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734 Podcast – Week 1 Recap: The Return of Batman

Intro music fades in — that classic “Go Blue” chant roaring behind the hosts’ voices.

Host 1 (Tay Smooth):
“Yooooo Ann Arbor! 734 Nation stand up — Michigan football is back, baby! The Maize was out, the sun was beamin’, and Bryce ‘Batman’ Underwood made his return to the Big House! But man… I ain’t gon’ lie — this one was ugly. Like, 2014 Iowa-type ugly.”

Host 2 (J-Boogie):
“Facts. Michigan got the dub, but bruh — that offense looked like it was still on vacation. Bryce had flashes — that 41-yard scamper early had me standin’ on the couch like ‘HE BACK!’ — but after that? O-line couldn’t block a toddler and them wideouts had butterfingers.”

Host 1:
“Yeah, bro, six sacks? Six? Against Western Michigan? They supposed to be the tune-up game before Oklahoma next week. That’s like flunkin’ the pop quiz before the final.”

Host 2:
“Let’s keep it a buck — the defense was the whole story. Justin Scott lookin’ like the next Warren Sapp out there, and that boy Devon Baxter… four TFLs, three-and-a-half sacks? Bro looked possessed. They was eatin’ all night.”

Host 1:
“Yeah, Batman might’ve been shaky in the air, but the new villains on D showed out. And Justice Haynes, that’s the quiet killer — 116 on the ground, another TD. Dude don’t talk, just tote the rock.”

Host 2:
“Still, the energy in The Big House felt… off. You could feel the tension. Like, we expected fireworks, and instead we got candlelight. But hey, a win’s a win, right?”

Host 1:
“True — but next week ain’t no Western Michigan. Oklahoma comin’ to town. And if that O-line play like they did this week, Bryce gon’ be out there prayin’ for mercy. But you can tell Coach Slime gon’ light that fire in practice — probably already headbuttin’ helmets as we speak.”

Host 2:
“Straight up. Still, 734 fans, breathe easy. Batman’s back, defense deadly, and the Wolverines are 1-0. Ugly, but effective. Just how Gotham likes it.”

Host 1:
“Facts. Next week we find out if this team really bout that playoff talk or just frontin’. Oklahoma in Ann Arbor — y’all better bring your popcorn. The Big House gon’ be rockin’.”

Outro music hits, crowd noise fades in as Tay yells:
“734 out! Go Blue, and praise God — football is back!”

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Michigan Dominates #9 Oklahoma, 42–24, in Rain-Soaked Statement Win

Ann Arbor turned into a warzone of wet turf and Wolverines as the 19th-ranked Michigan squad stunned the visiting #9 Oklahoma Sooners under steady rain and 14 mph winds. Temperatures sat at a muggy 75 degrees, but the physical tone made it feel far hotter. From the first whistle, Michigan played like the tougher team in the trenches — and the scoreboard backed it up.

First Half: Wolverines Set the Tone

Justice Haynes started the night like a man possessed, punching in a 1-yard rushing score on Michigan’s opening drive. The defense immediately answered, forcing an Oklahoma three-and-out before closing the first quarter up 7-0, allowing just 16 yards of total offense.

Early in the second quarter, Haynes struck again on a 71-yard drive, extending the lead to 14-0. Oklahoma finally put points on the board with a field goal after star DT Justin Scott left briefly with a wrist injury. But Michigan responded instantly — Bryce Underwood found Semaj Morgan for a touchdown, pushing the lead to 21-3.

Oklahoma answered on the very next play from scrimmage: QB Devon Dampier hit Jayden Gibson for an 87-yard bomb that cut the lead to 21-10. The Wolverines punted late but took a 21-10 lead into halftime, looking every bit the aggressor.

Second Half: Dominance Turns to Rout

Oklahoma opened the third quarter with the ball, but Michigan’s defense continued its assault, forcing another punt. Underwood then led a short-field drive capped by a second Semaj Morgan touchdown.

The defining play came late in the quarter when Justin Scott returned from his wrist injury and immediately forced a fumble on Dampier, recovering it himself on the 2-yard line. Daniel Sinclair capitalized with his first career touchdown to make it 35-10 heading into the fourth.

