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Episode Notes: BREAKING: Coach Lou Esposito To Ravens - Michigan Wolverines Call-in Show LIVE 82Hosts: TJ Ronin (@TJ_Ronin) and Johnny OldenFormat: Live call-in show, casual & passionate Michigan football discussion Main Topic: Breaking news (during the show) that Michigan DL coach Lou Esposito is reportedly heading to the Baltimore Ravens (NFL), with conflicting updates about Michigan fighting to retain him.Key Timeline & Breaking News Flow Show opens casually (Michigan-Penn State game on TV, Pistons game, block M pants talk). ~1:35–2:00: TJ announces the news — Lou Esposito to Ravens (reported ~30 minutes earlier). Hosts react live: Shock, discussion of impact on 2025 DL class (elite group just signed, portal closed). Debate Lou's value: Strong recruiter (helped land top DL talent), NFL-caliber developer (from prior stops like Ferris State/FAU), but mixed on-field results in 2024 (DL underperformed). ~6:45–9:00: New update from Doug Samuels (retweeted by Clayton Sayfie): "Not a done deal" — Kyle Whittingham & Michigan "working hard" to keep him; clarity expected in 24–48 hours. Hosts speculate: Lou follows the reporter → possible direct/agent source? Ongoing uncertainty: Michigan possibly retaining him vs. Ravens promotion (he was reportedly "demoted" at Michigan?). Discussion Points on Lou Esposito Pros / Why retain? Elite recruiter → landed strong 2025 DL class. Proven developer → got players to NFL from lower levels. Complementary to Powell (edge specialist); Lou handled interior. Cons / Why let go? 2024 DL underperformed overall (beyond Mason Graham/Derrick Moore flashes). Transfers didn't produce; scheme/coaching staff factors (Wink Martindale rotations?). Some hosts felt limited visible growth beyond natural senior progression. Options considered: Replace with another dedicated DL coach? Promote/restructure internally (Powell already on staff)? Use as opportunity to adjust roles. Other Topics Covered Positive early vibes from new staff (Warde/Sherrone era): Accountability up (lateness, discipline, urgency issues fixed). Honeymoon phase, but multiple sources confirm real change. Old regime had players unhappy with teammates' lack of discipline. Spring game plans (April 17–19 in Ann Arbor): TJ & Johnny attending Friday–Sunday. Meet-up/tailgate discussion (possibly skip Chophouse this year). Random tangents: Michigan basketball dominance (blowout win discussed). Michigan State "dirty" play criticism (Grayson, Fears, Izzo defense). Detroit food debate (Lafayette vs. American Coney Island, Buddy's pizza). Chain/gear talk (Frankie chain 3D-printed replicas). Wild caller moments (heated Detroit pride exchange, Travis vs. Marmar). Overall Vibe: Raw, emotional, real-time reaction to coaching carousel news. Mix of optimism about new staff culture + realism about losing good coaches. Heavy recruiting/staff speculation, fan passion, and classic Michigan banter. Bottom Line on Esposito (as of show end): Still fluid. Michigan actively trying to keep him; final word expected soon. Hosts split — value his recruiting but acknowledge 2024 DL struggles.Go Blue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Opening & Housekeeping (0:00–2:00) Intro: “Andrew Marsh is back,” captains announced, leadership council formed, spring game date set (April 18, 2026). Episode 237 presented by FanDuel. Streaming reminders: YouTube, X, podcasts (Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart). Call to action: like, subscribe, share, super chat for priority questions. Members & chat shout-outs (Goats, Mar, Quinn, etc.). Betting Segment – Super Bowl Odds (3:50–6:30) Seahawks favored by 4.5 over Patriots. Hosts lean Seahawks to cover and win (Mike Macdonald defense vs. weaker Patriots offense). Audience poll: Seahawks or Patriots? Main Segment – Andrew Marsh Returns (6:30–18:00) Announcement timing: Signed on his birthday; announced during dead period (no in-person recruiting). Background: Explored portal options via agent to test market/value. Family wanted offensive talent around him → not just one alpha receiver. Marsh family reportedly helped recruit other WRs. Contract: 2-year deal (through 2027 season). Performance recap (2025 freshman year): 45 rec, 651 yds, 4 TD; standout true freshman & returner. 