Behind the Uniform with Jaden Mangham - 'Coming in, I can tell Michigan is different...'

In this episode of Behind the Uniform - Season 2 - we feature senior defensive back, Jaden Mangham. In his first interview since transferring from Michigan State he opens up on the factors that went into that decision. He also addresses the negativity directed his way by former teammates and Spartan fans. From there the conversation turns to the differences he noticed in his college football experience during his short time in Ann Arbor, his relationship with LaMar Morgan, his fast bond with his new teammates, and more. Mangham also spends time detailing his financial journey in the era of NIL, highlighted by an enlightening visit with the team at the University of Michigan Credit Union.

00:00 - Introduction
01:25 - Golden Limousine Golden Ticket
04:34 - Welcome Jaden Mangham
04:58 - Jaden's HS Recruitment
07:17 - Transition from HS to College
08:51 - Playing with his brother at MSU
11:06 - Dealing with the distractions at MSU
13:55 - When did you come to the conclusion to transfer
14:51 - MSU told me not to come back
15:44 - Michigan comes calling
19:13 - What was the families reaction
19:58 - Will Graduate in December
22:52 - Financial Literacy Bootcamp
33:21 - No NIL money from MSU
35:16 - The culture here at Michigan is different
37:27 - Former MSU teammates calling you soft
39:50 - Doing team activities
42:28 - Can't wait for that game against MSU
42:51 - Give a Jaden Mangham scouting report
45:34 - How impressing Michigan's DL is
46:53 - Conclusion

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[YammaChobba]

I'd take Jaden's father (Artie) over Jaden. He was a beast. I grew up watching him play RB and S in high school. Also, he was an assistant when I played varsity. Sort of a legend in my hometown.

[PJW]

Very nice young Man. Looking forward to seeing him on the field this season, Welcome to the Big Blue Jaden!

[teampearson]

Excellent interview, Cuzin!! I'm so very proud of you! Let's go!!🎉

[offskooring_Adam]

Glad to have this man on the team, and not on that team

[j.w.greenbaum]

Welcome Jaden! I love all the Wolverines and loyal fan for years!

[thisguy]

Sad how MSU kicked him out. Glad he got to see a real program and culture.

[demitriswickliffe]

Man is it me or do we have like 6, 7 starting caliber dbs...great depth

[NatetheGreat]

Seems like a great young man. Once again- welcome to A2 Jaden! Go Blue!

[rodtowles]

Our culture is different. Our goals and expectations are different. Becoming a Michigan man is challenging but rewarding. Good luck young fella 〽️

[AFan]

Jaden Mangham is a great young man, and I love seeing him in Maize and Blue! #GoBlue〽