Oklahoma found brief life behind a touchdown from HB Derrick McFall, but Michigan slammed the door shut. Underwood tossed his third TD of the night — a 25-yard strike to Fredrick Moore — to seal the 42-24 statement victory.

Final Team Stats
Category Michigan Oklahoma
First Downs 25 18
Total Offense 390 yds 343 yds
Rushing Yards 154 45
Passing Yards 236 298
3rd Down Conv. 6-of-9 2-of-8
Turnovers 0 0
Player Highlights

QB Bryce Underwood (Mich) – 16-of-26, 236 yds, 3 TD (175.8 rating)

HB Justice Haynes (Mich) – 18 car, 100 yds, 2 TD

HB Daniel Sinclair (Mich) – 10 car, 55 yds, 1 TD

TE Brady Prieskorn (Mich) – 4 rec, 90 yds

DT Justin Scott (Mich) – 3 tkl, 2 TFL, 1 sack, FF, FR

QB Devon Dampier (OU) – 27-of-29, 298 yds, 3 TD

WR Jayden Gibson (OU) – 5 rec, 145 yds, 1 TD

Game Summary

Michigan’s defense suffocated Oklahoma, limiting the Sooners to just 45 rushing yards while punishing them up front. Bryce Underwood delivered his cleanest performance yet — three touchdowns and zero turnovers — while Haynes and the run game chewed clock and set tone.

Coach Slime called it “Michigan football in its purest form — smash-mouth, smart, and stormproof.”

The Wolverines move to 2-0 and are expected to climb in the polls heading into Week 3 against UTEP.

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734 Podcast – Week 3 Update: “The Nation’s Eyes Are Opening”

[Intro – thunderous Big House crowd fades in]

Host 1 (Tay Smooth):
“Man, oh man… the Big Ten’s waking up, and Michigan’s makin’ noise! After that rainy beatdown of Oklahoma, the nation is startin’ to see what we been sayin’ — don’t sleep on Bryce, don’t sleep on Coach Slime, and definitely don’t sleep on that front seven. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s spin the block on Week 2 across college football.”

Host 2 (J-Boogie):
“Yeah, some wild ones this week! Michigan State blew a late one to Rutgers — 28-27, that’s heartbreak in East Lansing. Duke pulled a sneaky on Illinois, 33-7, makin’ Bret Bielema’s seat feel real toasty. Nebraska? Bro, they hung 63 on Bowling Green like it was a charity scrimmage. Oregon dropped 70 — seventy! — on FCS Northwest, like they was playin’ Madden on rookie mode.”

Host 1:
“And Texas, man… Texas went into Columbus and beat Ohio State 42-35. Arch Manning out here lookin’ like he got the cheat codes, and them Longhorns movin’ up to 10th. Meanwhile, USC just keepin’ it pushin’ — beat Washington 27-19, no drama, no mercy.”

Top 25 Vibes

Host 2:
“Georgia, Oregon, and Miami still your Big Three. Penn State’s sittin’ at four, Florida’s right behind at five. But yo — Michigan slidin’ in at #11. From 19 to 11 in one week, that’s respect earned, not given.”

Host 1:
“Facts. Bryce Underwood outplayed a senior QB on national TV, Haynes had 100 on the ground, and that defense been the nastiest thing in the Midwest. Justin Scott, Devon Baxter — them boys makin’ offensive coordinators lose sleep. Michigan 2-0, and they hungry.”

Heisman Talk

Host 2:
“Let’s talk about the Heisman picture, ‘cause this list lookin’ crazy right now. Nico Iamaleava from UCLA — 353 yards, seven touchdowns. Seven! Bro playin’ like he tryna make history. Then you got wideouts goin’ nuts — Victor Snow, London Humphreys, Mikey Matthews — all puttin’ up video game numbers. And look who’s still hangin’ around — Jayden Gibson, even after takin’ that L in Ann Arbor.”

Host 1:
“Yeah, but lemme say this — if Bryce keeps stackin’ these efficient games and they stay ranked? Don’t be shocked when he sneaks his name into that convo. He’s buildin’ somethin’. Might not have the flash yet, but the storyline? Oh, that’s comin’.”

