Monday, September 15, 2014

Michigan Monday: Looks Ahead to Utah

Last Saturday was what it was, a un-inspiring win by the Wolverines against one of the worst teams in the country.  This week, Michigan will continue to see where they are at against a solid PAC 12 opponent in the Utah Utes.  Let's take a quick look at what Utah has done through 2 games:


They are averaging 57.5 points per game which is ranked #3 in the nation in scoring
They have rushed for 248 yards per and thrown for 309 yards - which is pretty balanced
They give up about three touchdowns a game on defense.


Ok, so they have played Idaho State and Fresno State which isn't exactly Alabama and Stanford but Michigan's wins aren't noteworthy either.   Vegas right now is listing Michigan about a touchdown favorite.   Which clearly states they are not sure what either team has right now.   The PAC 12 teams love to score and give up a ton of points.   Let's hope Michigan scores a ton but defense limits them to roughly 20 points.   Devin Funchess needs an appointment with Mr. Miyagi this week to fix his ankle.  I love the miss matches that Funchess and Butt create on the field at the same time.


On a side note, Utah will be wearing all white uniforms on Saturday in the Big House.  Also, Michigan will open next years schedule on a Thursday night at Utah.    That smells like a Fox Sports One game.




  • It doesn't take an expert to read Brady Hoke.   Example from his post game press conference: 
    Do you expect Devin back next week? “Well, we’ll see.”.   With Funchess limping around on the sideline on Saturday, he sure didn't look like he is going to be ready.

  • 5 star CB Iman Marshall has confirmed that Michigan will get one of his 5 official visits.

  • BTW: I thought Marcus Ray did a wonderful job doing color for the Michigan game, Braylon even did a good job during his quick visit.   One of the benefits of the Fox Sports 1, CBS Sports Channel, SEC and Big Ten Networks is that it creates a ton of jobs for former athletes.   

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