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Defend the Block 395 - Dylan Murphy

Defend the Block
Published on 8/4/2026
Defend the Block
Published on 8/4/2026
Earlier this week, Michigan announced the final assistant coach for the men's basketball staff, and he joins Brian this week on Defend the Block. Dylan Murphy discusses his decision to accept the role here in Ann Arbor, reflects on his unique journey through the coaching ranks, and shares his early thoughts on the program's culture and roster. [ Transcript ]
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The Wolverines struggled in the second half and lost at Minnesota on Saturday. Jon Jansen, Brian Boesch, and Doug Karsch share their initial thoughts on the 20-14 loss. Then, we hear from the Michigan locker room at the 11-minute mark, as Jon interviews Head Coach Kyle Whittingham and Jason Avant visits with four players: Jordan Marshall, Jake Guarnera, Troy Bowles, and Nathaniel Staehling. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/3/2026

The Wolverines hit the road for the first time this season, and Jon Jansen is here to prepare you for Saturday's matchup with Minnesota. After the radio network scene setter, Jon breaks down his Keys to the Game and gives us another classic Locker Room Speech! [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/1/2026

Brian recaps a busy time around campus, including a big win for men's soccer on Tuesday and the beginning of the hockey season coming up this weekend. Then, women's soccer Head Coach Dave DiIanni discusses his first season in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines' historic victory over number one Michigan State, and some of the key players on his team. [ Transcript ]
Published on 10/1/2026

Jon and Brian are back to dissect the good and the bad from Saturday's tough loss to Iowa. They also look ahead to the weekend trip to Minnesota and react to the most relevant Big Ten and national storylines. Then, linebacker Aisea Moa stops by at the 36:30 mark to discuss his journey to Ann Arbor, the team's preparation for the Golden Gophers, and the chance to play with his brothers. [ Transcript ]
Published on 9/30/2026