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Taylor Lewan: Michigan Man
January 9th, 2013 at 7:19 PM
#902
It takes guts to give up a
January 9th, 2013 at 9:02 PM
#903
(No subject)
January 9th, 2013 at 7:20 PM
#906
Tremendous kid
And he'll be a tremendous leader his senior year
January 9th, 2013 at 7:20 PM
#907
Those Who Stay Will Be
Those Who Stay Will Be Champions.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:20 PM
#908
Another posbang?
Another posbang?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#909
That depends.
Can you handle it?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:20 PM
#910
Beyond Excited
Any question about our line next year is now resolved IMHO
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#911
Who are starting at Center
Who are starting at Center and Guard positions?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:30 PM
#912
Jack Miller at center, Kalis
Jack Miller at center, Kalis and Schofield at guard ( I think Schofield performed better at guard than tackle) and Braden/Mags at the other tackle, probably Braden.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:36 PM
#913
Think obviously Miller at
Think obviously Miller at C.
And Burzynski/Bryant/Kalis/Bars will take your Gs.
I think Kalis has the potential to be extremely special.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:41 PM
#914
Jack Miller at center, gKalis
Jack Miller at center, gKalis and Schofield at guard ( I think Schofield performed better at guard than tackle) and Braden/Mags at the other tackle, probably Braden.
January 9th, 2013 at 10:29 PM
#915
Lewan left arm = LT
Lewan
Lewan left arm = LT
Lewan head = LG
Lewarn right arm = C
now we need to figure out RG and RT. I'm feeling pretty confident about this!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:21 PM
#916
Whoa he's staying?!??? Holy
Whoa he's staying?!??? Holy balls. Posbangs for all me thinks...
January 9th, 2013 at 7:21 PM
#917
Don't praise "selflessness".
Don't praise "selflessness". He wants to be at Michigan, and he clearly gets value out of being there. He is not harming himself, just for the sake of others - I would call that irrational.
Having said that, hell yes!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:26 PM
#918
Wrong
He could just as easily suffer a career ending injury and never be able to play football again. Being able to play football tomorrow isn't guaranteed to thes kids, and he's turning down immediate millions of dollars, for something that is not guaranteed to him. I'd call that a selfless act, absolutely.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:36 PM
#919
But there are insurance
But there are insurance policies for guys projected to be drafted highly who return to school. He filed the paperwork to see where his status was, so he's got the evidence to get the policy.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:36 PM
#920
Like I said, there are other
Like I said, there are other factors. He gets a lot out of being at Michigan, like most of us did, and he is willing to take a chance based on this value. If the decision were as simple as the football factors you stated, I would just call it 'stupid'. Why would it be good to not think about your own well-being?
January 9th, 2013 at 8:18 PM
#921
Amen to that! Can I have an
Amen to that! Can I have an AMEN!!
January 9th, 2013 at 9:30 PM
#922
Wrong wrong
It's not at all selfless for Taylor to stay at Michigan. He gets a tremendous amount of satisfaction from it, obviously more than millions of dollars could buy. Not everyone is like that. But to Taylor, staying at Michigan was worth more than going to the NFL. It's not selfless to do what you want, it's selfish, and it's right and proper (as long as you don't violate anyone else's rights, of course).
If you don't recognize goblueram's avatar, it's from the cover of Atlas Shrugged, which explains in (possibly way too much) detail why selfishness is a virtue. Somewhat funny in this context that your avatar is You Know Who.
January 9th, 2013 at 11:41 PM
#923
I agree
I agree, this is selfless in the sense that it doesn't benefit him as much to stay as it does to go to the pros. It's not totally selfless, he is covering his ass with the insurance policy (which is just smart). But, that NFL paycheck is probably the best decision for his long term future.
He feels a strong connection to the team, which is a virtue we prize highly as Michigan fans, and sports fans in general. He wants to come back to help his teammates win and become better players. Very selfless. If he felt no loyalty to his team he would be looking for real estate in Philly or Cleveland right now.
This is a big risk for him - I mean he could get rolled up on on the first snap of 2013 (God forbid). I'm glad he's coming back and I'm proud of him for making a decision we so rarely see nowadays! Thanks Taylor and Go Blue!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:34 PM
#924
Way to take the fun out of it.
