No Excuses, Just Results: Michigan, NIL & March Madness Fallout: Episode 90 April 8, 2026

C-Squared Podcast · Apr 11, 2026 · 1h 8m

College sports are changing fast—and we’re breaking it all down.

In this episode, we dive into Michigan’s championship run, what really made the difference, and why the “bought team” narrative might not be telling the full story. We give credit where it’s due (yes, even to Dan Hurley and UConn 👀) while unpacking coaching philosophies, leadership, and what separates good teams from champions.

Then we get into the real conversation: NIL and the transfer portal. Is it ruining the game, or just exposing what’s always been there? We talk about how these changes are reshaping college athletics…