HAIL TO THE VICTORS VALIANT!
December 31, 2013
Game Report Posted: April 03, 2010 16:18
#2 Michigan beat #1 Nebraska 37-21 to win the BCS National Championship trophy on a rainy night in Pasadena. Michigan said that they felt slighted when the voters moved Nebraska ahead of them in the polls, but coach Jello stated that there's only 1 time when the #1 ranking matters, and that's at the end of the season. Still, Michigan's players played as though they all had chips on their shoulders.
This game was a contrast between 2 very different offensive philosophies. Michigan, who ran the ball very well, only attempted 11 passes compared to 43 rushes. Nebraska, outside of a few sacks and coverage scrambles, only ran the ball a shocking two times during the entire game compared to 34 passes. It also pitted 2 young sophomore QBs against each other in Mark Charles from Michigan and Heisman winner Alford of Nebraska. Charles played well while Alford may have been suffering a bit from the Heisman Hangover.
Michigan dominated the 1st half. Their 1st 2 drives stalled in Nebraska territory, but they still managed to get 2 FGs out of them. When Mark Charles scored on a QB sneak with 5s remaining in the half, Michigan took a 13-0 lead into halftime. After Michigan added a 0 yard TD run by SR HB Fitz Toussaint halfway through the 3rd quarter Michigan had their largest lead of the game, 20-0. After this, Nebraska went into 5 WR, throw every down mode and Michigan countered with a quarters defensive package. For the most part Michigan didn't have much of an answer for the Nebraska 5 WR attack. Coach Jello decided to play it safe and try to bend, but not break and it worked pretty well. While they did end up giving up almost 300 yards passing, they also picked off the Heisman winner 3 times in the game. This would be the difference in the game.
While the Huskers were throwing all over the field, Michigan was running all over it. Nebraska didn't have an answer for the Michigan ground game, particularly in the middle of their 3-4 defense. Michigan would churn out 170 yards and 3 TDs on the ground, led my SR HB Vincent Smith (who clearly didn't want to go out a loser) with 112 yards and a TD on 19 carries. Michigan's O-line really deserves most of the credit, however, as they were blowing open holes in the soft Nebraska front 7 to the tune of 16 pancakes on the day.
Michigan had some stars on defense too. Superstar DT A.J. Keller, who had a pretty disappointing season, came though when he was needed most with 3 sacks. FR CB Thomas Henderson, who only saw playing time after SR CB Austin Hill was knocked out for the game with an injury, came up huge with 2 INTs. Speaking of injuries, SO QB Mark Charles was injured twice in the game, including a injury that forced him to miss almost the entire 4th quarter. SR backup Ian Heffner relieved him, and while he didn't have to throw often, he made some huge runs that kept the ball in Michigan's hands. Michigan dominated the TOP with 18.5 minutes to Nebraska's 9.5.
Coach Jello will enjoy this championship for now as he waits to see if this will lead to a mass exodus of star players from his team like he fears it will
OUCH! Who the hell forgot to pack the lube?!?
October 12, 2013
Game Report Posted: March 11, 2010 02:35
Michigan just beat up Illinois in this oneDon't be fooled by Illinois' 0-5 record and 11.9 PPG. This team is actually pretty terrible. On Michigan's 2nd play from scrimmage SR WR Jeremy Gallon caught a screen pass 4 yards behind the line of scrimmage and took it 70 yards for a 66 yard TD reception. Things only got worse for Illinois from there en route to a 59-0 drubbing.
I go on and on about how studly SO WR Greg Banks is (he caught 3 balls for 136 yards and 2 TDs) and the following highlight shows what an all around awesome player he is. Don't watch the WR who catches the pass (#18), but check out Banks (#1) on the right of the screen. First he pancakes his defender, then he runs downfield and takes another defender out of the play. Gallon gets the 66 yard TD reception, but without Banks, this is a 3 yard completion.
http://www.easports.com/media/play/video/17773799
Michigan's starters only played a half in this one as they took a 35-0 lead into the half thanx to 369 yards of total offense. Charles threw for a Michigan record 5 TD passes (on only 7 completions!) including 66 and 85 yarders. 6 players rushed for at least 20 yards. Michigan's defense only allowed 117 total yards. With the 2nd team, FR phenom Lamont West carried the ball 6 times for 44 yards and 2 TDs.
Next Michigan will take on the Boilermakers of Purdue.
