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Via Sam Webb, one of Michigan’s most successful assistants is returning to Ann Arbor:

Frey is one of the few things about the Rodriguez era that everyone would be elated to have back. In his short time here he recruited and developed 3/5ths (Omameh, Schofield and Lewan) of Michigan offensive lineman currently in the NFL, as well as Ricky Barnum. When Rodriguez was let go Frey was instantly snatched up by Indiana, where he developed Jason Spriggs and Dan Feeney. He also ran a lot more power at Indiana than under Rodriguez, if you’re worried about zone versus gap-style. I was worried when Ohio State hired (lately Indiana HC) Kevin Wilson that Frey might come with him. Bringing Frey back to Michigan might not have just given us another all-star assistant; it also possibly just deprived Urban Meyer of one.

It does mean a few shifted jobs on the current staff. Drevno will apparently now be focusing on the interior OL, while Frey takes the tackles and tight ends. With the youngest OL group since we have data—and Michigan likely to start a true freshman at one or both tackle spots—putting some extra coaching resources there makes a lot of sense. Several readers pointed out today that move also sets them up to transition smoothly if Drevno ever takes a head coaching position. A solid recruiter, Frey may also help Michigan close on a few of their tackle prospects.

That appears to mean Jay Harbaugh shifts to running backs for now. That could be for good, or they could wait and see if that extra full-time assistant rule passes and bring in someone for RBs while finding other duties for Jay.

UPDATE: JayBaugh to RBs official:

Comments

1VaBlue1

January 25th, 2017 at 12:31 PM ^

I don't get all the hate for Drveno.  Its ridiculous!!  The offense is hella better than it was just two years ago.  Does anyone really think that offense scores 31 against FSU, let alone even gets into that game?  

Hiring Frey is nothing more than providing Drevno some assistance in working with a very young OL that needs help.  Its a great hire anyway you slice it.  Even moving Jay to RB, which is probably temporary, won't be so bad.

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Ron Utah

January 25th, 2017 at 12:47 PM ^

I think a lot of people are looking at this the wrong way, feeling like Wheatley is being replaced with Jay.  Really, Wheatley is being replaced with Frey, and Jay is just shifting duties.  Yes, Jay may not be as knowledgeable about coaching RBs as Wheatley was, but we certainly need more OL help than we need RB help, IMO.

Drevno is a proven coach.  While our OL hasn't been very good yet, he's been dealt a tough hand and I will reserve judgment.  Drev didn't forget how to coach just because he came to Michigan.

BTW--Harbaugh has had multiple coaches coaching his lines before, just like he's doing again now.

Overall, I like the move, and hope the NCAA adds that extra coach so we can hire a RB specialist.

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Yung Geezer

January 26th, 2017 at 11:24 AM ^

However, that does not mean he is not a great young talented football coach.  He has loads of experience from Oregon State, the super bowl champion Baltimore Ravens, and from his two years at Michigan.  Plus, he's a Harbaugh fergodssakes.  I'm sure Drevno, Frey, Pep, and his dad will have a little input to help him out.  They know a little bit about the RB position as well.

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Michigan4Harbaugh

January 25th, 2017 at 3:42 PM ^

You belong to the city! You belong to the night! (Followed by mid 80s soaring saxophone music) Oops! Wrong Frey..

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Bp6

January 25th, 2017 at 6:41 PM ^

Initially I was worried about having two offensive line coaches. However, after doing some research and watching some film, it's clear that Frey is a very good hire.

I think we now have the best damn staff in the country.

Go blue!!!



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