OPTIMISM: Why Michigan Football and Bryce Underwood Can REBOUND and Make the Playoff in 2026

Can Michigan Wolverines shock the college football world with a playoff-caliber run despite major roster turnover? Isaiah Hole breaks down why slight team-wide improvement—rather than a total rebuild—could be the key to Michigan’s 2026 resurgence. The discussion highlights Bryce Underwood’s growth at quarterback, the emergence of talents like Jordan Marshall and Savion Hiter, and whether a revamped offensive line and special teams unit can tip tight matchups in Michigan’s favor. Key matchups against Oklahoma, Penn State, and Ohio State come into sharp focus, with deep dives into last season’s game stats and what needs to change for Michigan to prevail. Isaiah explores the impact of coaching shifts under Kyle Whittingham and the importance of fundamentals and healthy roster rotations. Does Michigan have what it takes to topple top contenders like Oregon, or will they fall just short once again? Get the inside analysis on the Wolverines’ path back to national relevance. Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON. Wayfair Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.  Wayfair. Every style. Every home.    FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.