Michigan Rides Momentum Roller Coaster to Maintain Little Brown Jug
October 5, 2013
Game Report Posted: March 11, 2010 02:36
Toussaint Amassed 298 all purpose yards against MinnesotaMichigan held on to beat Minnesota in a game that featured many ups and downs. Michigan took a 7-3 lead after 1 thanx to Mark Charles taking the first snap 43 yards for a TD. The 2nd quarter would see Michigan outscore Minn. 14-0. In the 3rd quarter Minnesota outscored Michigan 21-0, taking their 1st lead of the game. The 4th quarter saw Michigan put away the Gophers by outscoring them 28-0. The game wasn't decided until Mark Charles scored on his 2nd TD run of the game with 40 seconds remaining. On the ensuing drive, Minnesota went 3 and out and Fitz Toussaint returned the punt 72 yards for his first PR for a TD which made the game look more comfortable than it really was.
Charles was horrible throwing the ball as he only completed 5 of 14 passes for 68 yards and 3 INTs. Luckily Michigan pounded the Beavers on the ground to the tune of 301 yards rushing and 5 TDs. Charles had his 2nd consecutive 100 yards rushing performance. In the 1st half, starting HB Vincent Smith continued to struggle as he has all season. Backup Fitz Toussaint had a couple of big runs so he got the start in the 2nd half. He ended the game with 151 rushing yards and 298 all purpose yards and 3 total TDs on the day. Defensively Jerome Williams had a big day with 2 INTs.
Next up for the 6-0 Wolverines is a winless Illinois team.
Charles and Banks Explode All Over the Hoosier Defense
September 28, 2013
Game Report Posted: March 06, 2010 03:51
QB Charles and WR Banks were unstoppable for Indiana's defenseMichigan's offense finally got their shit together as they worked over the Hoosier defense. In the end the day would be a record breaking day 1 Wolverine. Mark Charles (who surprisingly enough wasn't named the player of the game) played out of his mind and showed flashes of his potential. He completed 10 of 15 passes for a mind boggling 232 yards and 3 TDs. On top of this, he led the team in rushing with 16 carries for 104 yards and 2 more TDs. Despite this amazing day, fellow SO Greg Banks was not to be outdone. He caught 6 passes for 3 TDs and a new Michigan school record of 198 yards receiving (breaking Jack Clancy's 1966 record by 1 yard).
With the game finally comfortable halfway through the 4th quarter coach Jello put in the subs and Wolverine fans caught a glimpse of the future. With 2 minutes to play, highly touted FR HB Lamont West made a nice cut and then was gone on a 35 yard TD run. One can only imagine how good this kid will be once he gets some experience.
Michigan's defense left much to be desired as they allowed 142 rushing and 318 passing yards. If it weren't for 3 INTs, Indiana would've likely scored at least 40 points. Next up for Michigan is a home game against rival Minnesota. Coach Jello is expected to have several potential recruits in attendance so let's hope that the offense plays this well next week and that the defense steps up their game.
Michigan Survives 4th Scare in a Row, 37-34
September 21, 2013
Game Report Posted: March 04, 2010 05:04
Nothing was working for Michigan against Iowa in the Big House.
On Iowa's 1st play from scrimmage, Michigan forced a fumble which was picked up by a fat O-lineman who then ran ahead for 60 yards before he could be caught.
Charles was sacked 8 times.
Charles threw 2 INTs, including a pick 6 on their own 10 yard line.
All World WR Greg Banks was knocked out of the game after 1 catch in the 1st quarter.
All World HB Vincent Smith was knocked out of the game early in the 3rd quarter.
Michigan's offense was out gained, out rushed, and out passed by the Hawkeyes.
Despite all of this, Michigan found a way to win. SR HB Fitz Toussaint came up huge on special teams as he returned 2 kickoffs for over 75 yards including 1 for a TD. Charles ran the ball decently well as he ended up with 26 rushing yards despite the 8 sacks. While dropping back, however, he looked lost without his #1 target Banks.
This is Michigan's 4th victory of the season, but they have only outscored their opponents by a total of 22 points. Unless they can get their shit together soon, they will likely squander the opportunity they gave themselves by beating Notre Dame this season. Unless they can start to gel as a team, they will have no shot of playing for a National Championship.
Toussaint's kick returns helped spark the Wolverines to a victory over Iowa.More Posts...