Looking Ahead

Host 2:
“Week 3, Michigan gets UTEP in what should be a tune-up before conference play. But this is where you find out if they mature or get complacent. If they handle business and Bryce stays clean, this team gon’ be sittin’ top 10 by October.”

Host 1:
“Exactly. Michigan got swagger again. The cape’s back on Batman, the city’s behind ‘em, and Coach Slime got that look in his eyes like he smell blood in the Big Ten. UTEP — y’all just walked into a buzzsaw.”

[Outro – Maize & Blue fight song kicks in]
Tay: “The Wolverines keep rollin’, and the country’s finally payin’ attention. This is 734 Podcast, where faith, football, and fire collide — Go Blue, baby!”

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Week 3 Game Update: Michigan 36, UTEP 10 — Business as Usual in Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor stayed perfect, the sun beamed over the Big House, and the #11-ranked Michigan Wolverines handled business against UTEP to improve to 3–0 on the season. What started as a slow grind turned into a complete display of dominance on both sides of the ball — highlighted by more defensive fireworks, another strong day from Justice Haynes, and a punt return that electrified the crowd.

1st Half: Michigan Wakes Up After Early Punch

UTEP struck first behind QB Malachi Nelson, who led a poised 7-play drive capped by a 21-yard touchdown run from Ashten Emory. The Miners took a 7–0 lead, stunning the Michigan faithful momentarily.

The Wolverines quickly responded. On their next possession, Justice Haynes broke loose for a 58-yard touchdown, tying the game at seven and reestablishing Michigan’s rhythm. From there, the defense flipped the switch — forcing back-to-back three-and-outs.

The turning point came early in the second quarter when I’Marion Stewart fielded a punt and weaved 82 yards to the house, bringing the Big House to life and giving Michigan a 14–7 edge. A Joey Franco field goal and a defensive safety — set up by relentless pressure from Justin Scott and Lugard Edokpayi — pushed the lead to 19–7. Franco nailed another kick just before halftime to make it 22–7 Wolverines.

2nd Half: Michigan’s Run Game and Defense Take Over

Coming out of the break, Michigan’s offense leaned on the ground game once again. Underwood orchestrated a clock-chewing drive, using his legs to keep UTEP off balance before Haynes finished it off with his second rushing score of the afternoon. UTEP managed a field goal on the ensuing drive, trimming the deficit to 29–10, but that would be their final points of the game.

Early in the fourth quarter, Michigan turned a defensive stand into the dagger — stopping UTEP on the 2-yard line, then driving 98 yards capped by a bomb from Underwood to I’Marion Stewart. The sophomore QB’s deep strike extended the lead to 36–10 and shut the door for good.

Final Team Stats
Category UTEP Michigan
First Downs 15 15
Total Offense 251 yds 351 yds
Rushing Yards -4 197
Passing Yards 255 154
3rd Down Efficiency 2-8 4-9
4th Down Efficiency 0-2 0-1
Turnovers 0 0
Key Player Performances

Bryce Underwood (Mich) – 5/18, 154 pass yds, 1 TD; 51 rush yds

Justice Haynes (Mich) – 19 car, 145 rush yds, 2 TD

I’Marion Stewart (Mich) – 1 rec, 79 yds, 1 TD; 82-yd punt return TD

Lugard Edokpayi (Mich) – 4 tkls, 3 TFL, 3 sacks

Justin Scott (Mich) – 3 tkls, 2 TFL, 1 sack

Malachi Nelson (UTEP) – 18/24, 255 pass yds, 1 fumble

Garrett Hawkins (UTEP) – 9 tkls, 3 TFL

Game Summary

Michigan’s defense smothered UTEP’s offense, holding them to negative rushing yards (-4) while piling up sacks and pressures. Lugard Edokpayi and Justin Scott anchored a defensive front that continues to terrorize opponents, while Haynes powered the offense once again with back-to-back 100-yard games.

Bryce Underwood’s passing accuracy wasn’t sharp, but his decision-making and leadership on the ground made up for it — and his 98-yard touchdown drive late proved Michigan can close.

