In the first episode of this limited series, Free Press assistant sports editor Andrew Hammond sets the stage for the 1997 Michigan football team, going deep on the state of the Wolverines program. To do that, we get the insights of NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika, a former Free Press sports writer and editor who covered that '97 team for the Michigan Daily. 

<p>In the first episode of this limited series, Free Press assistant sports editor Andrew Hammond sets the stage for the 1997 Michigan football team, going deep on the state of the Wolverines program. To do that, we get the insights of NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika, a former Free Press sports writer and editor who covered that '97 team for the Michigan Daily. </p>

Twenty-five years ago, the Michigan Wolverines surprised and then dominated the college football world with a season for the ages. Led by Charles Woodson, Brian Griese and Lloyd Carr, U-M answered every challenge on their way to the 1997 national championship. Relive that unforgettable season, game-by-game, with interviews and insights from the people who witnessed every play first-hand.

<p>Twenty-five years ago, the Michigan Wolverines surprised and then dominated the college football world with a season for the ages. Led by Charles Woodson, Brian Griese and Lloyd Carr, U-M answered every challenge on their way to the 1997 national championship. Relive that unforgettable season, game-by-game, with interviews and insights from the people who witnessed every play first-hand.</p>

Relive that unforgettable 1997 season, game-by-game, with interviews and insights from the people who witnessed every play first-hand.