Michigan Wisconsin Game thread
November 14th, 2009 at 1:35 PM ^
Buffalo Wild Wing Ref
November 14th, 2009 at 1:22 PM ^
They had it first and goal at three need to give the O time. Wasted probably 45 seconds.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:23 PM ^
Tate is 14 for 16......That "Pep Talk" musta done something? discuss
November 14th, 2009 at 1:34 PM ^
mostly. not alot of high risk throws.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:37 PM ^
one of the INC was actually caught by Mathews barely out of bounds and down field. The other INC Tate smartly threw away. He has been throwing downfield to Mathews and Roundtree.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:27 PM ^
We shouldn't be because of a bull shit call but oh well were going to have to continue to keep our defense strong and offense firing. This game's far from being over people!
November 14th, 2009 at 1:29 PM ^
great effort but the offense left too many points on the field. we can't afford to do that.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:43 PM ^
the defense has way to many weaknesses for the offense to not click. I know Tate is midway to his freshman season, but I wish he would turn it loose; he looks tentative out there at times.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:35 PM ^
We need a mistake free 2nd half, and pass the ball. Graham is playing like a superstar.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:41 PM ^
I think Brandon earned himself another slot up the draft with the stop that wasn't at the goal line, GO BLUE!!!
November 14th, 2009 at 1:35 PM ^
close win or close loss......
November 14th, 2009 at 1:35 PM ^
We are in it at the half despite leaving points on the field. I will take it. I am really interested to see the half time adjustments.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:40 PM ^
Please God, let us make some quality halftime adjustments. It seems like we have struggled with adjustments after half. Lets Go Bue.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:38 PM ^
that last Wisconsin drive appeared almost effortless. I do like the player moves made on the "D", Brandon Smith in particular, and we haven't given up a long TD...we need more sparks in the second half, another few good plays to build momentum and keep it up. Still, stopping Wisky when they decide to throw the ball seems daunting.
November 14th, 2009 at 1:42 PM ^
This is what I tell my team in 2nd half. "Keep moving the ball upfield. Offense our defense is working their asses off to keep you on the field. I'm fucking proud of our defense today! Brandon that was a stop he was shorter than the goal line. Just got fucked by the booth it happens. Bergen fucking awesome turnover return! That's getting the job done! Vincent keep that surge going youv'e stepped up big today and I have been impressed. Tate I'm loving the arm but man when there's nothing there just throw it away. Don't be afraid to throw the ball away it saves a sack everytime. Guys were in this game! This isn't EVEN CLOSE to being decided. We need to capitalize on good field positions men. Touchdowns touchdowns touchdowns! When we have the field position TAKE ADAVANTAGE OF IT! Fucking shove it down their throats when you know that their defense is sucking air. Keep this going into the second half, keep playing like fucking maniacs in the second half and you will leave this place with a win! Play smart keep your head up! Don't let stupid penalties cost your team a scoring opportunity! Starting now it's a new game! 0-0. Let's go out there and remind this team of what Michigan is made of and what damage we can do when we have the chance! LET'S GO TEAR EM UP! LET'S LEAVE WITH A WIN TO TALK TO YOUR GRANDCHILDREN ABOUT! LET'S FUCKING SHOVE THIS DOWN THEIR THROATS! LET'S GO BLUE!
November 14th, 2009 at 1:55 PM ^
cover a Wisconsin WR/TE over the middle of the field.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:00 PM ^
Need more coverage. Toon's getting too open.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:59 PM ^
Ezeh is just terrible. Seriously. I can't remember the last time I've seen a linebacker play that bad. Always out of position. Can't cover anyone. Just sad.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:02 PM ^
We have to do something to stop their passing, we're getting
carved up.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:02 PM ^
Anyone else sick of the announcers playing with Toon's name with terrible puns?
November 14th, 2009 at 2:07 PM ^
4th down completion! Great catch by Hemmingway!
November 14th, 2009 at 2:08 PM ^
FUCK YEAH OFFENSE! That's what I'm talking about!
November 14th, 2009 at 2:08 PM ^
This year coupled with last year are going to put me in an early grave.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:08 PM ^
I'll second that, and the comment about UM's victory over Purdue.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:18 PM ^
Well it's an 11 point game now. Need another Touchdown scoring drive. Field goal for 3 wouldn't hurt either.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:19 PM ^
Holy fuck our defense is bad. Words can't even describe it.
Another QB with a career day. Why am I not surprised?
