Big House Bleachers: Michigan Squeaks by Maryland, Chris Partridge is Fired, and Preparation for “The Game”

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Derrick Moore scoops and scores for a big Michigan defensive touchdown against Maryland.

The latest episode of the “Big House Bleachers” podcast, co-hosted by Michael Smeltzer and Matt Hartwell, delves into Michigan’s recent win against Maryland, moving the team to an 11-0 record this college football season. They discuss the game where Michigan narrowly defeated Maryland 31-24, dissecting the performance of quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who, despite being banged up, contributed significantly to the victory alongside Michigan’s strong defense and running back Blake Corum.

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Michigan Point Guard Dug McDaniel Appears Ready for the Big Stage

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Dug McDaniel dropped a career high 26 points at Madison Square Garden against St. John's.

With Dug McDaniel leading the charge, the Michigan Wolverines, who had modest expectations at the season’s start, are now one of the nation’s hottest teams. It’s remarkable to witness McDaniel’s journey, especially considering the offseason scenario where North Carolina transfer Caleb Love was close to taking over the point guard role. Fortunately for McDaniel, Love was turned away due to Michigan’s stringent admissions process.

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Big House Bleachers: Michigan Manhandles Penn St, “Sign-gate” Turns to a Circus, and Michigan Basketball Tips Off

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Blake Corum ran for 145 yards and 2 touchdowns in Happy Valley.

In the latest episode of the “Big House Bleachers” podcast, hosts Michael Smeltzer and Matt Hartwell discuss a range of topics related to Michigan football and basketball. They kick off with a recap of Michigan’s significant 24-15 victory over Penn State, a win that kept them undefeated at 10-0 for the season, including their conference games. This victory keeps Michigan’s hopes for a Big Ten championship and a college football playoff berth alive.

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Big House Bleachers: Victory, Records, and Scandal: Tackling Michigan’s Triumphs and Trials

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Michigan starters look on from the sidelines as Michigan dominates Purdue.

In the latest episode of the “Big House Bleachers” podcast, hosts Michael Smeltzer and Matt Hartwell dive into the details of Michigan football’s latest happenings. They open with a recap of Michigan’s dominant 41-13 victory over Purdue, highlighting J.J. McCarthy’s season-high passing yards despite the absence of a passing touchdown. The hosts celebrate standout performances by distributing ‘This Guy Right Here’ honors and delve into a detailed ranking of Michigan’s four formidable edge rushers.

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Where Do We Go From Here? Navigating the Storm as Michigan Fans

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Michigan fans celebrating in the stands.

It’s been a turbulent two weeks for the Michigan football community. What began as whispers of NCAA’s suspicion of illegal sign stealing, involving the low-level staffer Connor Stallions, has since erupted into a full-blown media storm. Every day brings fresh speculations, allegations, and sound bites that cast a dark shadow over the Michigan football program.

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This Michigan Man is Landing a 107 Million Dollar Contract in the NFL

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Reports indicate that Rashan Gary will be offered a 107 million dollar contract extension.

Green Bay Packers outside linebacker, Rashan Gary, has agreed to a four-year contract extension, offering a glimmer of optimism to a team facing a string of four consecutive losses. The financial terms, initially made public by Gary via social media, reveal a four-year, $107 million extension that features a $34.6 million signing bonus. While the Packers confirmed the extension, they refrained from disclosing the specifics.

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Big House Bleachers: Michigan Media Frenzy, College Football Playoff Rankings, and Purdue Preview

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Jim Harbaugh and the Michigan program are currently dealing with a media frenzy related to the latest sign-stealing allegations.

On the most recent episode of the Big House Bleachers podcast, hosts Michael Smeltzer from Wolverine Chronicle and Matt Hartwell from Maize N Brew delve into the media frenzy surrounding Michigan during their bye week. Despite no action on the field, the spotlight on Michigan football remained intense due to allegations of illegal sign-stealing.

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Is the Source of the NCAA Leaks a Name Familiar to the Michigan Football Program?

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Jim Harbaugh and JJ McCarthy preparing for their game against Michigan State just days after the sign-stealing allegations were leaked. Photo: Michigan Football on "X"

The recent Michigan sign-stealing saga has stirred up a storm of speculations and theories in the college football arena. The initial suspicion naturally gravitated towards Big Ten rivals, especially Ohio State’s Ryan Day. Yet, a surprising theory emerged, suggesting the leak might be coming from an unexpected corner.

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