Category: Football

Michigan coach Brady Hoke did his best to play polite visitor as his team arrived in Arizona for the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl.

“We are very excited about being in the desert.”

Excited was the word of the day as Hoke addressed the media.

Excited to be in Arizona, excited for West Coast-based Michigan alums to be able to see their team, excited about playing Kansas State. Excited, excited—while looking anything but.

The truth was written all over his face.

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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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Both the offense and defense failed equally, bringing about the first major crisis ofBrady Hoke’s tenure as head coach. When Hoke was hired, he was given latitude to hire top coordinators to help rebuild the program. USA Today recently published the salaries of NCAA assistant coaches. How do Michigan’s coaches compare to other programs?

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With starting quarterback Devin Gardner’s status for the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl in doubt because of injury, backup Shane Morris is taking most repetitions in practice. Morris is being prepared to lead the Michigan offense if Gardner, who was injured last month against Ohio State, is not available for the game.

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A coach secure in his position probably would rest Gardner and use the game to groom Morris to be a viable backup next season.

Hoke says that team is playing this game “…for his seniors,” but after two consecutive disappointing seasons and increased criticism of his coaching staff, there’s a lot riding on this game.

And whoever starts at quarterback will tell us how much.

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