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2013 Schedule | ||||
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WK | Opponent | Rank | COV | Result |
1 | ||||
2 | #2 Notre Dame | 1 | W 34-24 | |
3 | #20 Mississippi State | 1 | W 23-20 OT | |
4 | @ Army | 2 | W 20-14 | |
5 | Iowa | 2 | W 37-34 | |
6 | @ Indiana | 3 | W 49-20 | |
7 | Minnesota | 3 | W 49-24 | |
8 | @ Illinois | 3 | W 59-0 | |
9 | @ Purdue | 3 | W 31-6 | |
10 | Michigan State | 3 | W 20-17 | |
11 | @ #4 Virginia Tech | 3 | W 54-23 | |
12 | Northwestern | 1 | W 58-14 | |
13 | @ #8 Ohio State | 1 | W 28-23 | |
14 | ||||
15 | ||||
16 | ||||
17 | @ #1 Nebraska | 2 | W 37-21 |
Passing | |||||||||||||
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Nameplayer_name | COMPcomp | ATTatt | YARDSyds | TDtd | INTints | ||||||||
Charles Mark | 127 | 191 | 1864 | 20 | 16 | ||||||||
Rushing | |||||||||||||
Nameplayer_name | ATTatt | YDSyds | TDtd | LONGlong_run | FUMBfumb | ||||||||
Charles Mark | 183 | 753 | 13 | 49 | 5 | ||||||||
Receiving | |||||||||||||
Nameplayer_name | RECrec | YDSyds | TDtd | LONGlong_rec | DROPSdrops | ||||||||
Banks Greg | 48 | 984 | 9 | 85 | 3 | ||||||||
Defensive | |||||||||||||
Nameplayer_name | TKLStackles | SCKSsacks | INTints | FFff | Def TDdef_td | ||||||||
Williams Jerome | 66 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Preseason Coaches Poll | |
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RNK | Team |
1 | Michigan Wolverines |
2 | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
3 | Nebraska Cornhuskers |
4 | Penn State Nittany Lions |
5 | Wisconsin Badgers |
6 | West Virginia Mountaineers |
7 | Florida State Seminoles |
8 | Virginia Tech Hokies |
9 | Oregon State Beavers |
10 | Clemson Tigers |
11 | Oregon Ducks |
12 | Rutgers Scarlet Knights |
13 | North Carolina Tar Heels |
14 | South Florida Bulls |
15 | Oklahoma State Cowboys |
16 | Miami Hurricanes |
17 | California Golden Bears |
18 | Alabama Crimson Tide |
19 | Missouri Tigers |
20 | Georgia Bulldogs |
21 | Oklahoma Sooners |
22 | Texas A&M Aggies |
23 | Mississippi State Bulldogs |
24 | Tennessee Volunteers |
25 | Boise State Broncos |
Preseason Media Poll | |
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RNK | Team |
No Preseason Media Poll has been set. |
Final Coaches Poll | |
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RNK | Team |
1 | Michigan Wolverines |
2 | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
3 | Oklahoma State Cowboys |
4 | Nebraska Cornhuskers |
5 | West Virginia Mountaineers |
6 | Mississippi State Bulldogs |
7 | Ohio State Buckeyes |
8 | LSU Tigers |
9 | USC Trojans |
10 | North Carolina Tar Heels |
11 | Virginia Tech Hokies |
12 | Wisconsin Badgers |
13 | Penn State Nittany Lions |
14 | Texas A&M Aggies |
15 | California Golden Bears |
16 | Army Black Knights |
17 | Georgia Bulldogs |
18 | Florida Gators |
19 | North Carolina State Wolfpack |
20 | Arizona Wildcats |
21 | Colorado Buffaloes |
22 | Arizona State Sun Devils |
23 | Syracuse Orange |
24 | Brigham Young Cougars |
25 | Tennessee Volunteers |
Final Media Poll | |
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RNK | Team |
No Final Media Poll has been set. |
Final BCS Poll | |
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RNK | Team |
No Final BCS Poll has been set. |
Big 10 Conference Standings | |||||
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RNK | School | Record | Conf Record | PF | PA |
1 | Michigan | 13-0 | 8-0 | 499 | 240 |
2 | Ohio State | 11-2 | 7-1 | 359 | 197 |
3 | Penn State | 9-4 | 7-1 | 4 | 245 |
4 | Wisconsin | 10-3 | 6-2 | 402 | 252 |
5 | Iowa | 8-5 | 4-4 | 335 | 273 |
6 | Minnesota | 8-5 | 4-4 | 296 | 296 |
7 | Michigan State | 3-9 | 2-6 | 353 | 398 |
8 | Northwestern | 4-8 | 2-6 | 227 | 261 |
9 | Purdue | 4-8 | 2-6 | 258 | 288 |
10 | Indiana | 3-9 | 2-6 | 251 | 333 |
11 | Illinois | 0-12 | 0-8 | 109 | 399 |