Michigan Monday: No Moore, No Loss
Michigan Monday: No Moore, No Loss  
Podcast: The Buckeye Weekly Podcast
Published On: Mon Sep 15 2025
Description: Breaking Down Michigan's 63-3 Victory Over Central Michigan | Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr analyze Michigan's dominant 63-3 win over Central Michigan. They delve into the performance of "interim head coach" Biff Poggi, the breakout game for quarterback Bryce Underwood, and his notable impact in both the running and passing game. The hosts also discuss Michigan's defense, including standout performances from Jaishawn Barham and Brandyn Hillman. They address concerns over Bryce Underwood's decision-making and the potential risks of his aggressive playing style. Additionally, they cover the implications of Rod Moore's ambiguous injury status and the underwhelming special teams performance by kicker Dominic Zvada. Finally, they preview Michigan's upcoming game against Nebraska and discuss the broader expectations moving forward. 00:00 Introduction and Michigan's Coaching Situation 00:36 Bryce Underwood's Performance and Potential 01:28 Michigan's Offensive Strategy and Execution 02:28 Concerns About Bryce Underwood's Durability 04:17 Michigan's Dominant Running Game 06:29 Evaluating Michigan's Opponents 07:49 Bryce Underwood's Passing Game 10:36 Freshman Quarterback Challenges 16:55 Michigan's Defensive Standouts 20:58 Concerns and Future Outlook 30:04 Conclusion and Sign-Off