With this win, Coach Slime’s Wolverines improve to 3–0 heading into conference play and continue to prove that this new-look squad is built for every kind of battle — sunshine, rain, or smoke.

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734 Podcast — Week 4: “Statement Season Is Heating Up”

[Intro – stadium horns & crowd noise fade in]

Host 1 (Tay Smooth):
“Week 4, y’all! College Football’s startin’ to separate the real from the reel — and Michigan’s still standin’ tall at #10 in the nation! Coach Slime got the boys locked in, Bryce Underwood got that quiet swagger, and Ann Arbor’s hummin’ like it’s late November.”

Host 2 (J-Boogie):
“Facts, Tay. Let’s set the table — Week 3 was straight chaos, bruh. Tennessee got their orange helmets peeled back by Auburn 38-30, Miami barely survived Notre Dame 35-33, and Georgia handled Oklahoma like they owed ’em rent — 28-25. Oh yeah — Texas beat Ohio State in a Big Ten preview that had Columbus cryin’ in scarlet tears, 42-35.”

Around the Nation

Host 1:
“Oregon lookin’ nasty again — 70 points in a blowout. Penn State cruisin’. And don’t sleep on Rutgers, man — 4-0 and talkin’ slick like they forgot who run this conference. USC jumped to #6 after clownin’ South Carolina 35-13, while Nebraska sittin’ 3-0, lookin’ disciplined.”

Host 2:
“Georgia still on top — three wins, zero stress. Oregon right behind ’em. And yo, Michigan slid into the Top 10, baby! #10 in the land, undefeated, and lookin’ to keep that streak alive. The Big House crowd about to be louder than church on Resurrection Sunday.”

Heisman Heat Check

Host 1:
“Nico Iamaleava outta UCLA still that dude — four TDs and 56 yards rushin’ against Minnesota. He out here playin’ like he know the NFL scouts got binoculars. London Humphreys went crazy, 12 catches, 167 yards, two scores on Oklahoma — sheesh.”

Host 2:
“And Victor Snow? Bro had 100 yards and two TDs against Notre Dame — steady production. Texas Tech’s Conner Weigman and Oklahoma’s Devon Dampier still ballin’, but Dampier took an L to Georgia — still had 228 yards passing and 119 on the ground though. Stats crazy, wins ain’t there.”

Host 1:
“Underwood ain’t in the race yet — but listen — that UTEP win was quiet dominance. No picks, controlled the game, efficient. If he starts slingin’ like we know he can, that Heisman talk gon’ bubble up soon. Keep ya ears open.”

Big Ten Bulletin

Host 2:
“USC and UCLA doin’ their thing out West, but Rutgers 4-0? Man, that’s wild. Michigan State and Northwestern takin’ their first L’s this week, but Michigan still sittin’ at 3-0 lookin’ real mean in them maize unis.”

Host 1:
“Yeah — and let’s be real — Coach Slime ain’t smilin’. He know what’s ahead. Indiana comin’ up, then that stretch with Penn State and Oregon — that’s where the season gets real. But right now — this team clickin’. Defense look top 5 in the nation, and Bryce lookin’ more comfortable every snap.”

Closing Thoughts

Host 2:
“Week 4 showed us who bout that action. Georgia still the standard. Oregon right behind ’em. But Michigan? They got the grit and the faith — and Coach Slime sayin’, ‘We ain’t there yet, but we comin’.’”

Host 1:
“Say less. From Ann Arbor to Heaven’s Gate, we gon’ keep the faith and feed the beast. That’s another week in the books, y’all — tune in next time for the 734 Podcast where we keep it real, keep it blue, and keep it holy. Go Blue!”

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734 Podcast – Week 5: “Order Restored & Chaos Creepin’”

[intro – rain on stadium bleachers soundbed]

Tay Smooth:
“Alright, fam — after that bye week breather, the Wolverines still sittin’ 3-0 and ranked #8 in the nation, but you can feel it… the whole country shakin’ up. Rutgers’ dream run? Over. Nebraska? Lookin’ like the old Cornhuskers. USC and UCLA ownin’ the West. And down South, Georgia still guardin’ the throne like pit bulls on chains.”

