Countdown to Kickoff - Day 7: Beanie Bowl
August 28th, 2010 at 11:48 PM ^
The man obviously knows what he wants to see in his team, and it's obvious he's at least seeing more of it than he has in past years. Still a very young team, but I really think it's starting to click with them.
Can't wait 'till Saturday!
Go Blue!
August 28th, 2010 at 12:27 PM ^
Looks like Obi continues to get some time with the 1's. That competition looks to be ongoing. Carvin also got time with the 1's.
August 28th, 2010 at 12:44 PM ^
They're cherry-picking 2 minutes of highlights from a much longer practice, so I don't exactly read too much into a lot of this... Not to mention it's not a 100% live scrimmage with real tackling.
That being said, the big question for me after watching that is are our receivers that good, or is our secondary that bad?
August 28th, 2010 at 12:46 PM ^
they're going against the scout team, aka players pretending to be uconn
August 28th, 2010 at 1:17 PM ^
why were their more highlights of Tate than the other two combined?
August 28th, 2010 at 4:14 PM ^
If you're referring to the defenders in white, aren't those scout teams guys? If that's accurate, then we can infer nothing from the action on the field.
August 29th, 2010 at 3:24 PM ^
You suck.
Edit: I'm sitting here watching, getting goosbumps because I'm pretty pumped to see our team this year, and these highlights are like crack to me.
Bando sits there watching this(thinking: God I hate RR), trying to find a way to make it depressing, and bad. It must suck to be you...
August 28th, 2010 at 12:57 PM ^
I am floored by these highlights. I know I should temper my emotions but I have never seen highlights like these since RR has gotten here. Offensively this team looks explosive fast. All three QB's look great (I know selected sample). Stonum looks like a future number 1 (if you know what I mean). This team looks ready.
My prediction is that this time next year Michigan is going to be the "sexy" pick to win the Big Ten.
August 28th, 2010 at 11:52 PM ^
"My prediction is that this time next year Michigan is going to be the "sexy" pick to win the Big Ten."
Forget next year - lets make it count this year! I know that's what they're all gunning for.
Win it all Baby! Shock the world!
(In 8 minutes, It'll be 6 days and counting...so I'm a little more amped up than normal....my apologies to anyone still holding onto rational thoughts so close to the start of the season)
August 28th, 2010 at 1:14 PM ^
Like to see Kovacs stripping the ball on the tackle and Grady switching to his outside hand when defenders are approaching. All the small things, fellas...
August 28th, 2010 at 1:31 PM ^
My predictions...
1) Mike Martin is going to rip some fu**ing heads off this year.
2) Marvin Robinson will start against Notre Dame.
3) Tate will play a lot more than most people think & will start against UConn.
4) The defense will be much better than a lot of people think - top 4 of the Big Ten
5) The offense will average 38+ points/game
6) Stonum will have over 1000 yards in 2010 & the #1 jersey next season
7) Devin Gardner will be the known as the best QB to ever play for UM
8) Denard will split time with Tate but also be used at other positions
9) Did I metion Mike Martin is going to rip some fu**king heads off this season
10) We will finish the season 9-3, win a Bowl game & RR will be offered a contract extension. Michigan fan's nerves will be tested as rumors float around about RR leaving for a Southern school
August 28th, 2010 at 1:58 PM ^
I like the enthusiasm. I agree with 1, 4, 5, 9, and 10, I'm 50/50 on 2, 3, and 8, and I pretty much disagree with 6. I doubt we'll pass enough for that to happen.
As for 7, do you mean, "while at Michigan," or "greatest quarterback in the NFL to have ever played for Michigan? If the latter, Tom Brady would like a word with you. That is, if he can shake loose of Giselle. Damn...
August 28th, 2010 at 2:16 PM ^
I agree with some of your predictions but not the Tate one. Sure he's the best throwing quarterback we have in terms of accuracy and what not but he does NOT give us the explosion in the running game that this offense needs to shred defenses properly. If RR wants to go pass happy then sure throw Tate in there, but personally Denard and Devin present more problems for the opposing defense. GO BLUE
August 28th, 2010 at 2:45 PM ^
August 28th, 2010 at 1:31 PM ^
I'm guessing they have a good reason they didn't show any QB rushes. Let's hope it's new wrinkles.