Sweet Jesus Christ, you actually think that's a sophisticated and nuanced understanding of human behavior, don't you.
Ayn Rand: making people of average intelligence feel irrationally (!) smarter than others since 1957.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:41 PM
#925
haha okay then. No fun is
haha okay then. No fun is taken out of anything, I am excited about this decision. Obviously, I disagree with you on many other things.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:44 PM
#926
The numerical episteme; wasn't going to make a big deal
about the first comment, but taken together with the avatar, strong Randian flavor, fo sho.
January 9th, 2013 at 9:36 PM
#927
Ad hominem much?
Sweet Jesus Christ, the guy was arguing about whether or not something that we all agree was awesome was also selfish or not. Just because he has an opinion, you accuse him of thinking he's smarter, more nuanced, and more sophisticated than other people? Get off your high horse and accept that people can have different opinions without being wrongmeanbad.
January 9th, 2013 at 11:05 PM
#928
No need for that.
Debate altruism if you want (to the extent that it's allowed here, so pretty much theory only) but there's no reason to take it to another level where you're questioning someone's intelligence based on the philosophical beliefs they hold, which in this case also are, or are close to, political.
January 10th, 2013 at 8:02 PM
#929
Pretty sure the dude
Pretty sure the dude regurgitating Randbytes with the Atlas Shrugged avatar is the one bringing politics to the board here. This is largely why I was irritated.
Also, my personal philosophical belief is to live every week like it's Shark Week, just like Tracy Jordan teaches. No one better criticize that, neither.
EDIT: Ok, Shark Week is my snarky analogy. Here's a better one: I'm a social darwinist, and I think that humanity is defined by a struggle between races where only the superior will survive. Not saying which races are superior/inferior - just keeping it on the level of theory. And when something Michigan football-related comes up that reminds of some of the social darwinist ideas I think are cool, I might draw the parallel there. Nothing political or anything like that. Just my philosophy.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:21 PM
#930
angelique @chengelis
Lew
January 9th, 2013 at 7:26 PM
#931
I love this. Who else wants
I love this. Who else wants Lewan to be wearing a Legends patch next year? Hell, it should have Long's and Lewan's names on it.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:32 PM
#932
Why not Jansen and Long for
Why not Jansen and Long for now and then Lewan when he graduates pending something really bad?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:38 PM
#933
I have no objections to this.
I have no objections to this. I got a bit excited and forgot about Jansen. He absolutely deserves to be included on the #77 patch.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#934
Nice! And...
Told yuh (that stranger things have happened)!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:21 PM
#935
Tremendously tremendous
Tremendously tremendous decision for a physical player, one who fulfills the expectation for the position at Michigan.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:26 PM
#936
He's definitely going to
He's definitely going to compete next year. Can't wait to hear football when he plays.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:22 PM
#937
This may be my new favorite man ever
move over, NPH
January 9th, 2013 at 10:19 PM
#938
The fact that it took me only
The fact that it took me only a second to realize NPH = Neal Patrick Harris made me laugh out loud.
On a serious note, Lewan has been a great player and now he has jumped up to one of my favorite players of all time. Holy left field batman. I can't give Lewan enough respect for making this decision.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:22 PM
#939
Michigan Football
Michigan Football @umichfootball
"This team is important to him." - Coach Hoke
January 9th, 2013 at 7:22 PM
#940
(No subject)
January 9th, 2013 at 7:22 PM
#941
Woohoo
Holy crapoly! I am soooo excited.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:22 PM
#942
Michigan Football
Michigan Football @umichfootball
"Excited as a program, as a team, to have Taylor back." - Hoke
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#943
I know its been said but
I know its been said but those who stay...i wish the season started tomorrow.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:22 PM
#944
Office mates are wondering
Office mates are wondering why I'm doing cart wheels in the breakroom.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#945
The Michigan Difference!
The Michigan Difference!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#946
Amazing. Hope this is the start of a new tradition!
A tradition where all of our juniors stay in college. Lewan is the man.
January 9th, 2013 at 9:08 PM
#947
I was driving
home on I-94 and trying to see his decision. It took me until this point in the post. Taylor Lewan decides to return to the Univeristy of Michigan for his final year. He says that Team 134 will be special and he wants to be a part of it.
