolverine, which culminated with the 2009 team's special run to the NCAA Tournament (17:30).

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The Wolverines wrapped up non-conference play with a 31-6 win over Bowling Green on Saturday night at the Big House. Jon, Brian, Doug, and Jack react to Michigan's performance, and then we hear from acting Head Coach Sherrone Moore (23:30), defensive lineman Kris Jenkins (26:45), defensive back Quinten Johnson (30:00), and wide receivers Cornelius Johnson (34:00) and Tyler Morris (36:30).

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Jon attempts to put J.J. McCarthy's strong start in perspective (4:00), points out a few players he will be watching on Saturday night against Bowling Green (7:30), and reacts to the rest of last weekend's action across the country (14:00). Then, sophomore defensive lineman Kenneth Grant joins us to recap the defense's performances over the first two weeks (31:00), detail how he has acclimated to his size (34:30), and talks about the improvements he and the program have made from last season (38:00).

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We catch up with one of our favorites on the podcast - men's basketball Assistant Coach Saddi Washington. After discussing his daughter's transfer to a Michigan rival, Washington shares some insight on his recruiting philosophies and the program's approach to visits (7:00). Then, he breaks down where the team stands at this point of the offseason (15:00) and reflects on last season's missed opportunities (25:00). 

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Led by two head coaches, the Wolverines took care of business on Saturday with a 35-7 victory over UNLV at the Big House. Jon and Brian break down the win before we hear from Doug Karsch (12:00) and Jack Miller (17:30). Then, Jon interviews first half Head Coach Jay Harbaugh and second half Head Coach Mike Hart (23:00) before Jason Avant catches up with Jaylen Harrell (29:00), Blake Corum (30:00), Roman Wilson (34:00), and Derrick Moore (37:00).

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On this week's "Seven from 77," Jon puts a bow on Michigan's season-opening win over ECU (5:00), looks ahead to the preparation for the Wolverines and their two acting head coaches for UNLV (15:00), and recaps the key storylines from the Big Ten and the Top 25 during Week 1 (23:00). Then, fifth-year defensive back Keshaun Harris discusses his transition from track to football (36:00), his performance as a starter last week against ECU (41:00), and the story behind his wearing of the number 36 (44:00).

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We visit with women's basketball senior Elise Stuck on this week's edition of Defend the Block. Stuck recaps the team's trip to Italy and Croatia last month (3:30), details her journey to this point in her career (11:00), and looks ahead to the upcoming season for her and the team (17:00).

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Our first postgame episode of the season is jam-packed with analysis and interviews following the Wolverines' 30-3 win over the East Carolina Pirates. Jon and Brian kick off the episode with their initial thoughts before Brian catches up with Doug Karsch (11:00) and Jack Miller (16:00). Then, we share a handful of interviews with you - acting Head Coach Jesse Minter (23:00), center Drake Nugent (26:30), quarterback J.J. McCarthy (28:00), wide receiver Roman Wilson (31:30), running back Blake Corum (34:00), and linebacker Junior Colson (38:00).

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It's finally game week! Jon and Brian discuss the Wolverines’ coaching staff assignments for the first three games (5:00), Jim Harbaugh's comments about revenue sharing in college football (12:00), and what they will be watching for during a jam-packed Week 1 (18:00) in our "Seven from 77." Then, Jon catches up with newly-elected captain Trevor Keegan. The Wolverines' star offensive lineman reflects on the opportunity to be a 2023 captain (40:00) and shares his thoughts on the team heading into Saturday's matchup with ECU (43:00).

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Brian catches up with a Michigan legend this week, as Fab Five member Jimmy King makes his Defend the Block debut. King details his return to school to finish his Michigan degree (4:30), discusses why being a presence in this region is so important to him (11:00), and shares some thoughts about the upcoming season for the Wolverines (15:00).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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). 

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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).

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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).

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