August 28th, 2010 at 1:33 PM ^
here the PA guys voice as the piece closes....
August 28th, 2010 at 1:52 PM ^
Not a lot of good defensive plays, so that is a little concerning. Overall, the offense looked pretty good other than with Kennedy playing. Gardner had an absolutely perfect throw to Grady right on the sideline. That was just ridiculous. I hope Gardner redshirts just because I'm selfish and I want him to be able to start more in the future. Denard was looking solid on some throws/scrambles, and Tate had a nice throw to Stokes in the endzone. It was nice to see some good play coming from Stonum. He's definitely a dangerous returner and I think he will be a strong threat at WR this year. Can't wait for Sep. 4th. Buckle down people, the game is approaching.
August 28th, 2010 at 2:13 PM ^
Who cares if Denards passes were wobbly ? seriously he completed them right on the money and allowed for yards after catch.
August 28th, 2010 at 4:05 PM ^
Seriously? In a scrimmage without full tackling, in which one of the teams is the scout team? I don't think anybody should be drawing any conclusions—good or bad—based on this thing. It's purpose was primarily to give the team a run-through at the stadium in something approximating game management conditions.
August 28th, 2010 at 4:15 PM ^
Couldn't agree more Don. The opening day starter has got to be Denard, but I have confidence in all 3 that they can get the job done. I'm in Denards corner because of how much extra danger he provides every time he has the ball. I want the ball in his hands every play because you never know when he's going to take it to the house. His passing has improved beyond recognition, and so has his leadership. I'm going to love every minute of this season regardless, but I believe we will be more successful with Denard running the show.
August 29th, 2010 at 12:06 AM ^
I'm also in Denard's corner because he went out in the offseason and did what it took to improve his game and to win over the team. I love Tate, and know that he's a proven winner - but I really think Denard deserves the start against UConn. Tate will absolutely see time on the field, if for nothing else than to give Robinson a breather after he runs for 200 yards in the first half.
Don't know if I've ever been more excited to see a Michigan team take the field than this one, this year. And I believe that will continue to grow even more in the coming years. We have an explosive offense, but when the D really starts to dominate the field - look out Big Ten and National Championships. Those days are coming. Confidence is contagious and builds upon itself.
I don't expect perfection out of these kids, but I believe that they've truly "bought in" and will leave every ounce of themselves on that field every Saturday - and who can ask for more than that?
Go Blue!
August 28th, 2010 at 4:16 PM ^
Agreed, all this showed is that we should do very well against a talent level equivalent to UMass
August 28th, 2010 at 6:59 PM ^
more on the level of Bowling Green than UMass...at least, I hope they would be.
August 28th, 2010 at 8:04 PM ^
Bowling Green is a bowl team!
August 28th, 2010 at 9:23 PM ^
I see what you did there.
August 28th, 2010 at 4:46 PM ^
I've been seeing Denard rolling out on plays in the countdown to kickoff videos and spring scrimmage. He's shown he can pass on the run, and if nobody is open he's apt to pick up 5 yards with his feet. Can't wait to see Denard starting out there next week.
August 28th, 2010 at 5:10 PM ^
Was Gardner's pass at 1:56 not silky smooth??
Maybe his mechanics have improved more than we know.
Also, Stonum with his HD vision is about to get a 1000+ yard season.
August 28th, 2010 at 5:11 PM ^
The receivers all look great.
It could just be me but there's something in RR's demeanor that just seems different in this video and the last couple he's appeared in. He sounds more confident that he has at any point since he arrived.
Anyone else getting that?
August 28th, 2010 at 6:27 PM ^
that fade that devin threw at the end was purdy
August 29th, 2010 at 10:42 AM ^
After watching that again for the 19th time: GET. STONUM. THE. BALL. Holy shit, yes, it's the Beanie Bowl but hearing from the coaches about how great of a camp he is having is simply exciting to hear. This is the same kid who had transfer rumors the last couple of years and has been in the doghouse. His ability, combined with his maturity is one thing I am excited about more than anything. I really think we need to utilize him on reverses/end-arounds, screens and slants. He will be our best threat this year, IME.
August 29th, 2010 at 11:34 AM ^
D line penetration was impressive. Martin is a freaking animal. And man did we look fast on offense.M-Rob stood ut a couple times too. We just flat out look like a team. Organized, together. Very encouraging.