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Defend the Block 385 - Akeem Miskdeen

Defend the Block
Published on 5/12/2026
Defend the Block
Published on 5/12/2026
Brian visits with assistant coach Akeem Miskdeen, who reflects on his path to a national championship season in Ann Arbor, details some of the foremost memories from last year's team, and discusses the program's new-look roster for the 2026-27 campaign. [ Transcript ]
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The Wolverines' wide receiver room is under the spotlight on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Sophomore Andrew Marsh begins the episode by discussing his outstanding first season in Ann Arbor and looking ahead to the opportunities ahead in 2026. Then, new Wide Receivers Coach Micah Simon stops by around the 9:30 mark to detail his journey into coaching and share his thoughts on the Wolverines' wide receivers. [ Transcript ]
Published on 6/10/2026

We have two great guests on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer! Two-time captain Rod Moore kicks off the episode by reflecting on his recent injuries and looking ahead to the 2026 season. Then, safeties coach Tyler Stockton joins us around the 16:45 mark to break down what he has seen from Moore and the rest of his room and share his goals heading into training camp. [ Transcript ]
Published on 6/3/2026

We talk offensive line on this week's episode of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. Jake Guarnera kicks off the episode by discussing his acclimation process to the center position and the potential for the Wolverines' offense in 2026. Then, assistant offensive line coach Mike Lynch stops by around the 11:30 mark to reflect on his unique journey to Ann Arbor and provide some initial thoughts on many of the Wolverines' offensive linemen. [ Transcript ]
Published on 5/27/2026

Brian visits with Matt Aldred, Michigan's strength & conditioning coach, on this week's episode of Defend the Block. Aldred reflects on the Wolverines' run to the 2026 national championship, discusses his partnerships with the returning players, and details his onboarding process with Michigan's newcomers. [ Transcript ]
Published on 5/26/2026
