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BREAKTHROUGH: Michigan vs. Oklahoma Preview – Can Bryce Underwood and U-M DELIVER?

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:13:50 GMT

Michigan Wolverines face a make-or-break moment as they host Oklahoma, seeking to silence doubters and revive confidence after a shaky opener. Can Jay Hill’s defense force key turnovers, and will Bryce Underwood finally find his rhythm against the Sooners’ stout front? Isaiah Hole highlights Michigan’s offensive struggles, Oklahoma’s top-30 ranked defense, and the challenge of establishing the run game with the pressure mounting on Underwood and the Wolverines’ O-line.

The show dives into fan morale, ticket sales, and potential lineup changes, including questions about Tommy Carr’s readiness and the underutilization of Marsh and Hiter. Insights on Michigan’s punt game, rotating offensive line, and the importance of capitalizing on Oklahoma’s run defense keep the stakes high. With a passionate Michigan fanbase at a crossroads and playoff hopes hanging in the balance, is a rebound on the horizon or will Oklahoma add to Michigan’s woes?

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A new hope for Underwood and Whitt; Dennis Fithian on Michigan Sports

Dennis Fithian — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:29:15 GMT

How will Michigan respond after its horrendous opening win last week?

Picks and even handed thoughts on the big tilt tomorrow at the Big House.

Don't forget that Dennis Fithian is on Youtube now at Bluebyninety

MGoRadio 12.2: Something Less Appalling

MGoBlog — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:52:03 GMT

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Featured Musician: Jacob Givens

THE VIDEO:

[After THE JUMP: The show notes, eventually.]

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1. Oklahoma Preview: Offense

starts at the top

John Mateer is back; we got to see the Real Mateer last year—they ran him 15 times—before he got banged up, and that unfortunately is probably happening again. Still have Isaiah Sategna, the graduated slot who's going to be a handful no matter what, and three other WRs they like plus a rising sophomore who's going to be a star eventually. Run game is no longer hampered by the old RB coach, but they've got a lot of new cooks in the kitchen, and it's not clear who's running the show. There was a lot more under-center, they've imported blocking TEs and FBs, and they're playing 3 of them at a time. Last year Arbuckle ran his Wazzu RPO-heavy passing spread; this year the linemen are going downfield. Their OL situation is messed up right now with a lot of injuries clouding things at LT, C, and RG, and insiders are skeptical about the program's report that two of their ~6 starter-caliber guys will be fully back. So...true freshman center against Trey Pierce, eh? If Oklahoma turns this into a blowout it's because they are winning the TE vs Michigan LBs battle, which is a real concern given the LBs have to respect Mateer's legs and arm.

2. Oklahoma Preview: Defense

starts at 18:45

Last year Michigan tried to ease Underwood in by doing the things you do with freshman QBs and Venables was sitting on them. You know he can coach a defense because he took over a Lincoln Riley/Cale Gundy outfit and made it an elite outfit. Took him a few years to do that of course, because he had to raise his own elite recruits. But yo: Cole Sullivan isn't even starting. They've made him the more linebacker option at CHEETAH, the VIPER equivalent. Secondary are all returning starters, front are all experienced guys. Alex was surprised however how much the UTEP run game worked on them, especially on Stone, the DT expected to be the first taken in the Draft. That was a Rich Rod 2008 effect somewhat: UTEP spread out and ran the QB and did interesting things to mess with the way Oklahoma defenders get upfield quickly. Michigan can't do what they did last year: NEED to hit some deep shots on 1st down.

3. WMU After Review: Offense

starts at 38:04

4. WMU After Review: Defense

starts at 55:24

Not great, actually. Big mistake scores in the LBs, John-Henry Daley was JAG. Did find a lot of +1 or +0.5 events for Dominic Nichols, including playing AROs well, and think Bowles is exciting in a Don Brown death marmot kind of way if they can have him not blow Day 1 things. But want more at 3rd DT than Lea'ea being a supreme effort guy—got two plays from Palepale in six snaps so there's upside here. Cam Brandt getting crushed is bad news for all of the young DEs. Nate Marshall had a young guy mistake so you see why they preferred the senior, but these guys are going to have to get a lot better. Secondary not much to say: they were fighting screens but not a lot downfield.

Featured Artist: Jacob Givens

I'm only barely on Instagram, but when I'm on there I'm usually sharing music stuff with my besties, who were all in an Ann Arbor band that tried to "make it." Jacob Givens is us, minus the Michigan football text chain. He also was making music around the same time as my friends, and finally shared it online. He's not as good at singing, but the composition and lyrics are so good I want to make a Jacob Givens video of me and my friends listening to Jacob Givens for the first time. Probably of Fluorescent.

If you've got music and won't issue a takedown notice on YouTube, I'd love to feature it on future episodes.