2026 projection: TJ initially says possible 1,000-yard season; later revises to ~800–900 yds due to run-heavy identity + talent distribution. Still viewed as the most likely WR to reach 1,000 if anyone does. Expected to be WR1 / alpha despite additions (Jamie French, Buchanan, Travis Johnson, Celeste Moa). Offensive Outlook & Additions (18:00–30:00) New weapons abundance (contrast to prior years’ single-threat reliance): WR: Marsh, French, Buchanan, Travis Johnson, Celeste Moa, Hogan Hansen (if healthy), Zach Marshall. TE: Potential step-up from Hansen or Marshall. RB: Jordan Marshall + top freshman. QB: Bryce Underwood working with Jordan Palmer (elite QB developer). Scheme notes (Jason Beck offense): More 11 personnel, spread concepts, pre-snap motion. Better play-calling timing, drive sustainability. Dual-threat encouragement for Underwood. Ranked very high in S&P+ last year at Utah (#6 scoring, #5 total offense). Tight end room remains the biggest offensive question mark. Leadership Announcements (30:00–38:00) Spring captains (final vote in fall): Trey Pierce (DB) Rod Moore (DB) Jordan Marshall (RB) Bryce Underwood (QB) Leadership council (Kyle Whittingham staple): Includes captains + key contributors (Andrew Marsh, Zeke Berry, Cam Brandt, Blake Frazier, Inaweta, Jay Granera, Jire Hill, Zach Marshall, Mason Curtis, Andrew Sprague, etc.). Emphasizes player-led accountability & culture reset. Off-Season Work & Culture Shift (38:00–50:00) Players grinding in strength & conditioning. New staff (Whittingham, Beck, Hill) preaching accountability (self & teammates). Early parent/player feedback: stricter, more structured, higher standards than previous regime. Visible energy & buy-in. Spring Game Details (50:00–end) March practices → April 18, 2026 game (presented by Original Roofing Company). Full event expected (not just closed scrimmage). TJ, Johnny Olden, Maniac, Maze Madman attending; meet-ups/tailgates planned. John unavailable due to work. Other Notes EJ Holland moving to On3 Miami beat (family reasons + possible staff dynamic shift). Recruiting analyst discussion: value in both fan & neutral voices → seek diverse sources. QB depth: Fowler likely QB2 over Hurley (developmental piece). Final thoughts: excitement for offense, culture reset, spring game weekend. Strong vibes overall — hosts very bullish on the offense, leadership structure, and early off-season energy under the new staff. Go Blue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Key Segments & Topics Covered Intro & Recent Context (0:00–5:00) Hosts late due to tech issues (backup PC). Celebrating Michigan's recent win over undefeated Nebraska. Sponsored by FanDuel: Michigan favored by 1.5 points vs. Michigan State (Sparty) this week. Both hosts feel uneasy about the MSU game due to recent turnovers, sloppy play, and rivalry intensity. Big Ten Schedule Release for 2026 (main focus ~5:43–48:00+) Michigan benefits from four straight home games early (praised as smart scheduling by Warde Manuel). Non-conference + early Big Ten stretch analyzed first. 2026 Michigan Football Schedule PredictionsHosts' game-by-game picks (mostly aligned, with slight differences noted): Western Michigan (home) → Clear win (W) Even in a bad year, Michigan should dominate. Oklahoma (home, revenge game) → Win (W) Revenge after last year's loss. Better game plan expected under new staff. John Mateer back at OU but seen as turnover-prone. New discipline + Jason Beck offense gives edge. Both hosts predict Michigan wins a close one. UTEP (home) → Easy win (W) No real concern; quick dub. Iowa (home) → Loss (L) – Host's pick New-look Iowa with actual offense worries them. QB competition (Hecinski/Brown) noted, but Iowa's sneaky style + historical success vs. Michigan = likely upset. Johnny feels better because it's at home, but still cautious. Minnesota (away) → Win (W) – Strong prediction Expect a beatdown / "drop the hammer." Michigan motivated after potential Iowa loss. Penn State (home) → Win (W) New coach (Matt Campbell), lost talent to Virginia Tech via James Franklin. Transfer portal additions mostly 3-stars; building year expected. Competitive but Michigan favored at home. Indiana (home) → Win (W) Tough test vs. well-coached Kurt Cignetti team + Josh Hoover (ex-TCU) at QB. Mid-season game; Michigan rolling by then under experienced staff. Coaching duel (Whittingham vs. Cignetti) highlighted. Rutgers (away) → Win (W) – Beatdown expected Return to no-mercy style under Whittingham. Possible low-scoring if Greg Schiano's defense plays well. Michigan State (home) → Win (W) Pat Fitzgerald's first year; likely rebuilding/mediocre. Rivalry game → close, weird, possibly night game, but Michigan wins by ~7. Oregon (away) → Loss (L) Talent/trenches favor Oregon. Dan Lanning revenge factor; tough environment. Michigan makes it competitive but falls short. UCLA (home) → Win (W) Bob Toledo (new coach) rebuilding. Samaj Morgan (ex-Michigan) at WR noted, but still comfortable win (~10–14 points). Ohio State (away) → Win (W) – Huge call Revenge + frustration from last year. Ohio State's weakness vs. disciplined, trench-dominant teams. Ryan Day/Arthur Smith play-calling questions; no Brian Hartline. Michigan rallies late in season. Overall record prediction Main host: 10-2 (losses to Iowa & Oregon) Several callers/members also predict 10-2 or better (some even 12-0, undefeated vs. rivals) Emphasis: Tough schedule, but vastly upgraded coaching/staff experience (~296 combined years) + discipline/physicality under Kyle Whittingham makes 10-2 realistic. Other Notable Discussion Points Quarterback & Offense — Bryce Underwood gets more structured reads under Jason Beck; should have nuclear games. Experience from rough freshman year should help. Running backs — Jordan Marshall RB1 if healthy; Haidider, Cudjoe, Kapana compete for RB2/special teams. Defensive line — Health of John Henry Daly key; optimistic with transfers (Jonah Lia, Cam Brandt). Strength & Conditioning — Major upgrade (Doug Elisia from Utah); players puking in workouts = positive sign. Rivalry & Culture — Emphasis on "adults in the room," no more distractions, return to blowouts. Callers — Strong opinions (Marmar & Tim predict undefeated vs. rivals; Keith cautious at 7-5/8-4; Michigan Man high on Bryce's growth). Final Vibe Optimism is high compared with prior staff. Schedule is brutal, but new coaching pedigree + four home games early + revenge narratives fuel 10-2/Playoff hopes. Rival games (MSU, PSU, OSU) and revenge spots (OU, OSU) circled as season-defining. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Key Highlights & Timeline Intro & Call to Action (00:00–00:39) Host teases the hire as a potential "coaching masterstroke" and "secret weapon" for Michigan. Encourages likes, subscribes, and notifications for live content. Breaking News Announcement (00:39–01:20) Michigan hires Brian Knorr (Air Force defensive coordinator, 30+ years experience). Recent Air Force defensive rankings: Last season: #118 nationally (decline). Prior years: #40, #6, and #1. Overall, strong top-40 defense in recent past before the dip. Knorr's Coaching Resume (01:20–02:03) Last 4 seasons: Air Force DC. Prior: Arizona (special teams coach, 1 year), Ohio State (1 year), Indiana (2 years), Wake Forest (multiple years). Focus mostly on defense (e.g., linebackers) + special teams experience at Arizona. Coaching since 1992; Air Force alum (played QB). Role at Michigan & Analysis (02:03–03:45) Joins as assistant special teams coach under Kerry Coombs (retained/recently hired, transformed special teams quickly). Whittingham sees value despite Air Force's recent defensive drop-off (compares to Coombs' past defensive struggles but success in special teams). Potential "doubling down" on special teams expertise. Knorr brings recruiting pipeline (Midwest ties, various stops) and vast experience. Additional Context & Speculation (03:45–05:15) Knorr: 62 years old, from Kansas, long Air Force ties (recently expected to step back to linebackers). Possible connections via Urban Meyer (Whittingham's friend; Knorr at OSU in 2016 under Meyer). Adds another voice/experienced hand to special teams room → better practices, training. Ties into broader staff changes under Whittingham (e.g., new strength/conditioning, upcoming spring ball). Program Outlook & Closing (05:15–end) Shows priority shift (contrast to prior regime lacking even a dedicated QB coach). Whittingham's 20+ years head coaching experience bringing immediate changes: excitement, accountability, meritocracy after "distractions" last 2 years. Welcomes addition; "Get ready to learn the victors." Calls for comments on Knorr's impact, likes/subscribes. Next show: Thursday 8 p.m. Overall Takeaways from the Episode Positive spin: Veteran hire (30+ years) adds depth to special teams (already improving under Coombs). Potential upside: Experience, recruiting ties, possible Meyer/Whittingham connection. Acknowledges recent Air Force defensive struggles but frames it as non-issue for special teams focus. Emphasizes revitalization under Whittingham post-Sherrone Moore era. This hire was reported widely around January 28, 2026 (e.g., CBS Sports, MLive, Wolverines Wire), confirming Knorr's move from Air Force DC/assistant head coach to Michigan's assistant special teams role. Go Blue! If you want more details or visuals, let me know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Presented by FanDuel. Live on YouTube, X, and available on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart. Special Monday night timing due to TJ attending Michigan men's basketball vs. Nebraska the next day. They mention recently completing a members-only show (Those Who Stay / Connor Stallions tiers) with extra intel not shared publicly. Main Topics Breaking News – Utah Front Office Shakeup Utah fired/let go: GM Rob Lehen (likely Blechen/Blehin phonetic), director of personnel Sam Morisset, director of recruiting strategy Patrick Jeff, player experience coordinator Reggie Dunn. Replaced GM with Joe Dear-Razzio (formerly USC director of football strategy). Kyle Whittingham reportedly staying safe; Shawn McGee impressing new staff. Strong speculation Rob Blechen could join Michigan in a player personnel / scouting / assistant GM-type role (west coast connections, agent network valuable). Not a replacement for Shawn McGee, but an addition to the front office. Discussion of budget/NIL/revenue-share overlap and whether Michigan has room to add him. Vibe Inside the Building (4 weeks into Whittingham era) Extremely positive feedback from players, parents, high school coaches, and program sources. Themes: Accountability (self, teammates, coaches), energy, enthusiasm, structure, being pushed to full potential. Strength & conditioning overhaul praised — players previously felt under-challenged; new staff delivering better organization and intensity. Culture described as rebuilding / returning to elite standards after perceived drift under Sherrone Moore. Players and staff reportedly bought in; not "gassing up" — genuine excitement. Defensive Scheme & Player Praise Highlighted player comments praising Jay Hill (defensive coordinator): "Best defense I've played for" — versatile, fun, multiple looks (blitz, cover, zone, outside). Hill described as a "football genius" who anticipates plays before they happen (compared to Wink Martindale / Jesse Minter style). Scheme appears multiple / 4-2-5 base that can shift to 4-3 elements; DBs get diverse roles. Optimism around scheme fit with existing talent (especially DB room). Way-Too-Early Defensive Depth Chart Discussion (Game 1 starters & rotation thoughts) EDGE: John Henry Daly (assuming ~80–90% health) + Nate Marshall (hosts lean toward Marshall starting