Author: Phil Callihan

Michigan finished 7-6, 3-5 Big Ten Conference, resulting in offensive coordinator Al Borges being fired and replaced with Doug Nussmeier from Alabama. Borges paid the price for the team’s epic fall from Big Ten title contender to the depths of the Legends Division.

The dismissal of Borges will lead to a new look for the Michigan offense which struggled mightily behind an offensive line that was shuffled for practically every game.

Here are the offensive grades for the 2013 season.

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Many may scoff at the phrase “Michigan Man” and debate exactly what it means, but Bo Schembechler more than just talked about it; he lived it.

He had an impact far beyond the game; years after his passing his spirit continues to inspire his fans and former players.

Someday when Jim Harbaugh finishes in the NFL, I believe that he will return to the collegiate ranks. The NFL may be the highest level of football competition, but coaches have the greatest impact on their players at the collegiate level. It probably won’t be at Michigan, but Harbaugh is a “Michigan Man” and someday he will inspire people just as he was inspired by Schembechler.

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How can Michigan roll up 41 points versus Ohio State while sputtering against Iowa and Northwestern?

Michigan put together a great performance against Ohio State, but the game raises more questions than it answers.

Hoke needs to get evaluate the reasons for his team’s inconsistency or Michigan’s next Big Ten title will continue to elude him.

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