Now I would never admit to any crime however WTKA does not reach to Macomb County. So I had to do what I had to do. I appologize to anyone near 23 Nukle Road when I almost went into the ditch when I got to this point in the thread and I did the fist pump, flashed my lights and sounded my horn.
Thank You Taylor. You have certainly proved that Michigan is the Leaders and Best.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#948
Shane Morris @S_Morris12
Yayyyyyy I get to play with @TaylorLewan
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#949
Hazzah
Lets rage!
But really, hopefully we can show him that those who stay will be champions!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#950
Michael
Hoke said "Offensive line here, they stay. There's a tradition of it." Mentioned Long and Jansen and Hutchinson among others.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:36 PM
#951
YES!!!!
" Mentioned Long, Jansen and Hutchinson among others..."
Future Michigan linemen will state:
" Mentioned Long, Jansen, Hutchinson and Lewan among others..."
Lewan will take his rightful place among these Michigan legends.
Already can't wait for fall.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
#952
Never have I been so happy to
Never have I been so happy to be wrong,
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#953
This is pretty Kate Upton
This is pretty Kate Upton worthy. Que the gif.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#954
Michigan Football
Michigan Football @umichfootball
"Offensive lineman here, they stay." - Hoke
January 9th, 2013 at 7:29 PM
#955
Let's just compile
all these epic Brady quotes from today and present it to every amazing junior who is ever contemplating the pros. Can't fail, fergodsakes
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#956
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#957
I feel stupid for clicking
I feel stupid for clicking and reading some of those comments.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:30 PM
#958
i hope
that place never changes
January 9th, 2013 at 7:43 PM
#959
Did anyone read the post by
Did anyone read the post by 277Gunson:
He is a moran, pure and simple.
He can only hurt his draft stock and body.
WOW!
It does suck for them as three guys with 3-5th round grades bolt ASAP, but Lewan and his top 10 grade stays....that burns man...Thanks Taylor
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#960
holy miracle. someone get
holy miracle. someone get that man 3 blonds tonight. maybe 4.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:26 PM
#961
How about a redhead, brunette
How about a redhead, brunette and a blonde
January 9th, 2013 at 7:44 PM
#962
Neapolitan FTW.
Neapolitan FTW.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:49 PM
#963
If Taylor wants a brunette
If Taylor wants a brunette then Gibbons will take care of him.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:24 PM
#964
Our line is gonna be so beast
Our line is gonna be so beast next year.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:14 PM
#965
Why u say that? We'll have a
Why u say that? We'll have a awesome left tackle and a decent right tackle. Who will play center and the two guard positions? One guy doesn't make a offensive line great. Central Michigan has a stud playing left tackle. Do you consider their line awesome?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:25 PM
#966
Amazing
I'm excited to think about the effect this decision will have on all of the young OL both what they'll learn from Lewan next year and the example it sets and what it means to play at Michigan.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:25 PM
#967
Tayor Lewan
Donkey rider extroardinnaire
January 9th, 2013 at 7:25 PM
#968
Hi, I'm here...
...for the posbang....
January 9th, 2013 at 7:25 PM
#969
In the words of Gus Johnson...
...ughrgl!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:26 PM
#970
Unanimous Selection for Team Captain Next Year?
I sure hope so.
When was the last time we had a player who was projected to be drafted in the first-half of the first-round return?
Not that they're similarly-situated players, but it makes you wonder ... what if Woodson would have returned in '98?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:38 PM
#971
Last guy?
Jake Long. Taylor is fulfilling his destiny.
January 9th, 2013 at 9:56 PM
#972
Remember the story when Lewan was a freshman?
Perhaps his RS Freshman year - he met Long on the sidelines and commeted that Long was as wide as Lewan with pads on, and that Long told him to "take care of that number".
Mission accomplished
January 9th, 2013 at 7:40 PM
#973
Woodson
What more could he do?? Heisman, Big Ten Title, Rose Bowl Win, and National Championship. It was a perfect season.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:55 PM
#974
The question wasn't whether he SHOULD have left,
but rather, what would it had been like if he returned? It's a purely speculative thought. I wholeheartedly agree with you. Woodson had virtually no personal motivation to return. The only argument for staying I can conjure up would be to equal Archie Griffin's repeat.
