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Defend the Block 386 - Mike Boynton Jr.

Defend the Block
Published on 5/19/2026
Defend the Block
Published on 5/19/2026
Brian concludes his series of interviews with returning assistant coaches, as Mike Boynton Jr. is his guest on Defend the Block this week. Boynton reflects on the Wolverines' run to the 2026 national championship and details the approach Michigan's staff took to build next season's roster.
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