November 14th, 2009 at 2:19 PM ^
Its blows my mind how god awful this defense is. It can be 1st and 20 or 3rd and 6,doesn't matter they can't stop anything. Is this the worst defense ever at Michigan? oh my god.Play the freshman for ' sakes,can't be any worse than this garbage thats playing in the (def.) backfield.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:40 PM ^
Yes, i believe it is, at least since i started following the team in 1976...disgusting.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:23 PM ^
A very good receiver makes that catch
November 14th, 2009 at 2:24 PM ^
That's all I have to say about that turnover
November 14th, 2009 at 2:26 PM ^
Throw it up. Same thing as a punt in that situation. Still very frustrating to watch this team not compete in the second half of games.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:32 PM ^
Hello from Florida. I'm watching the game from a local sports bar with a few Wolverine fans.
As frustrating as the season is, we are still cheering on the Maize & Blue.
I believe in Rich Rodriguez, and now that the Wolverines will be back.
Go Blue.!
November 14th, 2009 at 2:37 PM ^
Welcome. New to the blog? If so I need to warn you that it will take away from you daily productivity at work. I check it about 20 times a day.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:33 PM ^
Put that probably just sealed it
November 14th, 2009 at 2:40 PM ^
I can't believe I didn't lay $100 on Wisconsin ATS.
How did Brian ever think we'd hold them to 30 points?
November 14th, 2009 at 2:38 PM ^
It sure is fun being the laughingstock of the Big Ten...again.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:38 PM ^
How can the defense be this bad? I realize we don't have any stars, but a regular division one defense should not be this bad. They would have a hard time holding a MAC team, and they are simply really bad all around.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:39 PM ^
Bad players + bad coaches = bad defense
November 14th, 2009 at 2:42 PM ^
Young players + missed assignments = Bad defense.
November 14th, 2009 at 3:08 PM ^
We really need to figure out a better way to use him. When he lines up at QB, he runs it 80% of the time. Way to predictable. Why don't we but him in at RB or in the slot and run a reverse where he throws the ball? Or just use him as a decoy? Take advantage of his athletic ability at least. That's the one thing I would blame on the coaches. Walk-ons on D? Point the finger at Lloyd.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:39 PM ^
not one fucking road win. I'm not looking forward to next week.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:45 PM ^
The one thing I am looking forward to about next week are the endless posts about how OSU isn't "that good" and how we can beat them if the D makes a few big stops. I'm not even going to watch it, I can't stand seeing it, it's not really even a rivalry anymore.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:41 PM ^
After watching this D the past few weeks I think we can crown Central the best team in the state without a wink.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:44 PM ^
Rich looks like he is getting ready to have a breakdown on the sideline. Pure frustration starting to bubble over.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:44 PM ^
The Wolverines are going to be winless on the road, and that is just unacceptable. Wisconsin is getting close to 500 yards of total offense today...and that;s with an INT, and a recovered fumble for a TD...just terrible.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:49 PM ^
joke. We can't even play the rest of the game in the 2nd half.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:49 PM ^
The UM Fan Bunker is being built, so pitch in. Remember to bring sunglasses, because seeing the sun for the first time in almost a year can hurt. Do Your Part!
November 14th, 2009 at 2:57 PM ^
Basketball and Hockey teams. Hopefully some redemption or a new sense of pride can come from another area this season. I'd love to see our basketball team go to the NCAA tournament again and hockey win the CCHA. They have a good chance our hockey team looks strong!
November 14th, 2009 at 3:07 PM ^
First the Bad:
1. This is the worst defense Michigan has had in the 25 years I have been watching them, and likely the worst in Michigan history.
2. Yeah, the offensive line(minus Molk) is pretty sorry too.
3. Halftime adjustments? What are those?
And the Good:
1. Vincent Smith is considerably better than Carlos Brown. The offense should be considerably improved next year.
2. The defense flashed the ability to stop the run in the first half. Now they need to build the depth to carry that through 4 quarters.(Or hell, 3 quarters would be nice).
3. Rich Rodriguez looked considerably less like an angry drunk on the sidelines than he has in more than a month. Self awareness is a beautiful thing.
The takeaway: Yeah, Jay Hopson and Tony Gibson should probably be moved to positions less related to football. Michigan is going to put a lot of points on the board next year. The other team probably will too. Wish Ron English could've been persuaded to stay on.
November 14th, 2009 at 3:34 PM ^
who interviewed for the HC job as the D coordinator. Nothing against English, but how is his D doing over at Eastern?