Would he have played more WR? Blitz more? It's fun to think about, IMO.
That said, this is Taylor's thread. Hooray Taylor! I'd love it if the coaches could figure out a way to get him a TD on a tackle-eligible play on senior day.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:26 PM
#975
I respect it.
He knows something special is right around the corner. This season gone be cray!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#976
Thank you
Jake Long
Coach Hoke
Michigan Tradition.
And especially, Taylor Lewan.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:27 PM
#977
I be like
DANG!!! Not expected, but entirely pleasing news. I'm honored to watch you play in a Michigan uni for another year, Mr. Lewan.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:27 PM
#978
Lewan knows how good this
Lewan knows how good this team can be this year. He's a tremendous help to that O-Line. He'll dominate this year and go top 5
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#979
January 9th, 2013 at 7:40 PM
#980
DAMN RIGHT
Murica!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#981
There is not one cat picture in this entire thread...
January 9th, 2013 at 7:31 PM
#982
No cats, but if you look
No cats, but if you look right above your post there's a ton of... never mind.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:35 PM
#983
A ton
of...PUPPIES!!!!! ~Jerry Lawler voice
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#984
Not one person in this thread
Not one person in this thread said "Sweet, what master's program is he enrolling in?"
Take that Mark Emmert.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:28 PM
#985
While I am happy that Lewan
While I am happy that Lewan is coming back, this decision does not make him a Michigan Man in my eyes. I believe that he already was a Michigan Man, even if he left, due to his hard work and representing the university with class and dignity. That being said, WHOOOOO!!!!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:31 PM
#986
Taylor Made
Michigan Man! Speaking of Michigan Men on the OL, do we still take 6 this class?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:33 PM
#987
Sure why not
first, hoke didn't sound surprised. He probably knew Lewan was staying and is still going after more OL. Second, anyone coming in for 2013 was going to redshirt. By the time they would have played, Lewan was going to be gone anyways. This doesn't change that. I bet we still do get that 6th OL.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:35 PM
#988
Yes. I assume the coaches
Yes. I assume the coaches have known about his decision for at least a week or two, so I don't imagine things will change.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:29 PM
#989
Awesome news! For some
Awesome news! For some reason I had a gut feeling he would be back, but I tend to trust my head more than my gut so I wasn't optimistic (perhaps I should change that?).
Good luck to Lewan on having an awesome final year and raising his draft stock even more.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:29 PM
#990
The Shawn Hunwick
All of you that are surprised Taylor Lewan is coming back to school don't understand what it's like to me a M athlete in AA.#5thyearwhynot
January 9th, 2013 at 7:30 PM
#991
Muppets! We need Muppets!
Muppets! We need Muppets!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:37 PM
#992
Agreed!
Awesome news. Muppets! Many many Muppets!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:30 PM
#993
Zooey's excited!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:31 PM
#994
Great service to the program.
Great service to the program.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:31 PM
#995
Michigan Wolverines
2013
Michigan Wolverines
2013 Preseason National Champions
January 9th, 2013 at 7:31 PM
#996
It's suddenly super dusty in
It's suddenly super dusty in here.
I must have video! I assume someone's taping this and we'll have access to the presser, right?
January 9th, 2013 at 7:32 PM
#997
Ahhh.
What. A. Man.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:33 PM
#998
Well said
Unselfish. Leader. Unfinished business. Can't wait. CAN'T WAIT!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:33 PM
#999
Thank you Taylor! You have
Thank you Taylor! You have already established yourself as one of Michigan's greats, but now you can build on your legacy and be the leader of a big ten champion team!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:33 PM
#1000
2014 Rose Bowl, HERE WE COME!
2014 Rose Bowl, HERE WE COME!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:34 PM
#1001
wow
I did not see this coming!
War wolverines!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:34 PM
#1002
Long live Taylor Lewan!
Long live Taylor Lewan!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:52 PM
#1003
Yeah, him too!
Yeah, him too!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:36 PM
#1004
He was...
A Michigan man either way
January 9th, 2013 at 8:36 PM
#1005
NOT “was”… IS!!!
NOT “was”… IS!!!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:37 PM
#1006
I think we know one of our
I think we know one of our team captains for next season.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:38 PM
#1007
Thank you, Taylor.
