The Rivalry's new villain regrets nothing he's said. Can Michigan back it up this season?
Summary
Host Chuck discusses the upcoming Ohio State training camp, analyzing position battles and the trend of increased freshman playing time. He compares the 2026 schedules of Ohio State and Michigan, ranking OSU’s as slightly tougher. The episode features a deep dive into Michigan’s new coach Kyle Whittingham and quarterback Bryce Underwood, critiquing Underwood’s personality and development while evaluating Whittingham’s fit for the program.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ohio State training camp logistics
Ohio State's trend of playing freshmen early
USC-Notre Dame series fallout and Indiana schedule
Schedule difficulty comparison: Ohio State vs. Michigan
Bryce Underwood's performance and personality
Kyle Whittingham's coaching style and QB development
Underwood's lack of self-awareness and media answers
Michigan's running back room and new recruits
Whittingham's legacy and transition to Michigan
Michigan season preview and win total prediction
Outro and sponsor message
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