over Cameron Brandt; Brandt potentially rotational / run specialist). Interior DL: Trey Pierce, Eno Eta, Jonah Lea (rotation expected; Lea needs to add weight). Linebackers (2–3 man rotation): Troy Bulls (Mike), Nathaniel Aosu-Boateng (Will), Chase Taylor (high upside, explosive), Nathaniel Stalling (situational / productive FCS transfer). Cornerbacks: Giar're Hill & Zeke Berry (starters, significant NIL to return); Smith Snowden (nickel). Safety: Rod Moore (if healthy) + Chris Bracey (Memphis transfer, big sleeper/add); Mason Curtis & Jordan Young in mix. Overall themes: front six is talented on paper but largely unrealized → hinges on development this offseason/spring. DB room considered solid/strongest unit. Other Notes / Segments Super Bowl odds discussion (Seahawks -4.5 over Patriots; Mike Macdonald & Jay Harbaugh connection). Shoutout to Brutus Stark tweet pushing back on "Michigan cheated" narrative given success of former staff elsewhere. Humorous/rant segment on jersey sponsorship patches — TJ strongly against corporate logos on jerseys (sees it as slippery slope toward losing purity/prestige of historic programs); John more open if limited/tasteful and helps parity/revenue. Brief Ohio State OC hire discussion (Arthur Smith) — mixed takes; TJ skeptical due to NFL track record, John reserves judgment since Ryan Day remains heavily involved. Closing Next show: Thursday 8 PM ET call-in show (basketball + football topics). Appreciation for members, super chats, and community. Classic sign-off: "Go Blue" / "F*** Ohio" / beat Nebraska (basketball). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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BREAKING: Elite Dynamic ATH Salesi Moa Commits to Michigan | Full Breakdown & Roster Rundown Michigan has landed one of the most dynamic athletes in the 2026 class. In this episode, TJ Ronin breaks down Salesi “Celimo” Moa’s commitment to Michigan, why it’s a massive win for the Wolverines, and how Moa fits immediately into Sherrone Moore’s vision for the offense and defense. Moa, a former Utah signee and top-2 ATH in the 2026 Rivals 300, enters the portal and chooses Michigan — and the staff believes he’s a Year One impact player. What’s Covered in This Episode: BREAKING commitment news: Salesi Moa flips to Michigan Moa’s recruiting background, rankings, and physical profile (6’1”, 190 lbs) Why Michigan plans to start Moa at wide receiver Detailed scouting report & player comparison (Jaylen McMillan) Film breakdown: Route running, hands, body control Slot usage, screens, reverses, and deep shots Punt & kick return upside Why Moa is a true three-phase weapon Debate: Offense only? Defense only? Or Travis Hunter–lite two-way usage? Why Moa could have an even higher ceiling on defense long-term How Michigan’s WR room has gone from thin to loaded How Moa benefits from playing alongside Andrew Marsh, Jamie French, and JJ Buchanan Why Michigan’s offense can now attack defenses every possible way Special teams impact as a true freshman Film examples showing Moa consistently getting behind defenses Why DBs struggle with his deceptive speed and tempo changes Michigan Roster Breakdown (2026 Outlook): Key returning starters on offense and defense Portal additions and departures Honest evaluation of the front seven concerns Why linebacker and interior DL remain priority needs Transfer portal chaos and roster retention thoughts Final roster grade: B+ (with room to improve) Final Take: Salesi Moa is exactly the type of versatile, high-IQ athlete Michigan needs as the program transitions into a more aggressive, modern offense. Whether as a slot weapon, return specialist, defensive chess piece, or all of the above — Moa’s impact is coming early. Next Shows Michigan Wolverines Live – Tuesday at 8 PM Wolverines Call-In Show – Thursday at 8 PM If you made it to the end — salute. Like, subscribe, and as always… GO BLUE ️ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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