I thank you, Devin and Shane thank you, and my son is wondering why my eyes were watering when I bear-hugged him!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:42 PM
#1008
Sorry!
Repost.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:40 PM
#1009
(No subject)
January 9th, 2013 at 7:41 PM
#1010
What
A fucking STUD!!!!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:42 PM
#1011
Like it
I like it obviously, but even more than liking that he's coming back and how that will improve our team, I like the reasons he wants to come back. I like how he talked about team, helping the young offensive lineman, being a leader of Team 134, and helping the team get a B1G championship. Hoke et al. are really doing an excellent job of instilling the proper perspective, attitudes, and leadership qualities of what a team should be. Not many people would pass up millions to come back and help their college team improve. These past few classes of seniors has really impressed me by how they've all seemed to buy into what Hoke et al. are saying, especially for a group that he didn't recruit. They are some good people.
January 9th, 2013 at 9:25 PM
#1012
yep
Hoke is the perfect figurehead for a university and I like what we have here. Two quality coordinators (when combined, one might be a lot better than the other individually, lol) a quality staff, and a coach who sets the tone.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:42 PM
#1013
Lewan Muppets!
Lewan Muppets!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:44 PM
#1014
Come on
I don't think this decision had any bearing on whether he was a "Michigan Man" or not. 90/100 of us would have made the leap after a great individual season and a Top 10 projection. I'm thrilled he's coming back, but shocked frankly. He didn't need to leave millions on the table and come back for a 5th year to earn the "Michigan Man" designation.
Welcome back, Taylor. Hope it pays off for the individual and team.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:51 PM
#1015
I agree that he would have
I agree that he would have been a Michigan Man regardless, but I think people are focusing too much on the money. If you go pro, you forfeit your college eligibility forever. If you stay, as long as you don't get hurt, the money will still be there in a year.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:32 PM
#1016
77 should be made a legend
Yeah, but that “don’t get hurt” can be an ass-biter. Ask Matt Barkley. Taylor definitely has a set of Iron Q on him. “77” should be made a legend number after this.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:40 PM
#1017
Or you could ask Jake Long,
Or you could ask Jake Long, who was a projected high draft pick, stayed, and raised his stock further. As it turned out, that's what Lewan did.
January 10th, 2013 at 1:42 PM
#1018
77 Déjà vu, all over again.
Yep. As I said “77” should be made a legend number! You have to love those number 77’s!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:46 PM
#1019
Thank You Mr. Lewan and...
January 9th, 2013 at 7:49 PM
#1020
Thank you, Coach Rodriguez
for bringing Taylor Lewan to Ann Arbor.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:49 PM
#1021
Uh....holy F*^&!!!!!
Couldn't be more happy. Had some really cool things to say as well. Really tells you a lot about the culture around campus and in this program.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:49 PM
#1022
I second
the call for Muppets!!! This is our best win of the season. (ouch)
January 9th, 2013 at 8:23 PM
#1023
Calls for some Kate!
Calls for some Kate!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:53 PM
#1024
TREMENDENOMENALSAKES!!!
TREMENDENOMENALSAKES!!!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:53 PM
#1025
Good
Now run the damn ball!
-Herm
January 9th, 2013 at 7:53 PM
#1026
one less scholly
Dang! This means we have one less scholly to offer for the 2013 class. /s.
Awesome news. Pay attention recruits who are undecided. Actions speak louder than words. UM and coach hoke must be a great thing worth sticking around for. Come here and experience the same.
January 9th, 2013 at 7:54 PM
#1027
Two words
Hail, Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
January 9th, 2013 at 7:55 PM
#1028
(No subject)
January 9th, 2013 at 7:56 PM
#1029
Now we know
Now we know, the other seat on his twosie is for his giant cojones
January 9th, 2013 at 8:02 PM
#1030
Continental Taylor Lewan is pleased
January 9th, 2013 at 8:05 PM
#1031
I couldn't resist asking some
I couldn't resist asking some of my Sparty friends how their weeks going, lol.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:09 PM
#1032
This news makes me very excited
January 9th, 2013 at 8:10 PM
#1033
Yes!!!!
Those who stay will be champions!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:10 PM
#1034
I've never been so happy...
