Writerbuckeye;828491 wrote:Five years?

You're underestimating things by about half.

You might be overestimating by half. Sure, OSU dominated the decade, but they only dominated the games the last 3 years.

Writerbuckeye;828491 wrote:Five years?

You're underestimating things by about half.

incorrect

nice article on Michigan and Hoke

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/writers/stewart_mandel/07/15/brady-hoke-michigan/index.html?sct=cf_t11_a0

"I can't go [to Ohio State] and take penalties for something I never did," Kalis told ESPN.

I don't blame him (or any player really) for that, but I still hope he goes 0-4 against OSU.

The last time we saw the Wolverines play football, they lost 52-14 to Mississippi State in the Gator Bowl. In what would be the final dagger for Rodriguez, Bulldogs quarterback Chris Relf shredded Michigan's woefully overmatched secondary like so many before him. It marked the ninth time in 13 games the Wolverines allowed at least 34 points.

But Hoke is a more rugged, pro-style guy, who likes his quarterback under center. His chosen offensive coordinator, Al Borges, is a West Coast Offense disciple who mentored former Auburn star Jason Campbell and current San Diego State standout Ryan Lindley. Hoke has begun the potentially delicate process of installing a more traditional offense without completely neutering Robinson's new-age abilities.

I will be interested to see what UM can do about their defense and how they handle Denard. The defense has been terrible and I will be surprised if they can coach them up for next year. They'll have to take their time to get some players and by then I wonder (hope?) the tide will have shifted back in OSU's favor. Denard was spectacular last year and I would be afraid to do to much to change that. Unlike RR, I expect the new coach to work to his player's strengths and not try to force square pegs into round holes.

Just getting back some of the injured guys on D and getting a year older will do wonders. They won't be anything amazing but should at least be able to make some stops. As for Denard, I've heard the coaches say they expect to be 50/50 under center/shotgun, and depending on what works with him that can go either way throughout the year.

dave;833424 wrote:Just getting back some of the injured guys on D and getting a year older will do wonders. They won't be anything amazing but should at least be able to make some stops. As for Denard, I've heard the coaches say they expect to be 50/50 under center/shotgun, and depending on what works with him that can go either way throughout the year.

The sad part is UM does have some decent players on defense. Nothing spectacular but decent. But RR and staff were terrible at evaluating the talent and putting then in the correct position. I think we'll see the D improve just because of the D staff. Obviously they aren't going to be world beaters overnight, but I am excited to see what this staff does.

dave;833424 wrote:Just getting back some of the injured guys on D and getting a year older will do wonders. They won't be anything amazing but should at least be able to make some stops. As for Denard, I've heard the coaches say they expect to be 50/50 under center/shotgun, and depending on what works with him that can go either way throughout the year.

I agree, the injured returns will help out quite a bit.

I remember at the Spring Game there was a nice mix of what offense we ran last year and what offense we will run in the future. They most definitely will let Denard be Denard, but the transition will slowly come, which is what should have happened 3 years ago.

From Tom VanHaaren, BBQ at the Big House visitors:

OL Caleb Stacey - Commit

LB Joe Bolden - Commit

LB Kaleb Ringer - Commit

LB Royce Jenkins-Stone - Commit

DB Terry Richardson - Commit

LB James Ross - Commit

DE Matt Godin - Commit

DB Allen Gant - Commit

TE Devin Funchess - Commit

DE/LB Mario Ojemudia - Commit

DE Tom Strobel - Commit

OL Kyle Kalis - Commit, said he will for sure be there. He's going up with his head coach Finotti, because his coach wants to sit down with Mattison to talk defense.

OL Ben Braden - Commit

2013 QB Shane Morris - Commit

DT Danny O'Brien (6'2", 293 lbs, 4 Star)

WR Jehu Chesson (6'3", 182 lbs, 3 Star)

WR Monty Madaris (6'2", 190 lbs, 3 Star)

2013 OL Steven Elmer

2013 RB Wyatt Shallman

2013 LB Jonny Reschke

RB Bri'onte Dunn (6'2", 215 lbs, 4 Star) - His father told me that Bri'onte wants to go, so they will be going. That could potentially change, but as of today they are going to be there.

DE Chris Wormley - Said via text he is coming to the event.

Not Sure

DT Ondre Pipkins (6'3", 325 lbs, 4 Star)- Might be in for the BBQ or shortly after

OL Jordan Diamond (6'6", 290 lbs, 4 Star)

DB Anthony Standifer - Commit, doesn't think he'll be there for it.

DB Jeremy Clark - Commit, said he's going to try to make it up.

WR Aaron Burbridge - Not sure yet

TE AJ Williams - Commit. He's not sure if he's going yet.

Dunn has confirmed that he will be attending the BBQ.

Hopefully Shane Morris and Kyle Kalis can get Dunn on board.. but I doubt it.

Either way, I really like Thomas Rawls' game.

Yeah I'm hearing good things about Rawls. Camp can't get here soon enough.

WebFire you going up to Ann Arbor on the 14th for fan day?

Incoming frosh Kellen Jones is missing from the released roster. There was rumor that he had been involved with the law somehow and dismissed from the team. Looks like it may be true. Too bad, it looked like he was going to contribute early.

Trueblue23;838307 wrote:WebFire you going up to Ann Arbor on the 14th for fan day?

Doubtful.

Graham Glasgow is now a preferred walkon at Michigan this fall, was supposed to be at OSU. He was talked about several times in the spring, definitely will be a red shirt. Hopefully Hoke and Co. can develop him so most of the guys in next years amazing Oline class can also redshirt.

Yeah I saw that. Good news indeed.

4* WR Amara Darboh on campus today, would be nice to land a big time WR before the HS year starts. His info is on the front of mgoblog right now

got a 2 star FB today. Got to be honest I really do not see why they offered this kid but who knows.

bo shemmy3337;841106 wrote:got a 2 star FB today. Got to be honest I really do not see why they offered this kid but who knows.

Dont see a lot of fb's get big stars

bo shemmy3337;841106 wrote:got a 2 star FB today. Got to be honest I really do not see why they offered this kid but who knows.

I'm sure its already been answered, and I've probably already asked it but...How big will this class be? They are already at 20 I believe.

25-26

dave;841156 wrote:25-26

Yep. And should be no problem now that Pace and Jones are not on scholly.

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Also, Terry Talbott, Teric Jones and Christian Pace are all out this year, possibly done for their careers, with injuries.

Midstate01;841117 wrote:Dont see a lot of fb's get big stars

Very true, you won't see any 5* FBs. However, I do scratch my head a bit on this one. No other major offers, and only 211 lbs. I think one guy summed it up well...

The FB runs ahead of the HB and tries to block defenders for him. We need one of those guys.

Arial picture of the new HD scoreboards going up at the Big House...