National Headlines

J-Boogie:
“Let’s start there — Nebraska took Rutgers’ 0 and their hope with it 29-20, so that makes the Huskers 4-0 and back in the mix. Meanwhile, Maryland quietly 3-1 after checkin’ Wisconsin 24-17 — they ain’t flashy but they fightin’. Washington survived a trap in Minnesota, 17-14, and UCLA… bro, they shocked the world handin’ Oregon their first L, 35-21. That’s a statement win.”

Tay Smooth:
“Real talk, Bruins might be the most complete team out West — Nico Iamaleava throwin’ touchdowns like it’s flag football. Georgia’s still #1, but yo, Bama back in the picture after a one-point thriller over Florida, 22-21. And Louisville and Clemson both lookin’ reborn this season. College Football feelin’ like 2026 bout to flip the whole board.”

Heisman Pulse

J-Boogie:
“Look, this race is wild. Nico Iamaleava still on top — 352 yards, two touchdowns, and a rush score in that win over Oregon. But Victor Snow? Three more TDs against Boston College, his numbers gettin’ stupid. Devon Dampier rebounded from Georgia with two in the air and two on the ground. And Jaylen Raynor at Tennessee put up video-game stats — 404 yards and five total TDs. That’s crazy.”

Tay Smooth:
“And Bryce Underwood? He ain’t in the Heisman conversation yet, but the tape screamin’ growth. No turnovers in three games, commandin’ the offense like a veteran. He already got one Top-10 scalp this year and he dancin’ through defenses when it matters. If he lights up Indiana next week, the narrative gon’ flip fast.”

Big Ten Outlook

J-Boogie:
“Man, this conference look like a movie. USC and UCLA treatin’ the B1G like they own the lease, Nebraska on fire, Penn State reeling after USC clipped ’em 31-25. But Michigan? They the storm on the horizon. #8 ranked, rested off the bye, and ready to face 21-ranked Indiana at the Big House next week. That ain’t just a conference game — that’s a chance to make a statement before the meat of the schedule.”

Tay Smooth:
“Yeah, Coach Slime said in his press conference, ‘The bye wasn’t a break — it was a mirror.’ He want his boys to tighten up the O-line, clean up the drops, and get Bryce throwin’ with confidence again. They got a real shot to crash that Top 5 conversation if they stay clean through October.”

Closing Kick

J-Boogie:
“Week 4 gave us UCLA’s rise, Nebraska’s revenge, and Georgia’s steady reign. But I’m tellin’ you — the energy feelin’ different in Ann Arbor. You can smell a run comin’.”

Tay Smooth:
“Keep the capes pressed and the faith strong — Batman and Coach Slime bout to start conference play. Next week, we in the Big House for Michigan v. Indiana. Don’t blink, ’cause this train got no brakes.”

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Game Recap – Week 5: #8 Michigan vs. #15 Indiana

Final Score: Michigan 26 – Indiana 21
Location: The Big House, Ann Arbor, MI
Weather: 70°F, clear skies — classic fall football vibes
Attendance: 111,247 strong

The Story of the Game

Michigan survived a scare at home in a gritty 26–21 win over a scrappy Indiana team that refused to back down. What looked like an easy matchup on paper turned into a trench war — a test of endurance, heart, and depth.

Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza had the Hoosiers swinging early, keeping drives alive with sharp option runs and quick passes, including a 12-yard keeper to silence the Big House crowd. But Bryce Underwood and Justice Haynes responded, connecting with Semaj Morgan on a 41-yard strike that electrified the stadium and tied it at 7.

The defenses locked in through the second quarter — until Indiana’s hurry-up attack gashed Michigan for an 86-yard, 1-minute drive to take a 14–10 halftime lead.

Then came the turning point: Underwood took a hard shot on a scramble, forcing true freshman Chase Herbstreit into his first real action. The kid didn’t blink. On his first drive, he went 6-for-7 and threw his first career TD to Andrew Marsh, putting Michigan ahead 17–14.

