Former Michigan defensive end Ryan Van Bergen weighs in on Northwestern-Michigan, and much more.

Van Bergen joins senior editor John Borton to talk about the kickoff to the back half of the U-M schedule, which is loaded. The former Wolverine discusses Michigan's readiness to take it on, what he likes, what still concerns him, and what he's seeking on both sides of the football.

Here's what Van Bergen has to say…

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