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The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb and Josh Newkirk break down Michigan's resurgent performance in its 17-10 victory, led by an imposing performance by the defense, and a bounce back showing by Bryce Underwood and the offense.

The Michigan Insider's Monday Morning Quarterback is back, with Sam Webb and Michigan legend Denard Robinson putting Bryce Underwood's underwhelming performance against Western Michigan under the microscope following the Wolverines' dramatic, controversial last-second Hail Mary victory. Robinson breaks down why Underwood struggled after he opening drive, highlighting issues with his footwork, pocket presence, pre-snap recognition, eye discipline, and tendency to predetermine throws — mistakes that could prove far more costly against Oklahoma. The former Michigan quarterback also details how the Wolverines can help Underwood find his rhythm, from giving him more quarterback runs and RPO opportunities to building a package of “layup” plays that can settle him when things start going sideways. But the conversation ultimately turns to the biggest question facing Michigan this week: Is Underwood's starting job now on the line? Webb shares Kyle Whittingham's pointed declaration that Underwood is the quarterback “right now,” but that his hold on the job isn't infinite and improvement must come. Robinson reacts strongly to that message and explains why Saturday's massive showdown with Oklahoma represents both a serious test of Underwood's job security and a golden opportunity for the talented sophomore to quiet the doubts with the kind of breakthrough performance Michigan has been waiting for.

In this week's episode, Al Borges returns to the breakdown series, and we welcome former Michigan defensive coordinator Ron English to the team (Vance Bedford will still make occasional guest appearances this season). The crew tackles a surprising opener in which Michigan survived Western Michigan with a controversial, last-second Hail Mary, but the Wolverines left their opener with far more questions than answers—and little time to find them before a massive showdown with Oklahoma. On this week's Michigan Football Breakdown, The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb joins former Michigan offensive coordinator Al Borges and former defensive coordinator Ron English for a detailed film review of the good, bad, and ugly from Michigan's dramatic escape. Borges breaks down an offense that sputtered after an impressive opening drive, from third-down failures and problems handling defensive line movement to an inconsistent rushing attack and costly turnovers. At the center of the discussion is Bryce Underwood, as Borges analyzes the quarterback's reads, fundamentals, and decision-making, while the trio debates Kyle Whittingham's pointed declaration that Underwood remains the starter “right now”—and what it means for the length of his leash against Oklahoma. English takes the defense, explaining what he liked about a unit that surrendered only field goals despite playing 71 snaps, but also what must improve after Western sustained several long drives. That includes better communication and execution, more physical tackling, and doing a better job disguising coverages and tightening up pre-snap rotations so Oklahoma can't easily identify. He then tackles what the Wolverines must do to defend Oklahoma's dangerous quarterback, John Mateer. The crew lays out the most important fixes ahead of Week 2—and why the matchup with the Sooners could quickly become a season-shaping test for Underwood and the Wolverines.

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In an exclusive, wide-ranging conversation with The Michigan Insider's Sam Webb, Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel opens up about his decision to step down after more than a decade leading the athletic department, explaining why he came to believe the timing was right both for himself and for the university. Manuel reflects candidly on a tenure he says he leaves with his “head held high,” pointing to an unprecedented stretch of championship success, record-setting academic achievement, major facility investments and the growth of one of the largest athletic departments in the country, while also acknowledging the difficult decisions, controversies and lessons that shaped his evolution as a leader. He discusses what he hopes his legacy will be after 21 years as an athletic director and 11 years at Michigan, why he believes the next AD will inherit a strong organization rather than a rebuilding project, and the advice he would give his successor about navigating the complex alignment between the athletic department, university president and Board of Regents. Manuel also makes clear that his work at Michigan is not finished, detailing his priorities over the remaining months of his tenure as the department confronts rising costs, revenue sharing, corporate sponsorship and the rapidly changing economics of college sports. And while he has not yet decided exactly what comes next, Manuel says retirement is not his mindset at age 58, revealing that he still wants to contribute as a leader in athletics—college, professional or otherwise—while also looking forward to more time with his wife, family and a life beyond the all-consuming demands of the Michigan AD chair.