From there, Michigan’s defense — led by Justin Scott (1.5 sacks) and TJ Metcalf (8 tackles) — took control. Scott’s sack streak continued, forcing a safety that stretched the lead to 19–14. Indiana fought back to regain the lead, but Herbstreit’s poise and Daniel Sinclair’s 9-yard touchdown run sealed the deal.

The final stand came with 20 seconds left: Indiana on the Michigan 2-yard line, down five. The Wolverines’ front — Scott, Metcalf, and Edokpayi — stonewalled two straight runs to end it. The Big House erupted.

Team Stats
Category Indiana Michigan
First Downs 18 23
Total Offense 318 350
Rushing Yards 31 154
Passing Yards 287 196
3rd Down 3-7 4-11
4th Down 0-1 3-3
Turnovers 0 0
🧨 Key Players

Michigan

QB Bryce Underwood: 10/16, 163 yds, TD before leaving with injury

QB Chase Herbstreit: 6/7, 33 yds, 1 TD — first career passing score

HB Justice Haynes: 21 car, 90 yds

HB Daniel Sinclair: 8 car, 57 yds, 1 TD

WR Semaj Morgan: 3 rec, 80 yds, 1 TD

DT Justin Scott: 4 tkls, 2 TFL, 1.5 sacks — 4th straight game with a sack

SS TJ Metcalf: 8 tkls, 2 TFL, 0.5 sack

Indiana

QB Fernando Mendoza: 21/25, 287 yds, 1 pass TD, 1 rush TD

HB Donte Lee Jr.: 5 rec, 100 yds, 1 TD

LB Rolijah Hardy: 13 tkls, 3 TFL

Coach Slime’s Postgame Notes

“That’s a grown man win. Nobody panicked when Bryce went down — Herbstreit stepped up, the defense bowed their necks, and we found a way. We don’t chase pretty wins. We chase purpose.”

🧩 Season Context (Dynasty Canon)

Michigan improves to 4-0, staying ranked inside the Top 10 and keeping playoff hopes alive.

Bryce Underwood’s health becomes the story heading into Week 6.

Justice Haynes’ 2-TD performance in Week 3 plus another 90-yard outing here makes him a dark-horse for All-B1G honors.

Justin Scott’s sack streak has now reached four straight games, solidifying his All-American campaign.

Chase Herbstreit just etched his name into the Michigan legacy books — first TD pass in his debut under heavy pressure.

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734 Podcast – Week 6 Update: “The Shifting Storms”

[Intro beat under stadium noise]

Tay Smooth:
“Welcome back to 734 Live! Week 5 was pure chaos, bruh — top-ten teams droppin’, Cinderella stories crashin’, and the Big Ten lookin’ like a royal rumble.”

🧩 National Headlines

J-Boogie:
“Let’s keep it a buck — USC and Georgia still the kings of the hill. Trojans smoked Rutgers 42-7, Georgia survived Louisville 48-41. But check this: Oregon bounced back from that UCLA loss to beat Ohio State 28-21. And that Miami vs UNC upset? Chef’s kiss. Tar Heels still undefeated at 4-0.”

Tay Smooth:
“And Auburn might be the most slept-on juggernaut right now. 41-7 over Ole Miss? That’s a statement. Alabama’s resurrection tour continues too — 5-0 after droppin’ 48 on Arkansas. It’s startin’ to feel like that old SEC energy again.”

Heisman Pulse

J-Boogie:
“Let’s talk numbers. Nico Iamaleava still that dude — 271 yards, two passing TDs, one on the ground, still slicin’ defenses like a katana. Devon Dampier put up six passing TDs for Arizona — six! And Jaylen Raynor threw six for Tennessee too. It’s turnin’ into a quarterback shoot-out for the ages.”

Tay Smooth:
“Victor Snow coolin’ off a bit after North Carolina clamped him, but he still in the mix. And don’t sleep on Weigman from Texas Tech — five total TDs in their win over Houston. The numbers crazy this year, bruh.”

Big Ten Watch

J-Boogie:
“Michigan’s now 4-0, ranked #7, fresh off a 26-21 grinder against Indiana. That defense straight carried — held the Hoosiers on the two-yard line with twenty seconds left. Justin Scott still a problem, four games in a row with a sack. And yo, Chase Herbstreit might’ve just earned himself a little legend status for that backup TD drive while Underwood was hurt.”