Songs:

Tabula Rasa
Fluorescent
Pendulum

Also because Across 110th Street will get our Youtubes taken down, the opener and outro:

“The Employee is Not Afraid”—Bear vs. Shark
“Ruska Vodka”—Motorboat

Oklahoma Predictions

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:37:08 GMT

2026 Michigan Football - Game 2 Oklahoma Preview - Do More

Phil Callihan — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:33:54 GMT

Hail Mary Fallout, Michigan vs Oklahoma Preview, and Belief Meter

Bleav — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:56:00 GMT

Andy and Jared from Out of the Blue break down all of the media fallout from the last second Hail Mary win over Western Michigan, including the comments from Kyle Whittingham and the staff. They then get into their predictions and players of the game for Oklahoma, who come to Ann Arbor this Saturday. They talk offense, defense, and special teams and what needs to be fixed in order to save the season. They end with their "belief meter" in a few topics, as well as predictions for a few other games around the country.

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Unpacking more Michigan football madness

Detroit Free Press — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:04:56 GMT

Michigan football beat writer Tony Garcia joins Andrew Birkle and Shawn Windsor on the "Freep Sports Show" to discuss the Wolverines. What is really going on with Bryce Underwood? Can he get back on track? And do the Wolverines have a chance at getting back on track and beating No. 10 Oklahoma after a terrible showing against Western Michigan? Plus, the guys discuss the latest rules clarification from the NCAA in light of the call on the Hail Mary in the Michigan vs. WMU game, which would've gone against Michigan had it been enforced that way. And what should we make of the MAC's appeal of the Big Ten's ruling, and WMU's lack of pushback?

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In the Trenches 602 - Oklahoma Preview

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

For the first time, the Oklahoma Sooners visit Ann Arbor on Saturday, and Jon prepares you for the game in 15 minutes on our preview edition of In the Trenches, presented by Meijer. He shares his Keys to the Game for all three phases and gives his weekly Locker Room Speech!

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BIG 10 SQUAD: Week 1 CONTROVERSY | What happened to Michigan?

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Controversy rocks the Big Ten as Michigan escapes Western Michigan with a wild, disputed win—will the College Football Playoff Committee remember? The Big 10 Squad debates the infamous “Clockgate,” field stormings, and the reputation of officiating when blue blood programs are on the line.

Hosts preview marquee matchups: Ohio State vs. Texas and Michigan vs. Oklahoma have the Big Ten’s reputation hanging in the balance. Can Ryan Day’s Buckeyes outduel Arch Manning’s Longhorns? Is Bryce Underwood’s starting job in trouble as Michigan faces a ferocious Sooners defense? Rapid-fire picks, inside jokes, and sharp takes fuel the squad’s preview of CyHawk rivalry, Minnesota vs. Mississippi State, and Illinois vs. Duke. Can the Big Ten show out in huge non-conference tests, or is another shakeup on the horizon?

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BEAT OKLAHOMA

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

A Spiritual Loss: Michigan Won, But Hope Is Fading

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:08:37 GMT

What To Watch For, Predictions: Michigan vs. Oklahoma

Clayton Sayfie, Chris Balas, Anthony Broome — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:08:19 GMT

TheWolverine.com's Clayton Sayfie, Chris Balas and Anthony Broome preview Michigan Wolverines football vs. Oklahoma and give their final score predictions. They finish with 'No Man Knows The Future,' picking college football week 2 games from around the country.

Here are estimated time stamps for each topic:

(00:00) Intro
(00:32) Michigan vs. Oklahoma overview
(11:05) Polymarket ad
(12:06) Michigan offense vs. Oklahoma defense
(28:19) Gametime ad
(29:16) Michigan defense vs. Oklahoma offense
(40:06) Michigan vs. Oklahoma predictions
(47:01) No Man Knows The Future

Get all of your Michigan football, basketball and recruiting news on The Wolverine Podcast

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Rise to the Victors: Bryce Pressure

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:52:21 GMT

CROSSOVER CLASH: Locked On Wolverines and Sooners DEBATE Michigan’s CHALLENGE vs Oklahoma

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:11:14 GMT

Oklahoma Sooners look to make it 2-0 against the Michigan Wolverines as Bryce Underwood aims to bounce back from a shaky opener. Can Kyle Whittingham’s overhauled Michigan coaching staff fix the offensive line and ignite the run game at the Big House? Jay Smith and Isaiah Hole break down the high-stakes Week 2 Power Four matchup, spotlighting key playmakers like JJ Buchanan, Jordan Marshall, and Savion Hiter, while dissecting Michigan’s revamped offensive scheme under Jason Beck versus Brent Venables’ battle-tested Sooners defense.

Key topics include how Michigan’s youthful offense matches up against Oklahoma’s experienced defensive unit, the importance of turnovers, and which run game will set the tone. Insights on defensive stars like Troy Bowles and Dom Nichols offer a preview of the trench warfare to come. Will John Mateer find another Heisman moment, or can Michigan’s seasoned secondary shut him down? Don’t miss this must-hear preview of a game with College Football Playoff implications.