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Playing Jaxson Dart gives the Giants badly needed live reps in Matt Nagy's offense, but every preseason snap creates another chance for the young quarterback to get hurt before the games actually count. Drew and Rob ultimately land on the same side: Dart needs the work.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Should Jaxson Dart play in the preseason?Yes—the argument is that at least some first-team work is worth the risk because Dart is entering only his second NFL season, started 12 games as a rookie and is learning an entirely new offense before opening against Dallas and the Rams.John Harbaugh still refuses to reveal exactly who will play against Minnesota, but his own comments show the tension. He values first-team reps, yet he also understands what happens if an important starter gets hurt in August. Matt Nagy's evaluation makes the decision even more interesting: Dart is extremely talented, but there are still areas where he needs development, particularly seeing the defense, getting his eyes to the right place and processing quickly after the snap.Is Malik Nabers getting close enough to Week 1? His rehab took another meaningful step when he returned to controlled team work wearing a red no-contact jersey. Harbaugh called it a milestone. Nabers still hasn't reached full competitive work, but the trajectory is improving—and somehow the player wearing the no-contact jersey was fine while wide receivers coach Chad Hall ended up needing stitches after an accidental collision during drills.Is the Giants secondary dealing with temporary camp injuries, or is this becoming an actual depth problem? Paulson Adebo remained limited by his hamstring, while Greg Newsome II and Dru Phillips worked their way back on a limited basis. The Giants could now get significant preseason looks at Deonte Banks and Colton Hood. D.J. James and David Long Jr. were also gone only eight days after arriving, with Ugo Amadi and Sam Webb taking their places.Terrion Arnold heading elsewhere pushed the conversation into a much bigger hypothetical: if a corner like Christian Gonzalez ever became available, how aggressive should the Giants be? Art Stapleton floated the idea, and we treated it exactly as that—an outside proposal, not a reported Giants trade pursuit.The competition at safety might be more real than anyone expected. Tyler Nubin hasn't officially lost anything, but Jason Pinnock and Ar'Darius Washington have earned significant first-team work. Harbaugh's comments that both have played like starters turned what looked like routine camp rotation into a legitimate Week 1 question.Dominic Zvada and Ben Sauls are battling at kicker, with Zvada coming off a 7-for-7 practice that included a 62-yard simulated game-winner. We also get into Mike Bloomgren's expectations for a more physical offensive line and what actually needs to show up against Minnesota before anyone buys the August toughness talk.Arvell Reese's $47.8 million guaranteed contract produced one of the night's lighter conversations after the rookie essentially signed the deal, went back to his hotel and prepared for the next practice. That turned into a larger discussion about NFL salaries, taxes, agent fees and how different the headline contract number can be from what a player actually keeps.Finally, Darren Waller is somehow back in the Giants conversation again. With Waller moving on to Carolina, Drew and Rob revisit the third-round pick Joe Schoen sent to Las Vegas, Waller's one Giants season, Schoen's later defense of the trade and whether Brian Daboll's usage of Waller deserves more blame in hindsight.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