Tay Smooth:
“Facts. Coach Slime said this week, ‘Depth ain’t a luxury, it’s the difference between hope and hardware.’ That’s a bar. Nebraska lookin’ nasty too after beatin’ Rutgers — they still unbeaten. UCLA 6-0, and USC ain’t blinkin’. Bruh, this Big Ten got no off weeks.”

Lookin’ Ahead – Week 6 Preview

J-Boogie:
“Next up for Michigan is Iowa, and they better bring that Big Boy energy. Hawkeyes 3-1, playin’ fast and loose. Underwood’s status still in question, so Herbstreit might get his first start in Iowa. That front seven gon’ have to eat again if they wanna stay perfect.”

Tay Smooth:
“Yeah, and Georgia at Kentucky, USC vs Oregon, Texas vs Auburn — this week ’bout to re-write the playoff picture. Every team got blood on their schedule.”

Final Thought

J-Boogie:
“Coach Slime and the boys ain’t just playin’ for wins now — they playin’ for legacy. Four and oh, a freshman backup with ice in his veins, and a defense that don’t bend at the goal line. That’s Michigan football.”

Tay Smooth:
“Keep ya head on a swivel, college football fans — Week 6 ’bout to turn the temperature up. From Ann Arbor to Austin — the hunt for December just got real.”

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Game Recap – Week 6: #7 Michigan vs. Iowa

Final Score: #7 Michigan 35 – Iowa 16
Location: The Big House, Ann Arbor, MI
Weather: 63°F, partly cloudy, 17 mph wind — perfect Big Ten Saturday
Attendance: 111,515

Game Summary

Michigan keeps the undefeated dream alive, moving to 5-0 (2-0 B1G) with a gritty second-half surge over Iowa. Coach Slime’s squad started sluggish, but once Bryce Underwood settled in, the Wolverines imposed their will in front of the home crowd.

Iowa opened with discipline and control, even cashing in on a Michigan mistake to build a 10-0 lead. Coach Slime’s play-calling early had fans scratching their heads — a failed 4th-down gamble flipped field position and gave Iowa life. But when the smoke cleared, Michigan’s stars woke up.

Underwood scrambled for chunk plays, Justice Haynes gashed the front seven, and freshman Brady Morgan made his coming-out party with a 100-yard day and a touchdown. After halftime, the Wolverines outscored Iowa 28-3, behind a dominant run game and a defensive masterclass led by Justin Scott, who recorded 2.5 sacks and knocked Iowa’s QB out of the game.

Even after a fumble from backup RB Daniel Sinclair gave Iowa brief hope, Sinclair redeemed himself with a fourth-quarter rushing touchdown before Underwood hit Semaj Morgan for the dagger.

Team Stats
Category Iowa Michigan
First Downs 9 24
Total Offense 142 384
Rushing Yards 36 250
Passing Yards 106 134
3rd Down 2-11 4-10
4th Down 0-1 2-5
Turnovers 1 1
🧨 Key Players

Michigan

QB Bryce Underwood: 11-18, 134 yds, 2 TD | 37 rush yds, TD

HB Justice Haynes: 22 car, 127 yds, TD

HB Daniel Sinclair: 14 car, 79 yds, TD (fumble)

TE Brady Morgan: 6 rec, 104 yds, TD

DT Justin Scott: 3 tkls, 3 TFL, 2.5 sacks — now five straight games with a sack

Iowa

QB Dereck Dotson: 14-23, 106 yds, TD, INT

HB Corey Smith: 13 car, 49 yds

DT Joe Hjelle: 7 tkls, 2 TFL

K Diego Session: 3/3 FG, 48 long

Post-Game Sound

Coach Slime:

“I told the guys at halftime — that first half was on me. I put us in bad spots. But this team don’t flinch. We corrected, we fought, we finished. That’s Michigan football.”

Bryce Underwood:

“Last week hurt my pride. This week I had to remind folks — I’m healthy, and I’m him.”

🧩 Season Storyline Progression

Michigan improves to 5-0 (2-0 B1G) — its best start under Coach Slime.

Bryce Underwood’s dual-threat play back at full speed (3 total TDs).

Justice Haynes continues his all-conference campaign: 100+ yards in 4 of 5 games.

Justin Scott now a certified All-American frontrunner — 5-game sack streak, game-changing pressure.

Brady Morgan, the freshman tight end, gives the offense a new vertical threat.

Michigan’s defense hasn’t allowed more than 24 points all year.

Next Up

Week 7: #7 Michigan (5-0) @ Minnesota (2-3) — a trap game in the making before the Penn State and Oregon gauntlet.

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734 Podcast — Week 7 Update: “The Shuffle Begins”

[beat drops with a college band snare roll]

Tay Smooth:
“Yo yo yo, what’s good, Wolverine Nation?! Week 7 in the books, and bruh, the college football universe just spun on its axis again. Upsets, shootouts, and the Big Ten looking like it’s straight outta a Marvel multiverse.”

🧨 National Headlines

J-Boogie:
“Man, Ohio State just flipped the script. 17-13 over USC? That’s the definition of spoiling the party. Oregon too — they outgunned Nebraska 48-45 in one of the wildest shootouts all season. Georgia? Still doing Georgia things, dropping 48 on Missouri. But yo, UCLA... they’re 7-0. Seven. And-oh. That’s not a typo. Nico Iamaleava’s turning Pasadena into a Heisman commercial.”

Tay Smooth:
“And Texas? Texas. They still own the Red River. Arch Manning and that Longhorn squad sitting at 6-0 like they been here before. Texas Tech still undefeated too — and Conner Weigman playin’ like a man possessed with 5 TDs against TCU. But let’s not act like Miami didn’t trip — Tar Heels are sneaky undefeated, and Drake Maye 2.0 might be cooking something crazy down in Chapel Hill.”

Heisman Pulse

J-Boogie:
“Nico Iamaleava still the man to beat. 293 yards, 3 TDs, and he made Illinois look like a JV squad. Devon Dampier still puttin’ up highlight reels even in losses — and Rocco Becht from Georgia starting to sniff that top spot. That dude’s commandin’ the Bulldogs’ offense like a general.”

Tay Smooth:
“Let’s not forget Weigman from Texas Tech, man. 5 TDs, 344 yards, and that extra rushing score? He’s the dark horse right now. The Heisman race is tighter than the jeans on a 2000s boy band.”

Big Ten Breakdown

J-Boogie:
“Michigan holding strong at #6 — 5-0, baby. They just bullied Iowa last week, 35-16, and that’s the most complete game they’ve played all year. Bryce Underwood back healthy, dropping three total TDs. Justice Haynes? Still lookin’ like the engine of the whole offense. And don’t get me started on Justin Scott — that man eats QBs for breakfast, lunch, and communion.”

Tay Smooth:
“Facts. Michigan’s defense looking like a movie. That front seven might be the best in the country right now, no cap. But watch your back, Coach Slime — Maryland 4-1, and Penn State’s back in the mix after dog-walking Rutgers 49-3. Oh, and UCLA might be the only thing standing between the Big Ten and a national title right now.”

Looking Ahead — Week 7 Preview

J-Boogie:
“Michigan’s next stop? Minneapolis. Minnesota’s sittin’ 3-3, and you know how them trap games hit. Cold weather, weird bounces, and them Golden Gophers always play like it’s their Super Bowl.”

Tay Smooth:
“Coach Slime can’t afford another slow start. You get behind on the road in the Big Ten, you might not get back up. Expect a heavy dose of Haynes and Sinclair, plus some more of that freshman tight end Brady Morgan — he lookin’ like the next Luke Schoonmaker already.”

Final Word

J-Boogie:
“Michigan’s climbed to #6 in the nation — their highest spot under Coach Slime. But now comes the real test: how you handle success. Five-and-oh feels good. But the climb don’t stop ‘til January.”

Tay Smooth:
“Preach. Next week’s show gon’ be live, cuz we might be talkin’ 6-0 Wolverines, or we might be talkin’ heartbreak in Minneapolis. Either way, you know where you heard it first — the 734 Podcast. We don’t just talk football, we talk legacy.”