Hosts Glen and Chris Howard break down The Game — Michigan vs. Ohio State — in this week’s highly anticipated episode of The Player & The Fan.

This isn’t just another matchup — it’s the showdown that defines legacies. Michigan will need to play a near-flawless game to walk away victorious, but make no mistake — all the pressure is on Ryan Day. After four straight losses to the Wolverines, the Ohio State head coach enters Ann Arbor with more at stake than ever before: pride, playoff hopes, and his future with the Buckeyes.

Glen and Chris dig into:

• Michigan’s path to victory and the keys to a perfect performance
• The mental edge that comes from owning the rivalry
• How Ryan Day’s coaching legacy hangs in the balance
• Why this game will define the Big Ten — and maybe the entire college football playoff picture

It’s passion. It’s pride. It’s personal.

The Game is here — and The Player & The Fan are ready for it.

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In this episode of Plugged In with Chris Howard, I sit down with one of the most electric and misunderstood personalities in sports — Adam “Pacman” Jones. We dive deep into his journey from West Virginia to the NFL, his family life, his thoughts on sports and gambling in today’s game, and a host of other topics that reveal the man behind the headlines.

Pacman also opens up about his hit podcast Politely Raw, where he and TMZ Sports founder Evan Rosenblum take on the biggest stories in sports and culture — unfiltered, unapologetic, and real.

One thing I learned during our conversation? What you see isn’t what you get. Tune in to find out exactly what I mean.

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Chris Howard and Glenn Higgins are back on The Player and The Fan breaking down Michigan’s win over Michigan State — a solid victory, but not without questions. The guys celebrate the rivalry W, but they’re still looking for more from Bryce Underwood and the offensive play calling.

From red zone execution to play design and tempo, Chris and Glenn dig into what’s clicking, what’s not, and why this offense still feels like it’s holding something back. Real talk, honest takes, and that mix of player insight and fan frustration that makes this show a must-listen for Michigan fans everywhere.

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In this episode of The Player & The Fan, we dive deep into Michigan’s gritty win over Wisconsin — and what it revealed about the Wolverines heading into USC week. Chris and Glenn break down why the offensive line still isn’t playing up to Michigan’s standard, how wideouts McCaulley and Marsh stepped up when it mattered most, and why dropped passes continue to stall drives. Plus, the guys celebrate the long-awaited return of Rod Moore and what his presence means for this defense down the stretch. Finally, they look ahead to USC — what Michigan must clean up, who needs to rise, and the formula for staying in championship form.

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We sit down with our friend Angelique Chengelis, veteran Michigan beat writer for The Detroit News, to take stock of the Wolverines through four games—what’s clicking, what’s still uneven, and how the team’s identity is taking shape. Angelique offers sharp insight on quarterback rhythm and receiver separation, the O-line’s cohesion and run-game consistency, defensive discipline on money downs, and the special-teams details that decide November games. Most importantly, she lays out the must-fix areas Michigan needs to clean up to stay on a true playoff trajectory. Tap in for a smart, candid conversation that cuts through the noise and frames the season with clarity. Listen and subscribe to The Player and The Fan wherever you get your podcasts.

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Michigan leaves Lincoln with a gritty W—but it wasn’t pretty. In this post-game breakdown, we unpack a sloppy night on both sides of the ball and why that might actually be a good thing for a young team learning to win on the road. Bryce Underwood didn’t have his best outing and he’s still developing, but the ground game carried the load behind standout performances from Justice Haynes and Jordan Marshall. We also get into the wide receivers—separation, drops, and why this group has to level up fast. Bottom line: hostile environment, tough snaps, real growth. This is the kind of game that builds confidence for the long haul.

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In this episode, we sit down with John McKenney, the father of Michigan Basketball freshman Trey McKenney — one of the crown jewels of Dusty May’s first recruiting class in Ann Arbor.

We dive into Trey’s journey from Flint to Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Prep, his rise as a five-star prospect, and what went into his decision to choose Michigan over national powerhouses. John gives us an inside look at the recruiting process, the pressure that comes with being one of the top players in the country, and why Trey’s commitment to Michigan is such a big deal — especially given Flint’s history of sending players to Michigan State.

We also explore how NIL is reshaping college basketball, what it means for players and families, and how John and Trey are navigating this new landscape.

If you’re a Michigan fan — or just a fan of hoops and family stories behind the game — this conversation is a must-listen.

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This week on The Player and The Fan, we break down Michigan’s decisive win over Central Michigan and what it means moving forward. Bryce Underwood finally had the handcuffs taken off, and he showed exactly why he was the No. 1 recruit in the nation. We give props to Chip Lindsey for dialing up one of his best offensive game plans yet and dive into how Michigan’s offense is evolving with confidence. Then, we turn our attention to the next challenge—the Nebraska Cornhuskers—and what the Wolverines need to do to keep the momentum rolling.

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