Michigan vs. Michigan State/Early Games Open Thread
As always, I direct you to the LIVEBLOG on the front page, but for those who can't log into it, can't keep up, or just like the open format, here you go. Plus it saves maybe half of the halftime threads.
And if you're like me, you kinda switch back and forth between the two depending on which Michigan seems to be playing best while you're in it.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:37 PM ^
October 15th, 2011 at 1:38 PM ^
I think DRobs first half struggles are a ploy...to lure teams into a false sense of security!! Come on adjustments!!
<br>
<br>I HATE.....with the passion of a 1000 red hot suns....Chris Motherhumping Spielman!!!
October 15th, 2011 at 1:39 PM ^
Lots to work on during half time, but this is when our team will come out better, right?
Denard and Gardner have both been off, but we have seen Denard bounce back (ahem, Northwestern). Also, some of those passes, while not accurate were still somewhat catchable (Roundtree off finger tips).
We really should not be trying deep passes in this wind with Denard's erratic throwing, but with MSU selling out to stop the run, I don't think we have much of a choice. Hopefully we can connect on a few of these, and some bubble screens would be nice too. Anything to get the ball on the edge because oru running isn't always getting there.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:40 PM ^
OLine, if it doesn't have a better second half Michigan loses. To that point, MSU's oline is playing its best game they could ever dream in their sleep.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:42 PM ^
That needs to change if UM is to win.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:44 PM ^
wearing legacy uniforms when the opponent chooses to disregard their own history and wear thsoe crappy things msu is calling uniforms.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:41 PM ^
If we're gonna have DG in the game make it a two set
October 15th, 2011 at 1:42 PM ^
I hate to say this but I think having Devin come in (with Dr on the field) is good. I know there would be different feelings if he had found Hopkins on that pass.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:42 PM ^
Devin isnt ready for the big time. He locks onto one receiver and missed Hopkins for a scord.
Denard needs to wake up and quit just heaving the ball. Needs to set his feet and throw it.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:43 PM ^
State fans booing their team at halftime lol
October 15th, 2011 at 1:44 PM ^
Sucks donkey d$*k
October 15th, 2011 at 1:47 PM ^
at the boxscore: this game is dead even. Your thoughts on where each team moves their focus in the second half?
October 15th, 2011 at 1:49 PM ^
Actually executing some of the offensive plays they called would be a good start. They left a couple of scores on the field.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:47 PM ^
All season Michigan has played it's best football the second half.
Go Blue.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:48 PM ^
Chris Spielman has continually ripped MICHIGAN players technique's and taking cheap shots at coaches. In my opinion he is still mad because he never beat MICHIGAN or he's on his permanent period because the STATE OF OHIO SUCKS!!
October 15th, 2011 at 1:50 PM ^
Is what Greg will be bringing. KC hasnt beaten us and we need to stop the run. Denard needs more outside zone reads and read options.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:52 PM ^
who's this KC?
October 15th, 2011 at 1:54 PM ^
October 15th, 2011 at 1:54 PM ^
1) Attack the perimeters with bubble screens and a few more speed option plays from shotgun. I'd use Shaw on the option rather than Smith
2) Even though it gets panned on here, I'd try running inside/offtackle from the I-form, as it's just not happening from the shotgun. I'd even consider some FB runs with Hopkins on first down, to offset the blitz and pick up 3-4 yards.
3) Get Denard and Devin to see the open guys at midrange, but just hone in on one WR.
4) Get Denard to scramble when things break down and he's got some time, NOT throw ducks into the wind or with the wind to Tacopants.
October 15th, 2011 at 1:55 PM ^
What the hell kind of kickoff was that?
October 15th, 2011 at 2:02 PM ^
Plays like that, we call the 'Rich Rod Special'
October 15th, 2011 at 1:58 PM ^
People are acting like we are down by three touchdowns, it's an even game so far. No one thought this game would be an easy win. Michigan will have to earn it, and they will.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:01 PM ^
Well, clearly sparty is scoring a touchdown here. The defense just looks weak. If the offense can't respond right back, this will probably get out of hand by the end of the quarter. Just pathetic run defense.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:04 PM ^
You have to tackle on 3rd and goal from the 9. WTF????
October 15th, 2011 at 2:06 PM ^
make a damn tackle floyd! we had them stopped!
October 15th, 2011 at 2:06 PM ^
the kill shot instead of holding him up and forcing a field goal. That is a 4 point mistake. Painful.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:07 PM ^
That tried tackle with his head down again? That would have forced a fg. Grrr
October 15th, 2011 at 2:10 PM ^
Denard sucks at passing
October 15th, 2011 at 2:17 PM ^
Furman what the fuck?
October 15th, 2011 at 2:18 PM ^
on both sides of the ball. UM's lines are soft.That much is obvious.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:18 PM ^
how is that a touchback he grabbed it at the 1
October 15th, 2011 at 2:19 PM ^
Epitome of bush league bullshit
October 15th, 2011 at 2:20 PM ^
Not really any positives to take away. MSU's constant personal foul penalties are the only offense we have to speak of, and Denard is reaching Sheridan-esque levels in his throwing. I mean, he SUCKS at throwing the ball. Can Jack Kennedy maybe come in and do something?
October 15th, 2011 at 2:20 PM ^
Got lucky with the fumble
GO BLUE!!
October 15th, 2011 at 2:21 PM ^
Fumble!!
October 15th, 2011 at 2:22 PM ^
October 15th, 2011 at 2:23 PM ^
To get pissed at Al
October 15th, 2011 at 2:26 PM ^
October 15th, 2011 at 2:23 PM ^
offense is crappy
October 15th, 2011 at 2:24 PM ^
I said it before and people poo pooed it, but we are talent bereft from the RR era.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:24 PM ^
This game is over. What an epic fucking fail from the savior Brady Hoke. No attempt to run the ball, not being even remotely physical on either side of the ball. No emotion or motivation that I can see. Awful.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:24 PM ^
forward to a bye week. There is a lot to fix.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:25 PM ^
did say that we did not deserve "That ranking" and it is really starting to show.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:25 PM ^
huyge is playing like crap. u dont even have to block the guy, just push him up field so denard can step to the outside!
October 15th, 2011 at 2:25 PM ^
This offense is the opposite of tremendous so far.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:25 PM ^
Six times inside the MSU forty-yard line, 7 points to show for it. There's the difference so far.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:26 PM ^
get the ball to the outside via screens it seems that we have the same plays each drive.
October 15th, 2011 at 2:26 PM ^
Worst. Playcalling. Ever. Is Denard injured or something?
October 15th, 2011 at 2:28 PM ^
adjustments but that series was awful