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August 13th, 2011 at 7:56 PM
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Desmond Howard as Outspoken as Ever

Desmond Howard is interviewed in this non-paywalled TheWolverine.com piece by Michael Spath.

Howard talks about his soon to be released book, his expectations for Michigan this season, what he thinks the hallmarks of a Hoke-led team will be, Stonum vs. Floyd, and the possible fate of the number 21 jersey.

On whether Michigan should use No. 21 like it has used No. 1 and will use No. 2, as jerseys that must be earned: "You should ask Brady about that. I just got inducted to the Hall of Fame. I have no idea why I'm not getting the same treatment. [Editor's Note: he said this tongue-in-cheek].

"Maybe they may have something different in store for No. 21. It may not even be available for them to earn."

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:04 PM
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SteelBrad
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The guy was outspoken on the field. He's still outspoken.

He bleeds Maize and Blue and I love that about him.

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:30 PM
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northdakotamaizefan
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I respect Howard he tells it just like it flies inbetween his

ears. I also repsect that he bleeds maize and blue like the poster said above me. The guy has a true heart for michigan football. And lets top it off by saying what he said about floyd and kelly could not be farther from the truth. I think it seconds the notion that Hoke is really sending a message to play at michigan is a privilege and should be treated like that. I think the thing i like best about Howard is just what the article illustrates that he is not going to tell you what you want to hear even as a sports analyst. This makes me proud to be a fan of all things maize and blue.

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:35 PM
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SteelBrad
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Thank you for expounding. My sentiments exactly!

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August 15th, 2011 at 12:44 PM
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What is untrue about Kelly/Floyd?

You think Floyd shouldn't be punished? Let's be honest here, what Floyd did was not as bad as Stonum, there is no doubt about that, but there are a lot things you can do in terms of discipline that fall between none at all and being suspended for a year too. 

This is Floyds third alcohol related offense and he is not going to miss a single snap. Look at Hagerup who had one offense and was suspended for the biggest game of the year last year. A situation that left us without a punter. 

Look at Hagerups second offense...what is that, four games? Now look at Brian Kelly giving Floyd nothing more than a stern look. You honestly think Desmond is wrong when saying Kelly is sacrificing a lot for a win? I don't....

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:16 PM
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ehh i dont agree w/ retiring the number BUT he has earned the right to say that soooo....

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:24 PM
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Desmond Should Bust Heisman Pose During A2 Game Day

The students would love it.

I was a freshman & sitting in Michigan Stadium the last time he did it in A2 (that is unless he secretly does it when he visits A2 on his spare time).

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:41 PM
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Desmond and Jalen together

Desmond and Jalen together sure would be an interesting show.  Both of them are not afraid to let it fly.

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August 13th, 2011 at 8:42 PM
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I really hope he calls out Kelly

Before the game like he said he would. That would make my day. Michigan beating ND a couple hours later would make my night.

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August 13th, 2011 at 9:01 PM
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Desmond is a character

I love him, but I don't love everything he says. 

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August 13th, 2011 at 9:05 PM
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northdakotamaizefan
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he should call him out

i guess i am not to worried about the integrity of the irish but what about the young man. I mean what kind of message is kelly sending out oh you know what its ok to break the law dont worry son we got a football season ahead of us lets go out and win at all costs. I guess after we whoop them this year it will make it that much sweeter and it will highlight the decision that hoke made as being the right one.

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August 14th, 2011 at 2:50 PM
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TBH, he has one horrible

TBH, he has one horrible incident, which is the DUI.  The MIPs are pretty meh to me.  Deal with it internally and let's move on. 

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August 15th, 2011 at 12:49 PM
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Blue in Yarmouth
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TBH...

What did Hagerup get for his one incident? Just playing devil's advocate here. We know the incident isn't comparable to Stonum, but this is a third alcohol related offense. So he has been charge three times and for a DUI he misses....wait for it....nothing. I don't know what Hagerup did last year but I will bet my life it wasn't as serious as a DUI, and for his first offense he missed the most important game of the season that left us without a punter. His second offense (again, I am betting much worse than a DUI) he is missing four games for. I'd say Kelly is being a tad easy on the guy.

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August 13th, 2011 at 9:14 PM
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Section 1
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I looked at the thread title and thought,

"This will not end well."

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August 13th, 2011 at 10:20 PM
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I had the same thought, oddly enough.

The Board seems to be behaving itself better today.  Or maybe Desmond hired a better PR assistant.

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August 13th, 2011 at 11:09 PM
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Section 1
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When it comes to Desmond, the MGoBoard

is the least of his problems.  And speaking just for myself, it was never the MGoBoard that worried me.

Somebody needs to insert "clear thinking" in between Desmond and his Twitter keyboard.

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August 13th, 2011 at 9:47 PM
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Michigan Man

Desmond Howard is the true definition of a Michigan Man. I love how he speaks his mind and IMO he has earned the right to say whatever he damn well pleases.... #21

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August 13th, 2011 at 11:12 PM
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Section 1
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If being a totally bomb pass-catcher is all that it took,

Braylon Edwards might be "the true definition of a Michigan Man" too.

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August 13th, 2011 at 10:22 PM
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I want to see a 6 foot bronze statue

of Desmond striking the pose outside the big house.  Go Blue.

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August 13th, 2011 at 10:41 PM
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Yeah but there already is a

Yeah but there already is a statue of that pose.  It's called the Heisman Trophy.  Also, I'm wary of dedicating a statue to anyone who is still alive.

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August 14th, 2011 at 12:21 AM
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So I s'pose a 15 foot statue of Taco Pants

is also out in your view?

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August 14th, 2011 at 12:47 PM
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MGOUSMC
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Oh i understand what the Heisman looks like...

but i think we should honor Desmond with him striking the pose...kind of like how the Tigers have honored some of the greats at CoAmerica Park.

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August 14th, 2011 at 12:09 AM
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Out of curiosity...

Why did Desmond not wear #1?  Was it just not the hot number for receivers until after his time?

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August 14th, 2011 at 1:22 AM
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Derrick Alexander

wore #1 when Desmond was at Michigan, Alexander was a really good reciever also. Derrick ended up being a 1st round pick and had a decent NFL career.

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August 14th, 2011 at 12:44 PM
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Plus, if I recall, Desmond came in as a RB.

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August 14th, 2011 at 8:15 AM
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Retired Numbers

11 - Francis, Albert, and Alvin Wistert
47 - Bennie Oosterbaan
48 - Gerald Ford
87 - Ron Kramer
98 - Tom Harmon

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August 14th, 2011 at 3:51 AM
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Don
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Desmond had to have all the doors in his house widened

He wasn't able to fit his head through the doorways any more. He also has to enter the ESPN offices through the freight entrance because the front door isn't wide enough.

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August 14th, 2011 at 7:52 AM
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Numbers Retired

The numbers 11, 47, 48, 87 and 98 are retired at Michigan. They are for the triplets, President Ford, Oosterban, Kramer and Harmon.

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August 14th, 2011 at 8:12 AM
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yeah, he's tolerable and lucky

lucky he wasn't playing same time as A.C. that is all.

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August 14th, 2011 at 3:02 PM
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controversy seems to follow him wherever he seeks it.

controversy seems to follow him wherever he seeks it.

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