Phil and Clint discuss Michigan’s 31-7 victory over Rutgers. With Blake Corum, Junior Colson, and Jim Harbaugh.
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- Michigan’s victory over Rutgers despite early struggles.0:00
- Michigan defeats Rutgers 31-7, but concerns linger about their performance.
- Michigan Wolverines’ dominant defense and offense.2:24
- Phil Callihan and Clint Derringer discuss Michigan’s dominant defensive performance, with Callihan highlighting the opening score as a potential outlier.
- Clint Derringer highlights Michigan’s defense, stating they were dominant despite giving up 200 total yards.
- Derringer notes that Michigan’s offense also played well, using run concepts to keep the clock running and move the ball despite limited yards.
- Michigan Wolverines’ offensive performance in a game against Rutgers Scarlet Knights.6:42
- Clint Derringer notes that Michigan’s performance wasn’t as dominant as expected, despite holding a significant time of possession advantage.
- Phil Callihan highlights Rutgers’ success in the first quarter, including a nine-minute advantage in time of possession, and wonders if this indicates more about Rutgers’ decent play than Michigan’s dominance.
- Phil Callihan highlights Blake Corum and notes the increased passing to receivers, including Barner and Morgan, who scored a touchdown.
- Clint Derringer agrees that the offense did a good job staying efficient, using their base plays and saving more complex plays for later.
- Michigan Wolverines’ game strategy and player performance.11:31
- Michigan’s offense relied on physical strength and power to grind out yards against a tough defense, with a key play being a back shoulder fade to true freshman receiver Semaj Morgan in the endzone.
- Clint Derringer and Phil Callihan discuss Michigan’s game strategy and balance between running and passing plays.
- Clint Derringer believes Michigan has already achieved their objectives in the non-conference games, as they are successfully ticking off items on their list and showing improvement in key areas such as balance and explosiveness.
- Derringer notes that Michigan is 50% run and pass in non-garbage time, with a higher success rate and greater yards per play compared to last year.
- Michigan Wolverines football team’s performance and player analysis.18:25
- Coaches prioritize player health and balance in offensive game plan.
- Phil Callihan highlights JJ McCarthy’s impressive touchdown catch and confidence, despite an outlier game versus Bowling Green.
- Michigan football team’s performance and coach Jim Harbaugh’s return.22:04
- Clint Derringer explains that Michigan’s offense is averaging 12 fewer plays per game this season, resulting in fewer yards and points scored.
- Blake Corum and the team are focused on improving each week, despite their success, and are excited for the opportunity to take over on the road.
- Blake Corum and Clint Derringer discuss Coach Harbaugh’s return to the sidelines and the team’s relief and happiness at having him back.
- Coach Harbaugh’s energy and playfulness are noted, and the team’s excitement is evident in their comments.
- Football game strategy and team resilience.27:53
- Jim Harbaugh is proud of his team’s resilience and ability to bounce back from setbacks, as seen in their 94-yard drive and the way they didn’t flinch after a tough play.
- Clint Derringer notes that Harbaugh’s demeanor has changed from lighthearted to serious as the game approaches, but he’s still happy and proud of his team’s performance.
- Michigan football team’s success and coach’s demeanor.30:46
- Callihan reflects on Michigan football’s success and camaraderie, despite Harbaugh’s suspension.
- Phil Callihan observes that Ryan Day’s demeanor after a big win doesn’t match his success, contrasting with Jim Harbaugh’s joyful reaction.
- Jim Harbaugh praises the officials’ decision to waive off a penalty, citing good sportsmanship and mature play.
- Michigan Wolverines football team’s culture and improvement.35:45
- Phil Callihan praises Coach Harbaugh’s authenticity and enthusiasm, feeling the team has hit a rhythm under his leadership.
- Coaches prioritize creating a positive team culture, leading to improved player performance.
- The hosts believe the team is building towards something positive, with a strong foundation and potential for growth, despite some losses.
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