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Defend the Block 228 - Illinois Recap

Defend the Block
Published on 2/13/2024
Defend the Block
Published on 2/13/2024
The Wolverines couldn't slow down Terrence Shannon, Jr., and the Fighting Illini on Tuesday night. Brian Boesch and Terry Mills react to the 97-68 loss before we share an interview with Head Coach Juwan Howard around the 7-minute mark.
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During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon reacts to a couple of noon kickoffs already on the schedule and the latest reports surrounding potential College Football Playoff expansion. Around the 34:30 mark, new cornerbacks coach Jernaro Gilford stops by to discuss his path to Ann Arbor and his impressions of the players in his room.
Published on 5/20/2026

Brian concludes his series of interviews with returning assistant coaches, as Mike Boynton Jr. is his guest on Defend the Block this week. Boynton reflects on the Wolverines' run to the 2026 national championship and details the approach Michigan's staff took to build next season's roster. [ Transcript ]
Published on 5/19/2026

The Big Ten Outdoor Championships take place this weekend, so we catch up with Kevin Sullivan, the Director of Track and Field here at Michigan. Sullivan discusses his coaching philosophy for such an important event and breaks down some of the key athletes and events for both the women's and men's teams this weekend. [ Transcript ]
Published on 5/14/2026

We spotlight tight ends on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Senior tight end Zack Marshall kicks off the episode by breaking down his unique offseason and previewing the new-look Michigan offense. Then, tight ends coach Freddie Whittingham joins the show around the 18:30 mark to detail his acclimation to the program, offer some thoughts on the players in his room, and recount his fascinating journey to coaching. [ Transcript ]
Published on 5/13/2026
