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Defend the Block 310 - Mike Boynton Jr.
Defend the Block
Published on 5/13/2025
Defend the Block
Published on 5/13/2025
Assistant Coach Mike Boynton Jr. joins us for a wide-ranging conversation this week on Defend the Block. Coach Boynton details his first year in Ann Arbor, reflects on some of the key moments from last season, shares some early thoughts on next year's journey, and talks some Pistons basketball.
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With the basketball regular season just two months away, we check in with a player from both Michigan programs this week on Defend the Block. Graduate transfer Courtney Ogden kicks off the episode by discussing her decision to join the Wolverines, the key elements of her game, and some early observations from summer practices. Then, freshman Malachi Brown stops by at the 15:30 mark to break down his unique path to Ann Arbor, reflect on the days following the head coaching change, and detail the key aspects of his game.
Published on 9/1/2026
During this week's "Seven from 77," Jon discusses some knowns and unknowns about Michigan's offense and defense, with the season opener a week-and-a-half away. He also shares some preseason predictions outside of the Big Ten and breaks down a few storylines for the eight FBS games this weekend. Then, around the 42:30 mark, defensive line coach Larry Black reacts to Michigan's work during training camp and breaks down some of the key contributors in his room. [ Transcript ]
Published on 8/26/2026
Michigan men's basketball has a talented freshman class getting acclimated to the program, and Brian Boesch visits with two of them on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Brandon McCoy Jr. discusses his commitment to the program during the Final Four, his journey to Ann Arbor, and some key aspects of his game. Then, around the 18:45 mark, Quinn Costello reflects on his decision to become a Wolverine, breaks down his strengths and areas of improvement on the court, and shares how his parents helped him reach college basketball. [ Transcript ]
Published on 8/25/2026
On a bonus edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer, Jon Jansen sits down with two of the Wolverines' newly-elected captains. Defensive lineman Trey Pierce kicks off the episode, and running back Jordan Marshall stops by around the seven-minute mark. [ Transcript | Watch ]
Published on 8/21/2026
