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Defend the Block 209 - Stanford Recap
Defend the Block
Published on 11/24/2023
Defend the Block
Published on 11/24/2023
Michigan earned a Thanksgiving night victory over Stanford in the Battle 4 Atlantis. Brian reacts to the Wolverines' come-from-behind win off the top of the episode. Then we hear from the national champ Terry Mills (6:30), senior Terrance Williams II (10:30), sophomore Tarris Reed, Jr. (12:30), and interim Head Coach Phil Martelli (14:30).
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After sharing some thoughts on Friday's appointment of Mike Boynton Jr. as the program's head coach, Brian visits with another incoming transfer this week on Defend the Block. J.P. Estrella discusses his decision to join the Wolverines, some of the key elements of his game, how he fits in with the rest of the roster and his early thoughts on the Ann Arbor restaurant scene. [ Transcript ]
Published on 7/14/2026
Get to know a new member of Michigan men's basketball this week, as Brian visits with LSU transfer forward Jalen Reed. Reed reflects on his decision to commit to Michigan, details his challenging injury issues in recent seasons, and describes some of the key elements of his game. [ Transcript ]
Published on 7/7/2026
We visit with Michigan's new linebackers coach Alex Whittingham this week on In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He reflects on his successful stint with the Kansas City Chiefs coaching staff and previews some of the talent in the Wolverines' linebacker room. Programming note: In the Trenches will be taking a brief break, with more coverage coming around the start of training camp! [ Transcript ]
Published on 7/1/2026
Brian Boesch visits with The Athletic's CJ Moore, who has written multiple articles about Michigan men's basketball in the last week. Moore reacts to Dusty May's decision to accept the Dallas Mavericks' head coach position and reflects on his conversation with interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr. [ Transcript ]
Published on 6/30/2026