...to have been so very, very wrong.
This is HUGE for next season. Mr. Lewan, I hope you have an even better campaign in 2013.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:13 PM
#1035
Extremely Good News...
Despite the fact that it is January and in the low 40s and somewhat damp outside, the rainbow appeared all the same...
Definitely, we look forward to August 31st and seeing Lewan touch the banner for yet another season...
January 9th, 2013 at 8:13 PM
#1036
What a great day!!! Derrick
What a great day!!! Derrick Green canceling his visit to Auburn, El Generico was signed by the WWE, and now this?!?!? Go Blue! Our o-line looks a lot better now!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:18 PM
#1037
Oh happy day!!
Oh happy day!!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:19 PM
#1038
Lewan=Class Act
I had the chance to meet Taylor Lewan after the spring game a couple years ago. He is one of the nicest athletes I have ever met. Next year will be fun to watch!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
#1039
Lewan nice?
You must not be a donkey.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:22 PM
#1040
A TRUE MICHIGAN MAN
Hats off to you, Mr. Lewan!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:23 PM
#1041
He was afraid of being drafted by the Lions
Lewan: Where I am projected to go?
Agent: Somewhere around pick 5. You should make millions.
Lewan:Who picks 5 and what do they need?
Agent: The Lions and um well everything. Look at it as chance to replace another Michigan guy who is going to retire. You get to stay local and be part of the next Lions rebuilding project.
Lewan: Go Blue!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:32 PM
#1042
Great news for UM
and a message to broadcast: march to your own drummer.
If he's having a blast in AA, stay. NFL, $ and middle age can wait.
Go Blue.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:37 PM
#1043
I wish
I had a dancing gif.
So excited for next year!!
January 9th, 2013 at 8:38 PM
#1044
GIFs
This deserves 1,000 GIFs from Picard to Kate Upton to twosies to something beer-related. Concern about the OLine just went from 100 to 50 in one fell swoop.
January 9th, 2013 at 8:55 PM
#1045
Dennis Norfleet gif anywhere?
Dennis Norfleet gif anywhere?
January 9th, 2013 at 8:56 PM
#1046
Amazing decision. It takes a
Amazing decision. It takes a lot to pass up that money right now but I believe he is the type of kid that understands College contains the best years of your life and next year he will be a top 5 pick. Good for him
January 9th, 2013 at 8:58 PM
#1047
(No subject)
January 9th, 2013 at 9:37 PM
#1048
Champions
Those who stay will be champions.....
January 9th, 2013 at 9:42 PM
#1049
Great!
Some days you just need good news. This was one. I was hoping for commitment news. This is way classier.
January 9th, 2013 at 9:43 PM
#1050
Bad thread title!
Should be POS BANGS FOR ALL!!!
January 9th, 2013 at 10:29 PM
#1051
So excited he's coming back
So excited he's coming back one of my favorites for a while. Looked like he was having a good time at the basketball and was very generous with fans asking for photos.
January 9th, 2013 at 10:37 PM
#1052
The dude was a "Michigan Man"
The dude was a "Michigan Man" regardless of his decision. To me, his announcement to return didn't enhance his status as a Michigan Man at all. He already gave his blood and sweat and is graduating with a degree. I am thrilled that he is coming back to say the least, but it was more important he made a personal decision that was right for him.
January 9th, 2013 at 10:43 PM
#1053
chance to be UM
chance to be UM captain
chance to win UM Championship
chance to become a legendary UM figure (not just one of the great UM OL)
chance to be a top 5 pick and earn more money, though starting a year later
Is guaranteed millions with insurance even if injured
I think it was expected and accepted that he would go pro. But he choose to stay for the above reasons plus more of his own, such as wanting to stay on campus and play with this team longer. Selfish only b/c he loves being at UM. The best kind of selfish that places the value of other experiences over the singular value of money.
Lewan was certainly a Michigan Man before today. But after today, I think he is in a very special class that have played here. Captain, for sure.
January 10th, 2013 at 10:23 AM
#1054
It's time...
...Michigan: 2013-14 National Champions
January 10th, 2013 at 11:27 AM
#1055
Twosies for everybody!!!
Twosies for everybody!!! Taylor's buying!!