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Vita Vea would immediately strengthen the Giants' defensive front, but acquiring him could cost Kayvon Thibodeaux, draft capital and another major contract. Drew and Rob debate whether the upgrade in the middle would justify sacrificing a younger pass rusher entering a critical season.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Should the Giants trade Kayvon Thibodeaux for Vita Vea? Vea would fill a larger immediate need, but the Giants would be surrendering youth, contract control and potentially an additional draft pick for a 31-year-old seeking a new deal.The trade request leads to a detailed discussion about whether Joe Schoen should call Tampa Bay and what a realistic offer could look like. Because the Buccaneers need pass-rush help, Drew and Rob examine a hypothetical package built around Thibodeaux and a Day 3 pick. A fourth-round selection is viewed as a reasonable ceiling, while adding a second-round pick would make the price excessive.Would Vea become the best defensive tackle on the Giants immediately, or would New York be repeating the type of expensive commitment it avoided by trading Dexter Lawrence?Vea remains a major interior presence, but age and money complicate the decision. The Giants would need to determine whether he fits their competitive timeline, whether they could extend him at a manageable number and whether Vea would even want to join New York after watching the Lawrence situation unfold. John Harbaugh's arrival and the organization's new direction could help the pitch, but this remains a hypothetical debate—not a report that the Giants and Buccaneers have discussed a trade.The Giants also announced a major expansion of their East Rutherford headquarters and training facility. The project includes approximately 93,500 square feet of new construction and 46,000 square feet of renovations, with completion expected before the 2028 season.Drew and Rob react to the planned locker room, weight room, nutrition, recovery and rehabilitation upgrades while questioning how much the project reflects Harbaugh's influence. The investment suggests ownership is preparing for a long-term change in how the football operation trains, communicates and supports its players.Is this simply an overdue modernization, or evidence that the Giants are finally providing their football staff with the infrastructure expected from a serious NFL organization?The largest portion of the episode examines the 18 players brought in for workouts. The group included quarterback Jake Haener; running back Kylin James; wide receivers Malik Heath and Eric McAlister; tight ends Zach Davidson, Tyler Moore and Scotty Washington; offensive tackles Jake Curhan, Luke Felix-Fualalo and Derek Simmons; defensive tackles Marlon Davidson, Daniel Ekuale and Foley Fatukasi; linebackers Kenneth Murray and Chandler Martin; and defensive backs Tony Grimes, Ahmaad Moses and Sam Webb.Rather than treating every workout as a major move, Drew and Rob separate the legitimate depth candidates from the developmental long shots. Curhan offers more than 50 games of NFL experience and tackle-guard versatility. Murray brings extensive starting experience at linebacker. Fatukasi has a proven history as an early-down run defender, while Haener gives the team another developmental quarterback option.McAlister's final season at TCU, Moses' ball production at SMU and Grimes' former five-star pedigree provide upside, but each player would need to prove value on special teams or at the bottom of the depth chart. The size of the workout group also raises a broader question: Is the new Giants staff dissatisfied with the roster, or simply creating constant competition before training camp?Two players earned contracts after the workout. Former second-round pick Marlon Davidson brings defensive-line versatility and previous experience with Dennard Wilson in Tennessee. His production has never matched his draft position, but familiarity with the scheme gives him a realistic chance to compete for rotational snaps.Tyler Moore enters as a blocking-oriented tight end and H-back after limited receiving production at Iowa State. His path to the roster depends almost entirely on blocking, special teams and assignment reliability. Drew and Rob question whether Moore offers enough upside to beat out the other depth tight ends or whether he is more likely headed for the practice squad.The episode closes with Wilson's encouraging comments about Deonte Banks. Wilson said Banks had a “helluva offseason,” has been running toward coaching instead of away from it and appears to be in a better headspace.Can better coaching finally unlock Banks, or have Giants fans heard too many offseason turnaround stories?The hosts remain cautious about expecting a former first-round star to suddenly emerge. A more realistic success would be Banks becoming a dependable defensive back, depth option and possible return contributor. Training camp will determine whether the offseason praise represents genuine progress or another temporary burst of optimism.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/The package follows the Buzzsprout requirement to lead with the gain-versus-sacrifice tradeoff, include the searchable Big Question and omit chapters unless specifically requested. The facility, workout, signing and Banks details are grounded in the supplied episode material.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

In an exclusive interview with The Michigan Insider, Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel sits down with Sam Webb to discuss the latest surrounding all of the happenings around Ann Arbor including questions on his own future with the program. Other topics covered include his performance as athletic director and Dusty May's recent departure for the NBA.

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The Jim Rome Show HR 2 - 7/2/26 Jason and Randy Sklar in for Jim. The Boston Celtics shock the world by trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. Then, Ann Arbor's Sam Webb joins to discuss Michigan Hoops and Football. Plus, Novak Djokovic is going to a patron's wedding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices