Hail Yes! A Detroit Free Press Podcast About University of Michigan Sports

Andrew Birkle and Tony Garcia are back with the latest episode of Hail Yes, breaking down Michigan's surprising win over top-10 Oklahoma. How did Michigan pull out the win? What does this mean going forward? And what problems must Michigan still resolve? Plus, a game of "Something good, something bad." Bryce Underwood's legs bring a positive and negative, JJ Buchanan looks great, but what about Andrew Marsh? And what's going on with Michigan's run game? Subscribe to the Free Press for all your Detroit sports coverage: https://www.freep.com/sports/ Listen to the full Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1cYZIX1... Follow on TikTok: @detroitfreepress Follow on Twitter: @freepsports Follow on Instagram: @detroitfreepress Check out Detroit Free Press for more: https://www.freep.com/ Facebook: / freepsports Twitter: https://x.com/freep #freepsportsshow #detroitfreepress

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? Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports

Andrew Birkle and Tony Garcia are back on "Hail Yes!" to discuss one of the craziest endings in the history of college football. On the verge of a crushing loss to Western Michigan, Bryce Underwood and JJ Buchanan connected on their second Hail Mary attempt after referees gave Michigan a second play when it appeared there was no time on the clock. Tony and Andrew discuss the chaos, how the heck Michigan got there in the first place and what's next, with Oklahoma on the docket. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports

Andrew Birkle and Tony Garcia are back as we've finally arrived at Week 1 of the college football season with Western Michigan on the docket for Michigan football. How legit of a threat are the Broncos? Who are the players to know? And which Michigan players should we keep an eye on? Plus, our second annual player prop over/unders, where we'll discuss if this is a breakout year for Bryce Underwood, how much Jordan Marshall has to worry about Savion Hiter and more. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports

Andrew and Tony are back to discuss their bold predictions for the 2026 season. Will Michigan lead the Big Ten in rushing? How will the Wolverines do against the top dogs in the conference? Plus, the guys go game by game and make picks for all 12 Michigan matchups. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports

The season is getting closer and closer and crumbs of information are starting to come out. What is Michigan football's depth chart looking like? Who are the names to know and why? Tony and Andrew break it all down on the latest episode of "Hail Yes!" Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

We're a month away from the start of the college football season and the "Hail Yes!" podcast crew is here to break it down. What should be the expectations for Michigan football in Year 1 under Kyle Whittingham? Then the guys make predictions for how many games Michigan will win and look at some comps for Whittingham and Michigan for realistic expectations. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

Andrew and Tony were live just moments after Michigan football finished up its media availability at Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, where new coach Kyle Whittingham made his first appearance on behalf of the Wolverines. Whittingham was asked about all kinds of subjects, from the scandals on campus to Bryce Underwood in Year 2, and the guys break down the biggest moments. Was Whittingham trying to temper expectations for the first time? And what should we make of his comments on Bryce Underwood saying he's the best player to ever come out of the state of Michigan? For all that and more, listen to the episode above. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

Tony and Andrew are back to discuss the chaos at Michigan as athletic director Warde Manuel has once again been the talk of college athletics. Can he survive this latest wave of momentum to start fresh? And how has he been able to make it this far? The guys break down that and everything you need to know about the messy current situation in Michigan athletics. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

Well, that's a stunner. While everyone knew Dusty May leaving for the NBA was eventually a possibility, most thought it would be down the line, and certainly not now. But that all changed early this week when news broke that Dusty May was taking the head coach job with the Dallas Mavericks. Tony and Andrew break down the decision, the biggest factors, how much blame Warde Manuel deserves and more. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

The boys are back after some time off for Tony's wedding and some other life events to discuss Michigan football. From Bryce Underwood's development (or lack thereof) to the stacked running back room, the guys take a look at what will dominate the conversation this fall. Then, Tony and Andrew briefly discuss the report that the Mavericks want to speak to Michigan basketball coach Dusty May and what to make of the NBA rumors in general. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

The "Hail Yes!" crew is joined by Michigan basketball assistant coach Mike Boynton to break down Michigan's national title run, what made this team special and Pistons star Cade Cunningham, who Boynton coached at Oklahoma State. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

April has become a very busy month in college sports, with the end of March Madness, transfer portal moves in basketball and spring football, and Andrew and Tony are here to break it all down. Here's what to make of Michigan basketball's new-look roster and what we learned about Michigan football this spring. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

Mission complete, for Michigan basketball. The Wolverines survived an absolute rock fight in the title game against UConn but still found a way to win despite Yaxel Lendeborg playing through an injury and poor shooting from outside. Tony and Andrew discuss just how well this sets up Michigan's basketball program for the future and the sharp contrast to the football title. Then the guys look at 5 names to watch in the transfer portal as Michigan could be big-game hunting as many players from their talented 2025-26 team head out the door. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

It actually happened. The Michigan Wolverines are national champions after surviving a rock fight against UConn in Indianapolis for the Big Ten’s first title since 2000. The Freep’s team is on hand in Indy gives their instant reactions to the game, what it means historically and more. And check back in later in the week for a full episode! Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

Producer note: This podcast was recorded 4/5/26 Tony and Andrew preview the Michigan vs UConn title game and break down why tempo will be a deciding factor for the matchup. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

The Final Four is finally here. We've been circling this as a possibility since Michigan basketball's coming out party in Las Vegas in November and when push came to shove, the Wolverines delivered. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing Michigan's convincing wins over Alabama and Tennessee, then pivot to the Final Four. What problems will Arizona present Michigan and vice versa. And last but not least, if Michigan does get through Arizona, is there a preferred team between Illinois and UConn? Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

It was a fun and relatively uneventful weekend for Michigan basketball with dominant wins over Howard and Saint Louis, and this time of the year, you never complain about boring. Tony and Andrew open the show by discussing Michigan's return to form and why the Wolverines look more and more like a lock to at least make the Final Four. Plus, just how impactful are the absences on Alabama and Iowa State, should the Wolverines see them in the Elite Eight. That and a lot more on the latest episode! Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

At long last, the NCAA Tournament is finally here. Andrew and Tony analyze Michigan's draw in the Midwest Region, what fans need to know about the first weekend matchups and why Saint Louis could be a bit scary. Then the guys discuss Michigan's loss to Purdue, what went wrong and why the Wolverines could be a bit more vulnerable (for their own ridiculously high standards). And last but not least, the guys pick some Cinderella teams, a national champion and how far Michigan will go. Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .

In a heavy-weight fight at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Sunday, it was Michigan who came out on top. Tony and Andrew discuss an epic rivalry game, how Michigan was able to pull off the win vs. Michigan State, and just how special Yaxel Lendeborg was in likely locking up the Big Ten Player of the Year award. Then the guys look forward, starting with the Big Ten Tournament. Are we on a clash course for another rivalry game in the Big Ten Tournament championship game? And are there any teams Michigan will want to avoid in the Selection Sunday draw? Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports .