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Honestly, I have a feeling Michigan is gonna be even more dangerous this year! Sherrone is the chosen successor of the Harbaugh Era and coached the UNDEFEATED Wolverines in 6 of their biggest games! The Harbaugh tradition is intact, and Coach Moore will just add his own touch to it. I think Michigan can definitely run it back!
What made JJ special that had last year's team undefeated was his ability to make the throws on 3rd down and long and 3rd down in general which kept the chains moving and kept the defense off the field. Thats the one thing im concerned about with orji or anyone else on the roster.
If he can have 2021 Cade McNamara-like numbers passing, 2500ish pass yds, 64% comp, 15 pass td, he’ll be golden because unlike Cade he’s a threat to run as well and can I think very easily put up at least 700-800 yds rushing as well with at least 10 rush TDs.
@@jimmy5634 Not trolling here, you guys should really be holding your tongues until you beat Michigan. Barring COVID, your last win was in 2019. I get the support behind your team, but I feel it’s always smarter to talk AFTER the fact. My advice to you. Best of luck in The Game though, looking forward to it 😆
@@DameyonPasche Josh Priebe is a second team All-American. Myles Hinton is a first round draft talent. Giovanni El-Hadi was a high 4/low 5 star prospect in high school. Greg Crippen is out of IMG(nuff said). Andrew Gentry is another high 4/low 5 with NFL size. We need more depth out of the portal; I fully expect such depth to be addressed before fall camp, after the high school recruiting portion of the summer is done.
I'm expecting 9 wins, 10 if our offense is better than I expect. Our defense will keep games close, even against stronger teams. Should be an exciting season.
No doubt Michigan is under rated this year. The portal changes things dramatically. Michigan got what they needed in defensive secondary positions in the portal. They may be the best defense in college football again this year. And their physical style of play will overwhelm teams late in the game like they did last year. They could very well go undefeated in the regular season.
😂😂😂 3 losses at the least. You won’t even be in the playoffs this year. Michigan fans really thought they won last year without cheating. Yall bouta find out how you are without connor. Back to the cellar asterik boy.
@@CommonwolfcryptoHow many times have you tried to clown on Michigan fans with the word “cheating” or “cheaters”? That’s gotta be about as exhausting as the OSU players in the 4th quarter going against a much tougher team (UM)
It's a brutal schedule with a new quarterback and coaching staff. It's not impossible to go 11-1 it's just very unlikely. I would love to see those kids to make another run in the playoffs - just being realistic.
Hey, we made the playoffs with Cade MacNamara.. If our QB is better than Cade we could definitely make another run.. the schedule is definitely tougher though, than what Cade played against in 2021. I’m excited to see!
I’m very curious to hear your thoughts for how Ryan day has elevated the OSU program. They have regressed in every metric of competition. They loose the big ten, they have missed or lost in the playoffs, lost physicality, lost coaches to their rival, etc. in which way has Ryan day improved the program!?!? They lost a bowl game to Missouri….. their lucky Urban didn’t have a stroke watching that.
Ohio State always gets all the hype. They have competitive tradition, great recruiting, and they have post-season experience. However, Michigan has lost to them enough times to know what it takes to beat them! I'm sorry, but I feel like Michigan has such an awesome THINK TANK, that they will iron out all of the wrinkles and they are gonna be scary this year! That game against Texas is gonna determine the season. Worst case scenario (for the Buckeyes) is we face them (in the Shoe) undefeated! 😁
Key players sat out and they mailed in the Missouri game, especially on offense, so I wouldn't read much into that one. But that said, under Day they have consistently under-performed for their talent level.
Agree with Wink the true DEF GF OF THE TOP scheme last year will inspire higher performance in 2023. Get ready for unprecedented performance this year with a seasoned coaching staff who will bring out the best in their players! 💪💪💪💪
I think you, along with many Michigan fans, severely underestimate the direct/indirect value and overall importance a threatening and competent pass game provides for an offense. There is, as it currently stands, virtually no reason to believe Orji will be even competent through the air, and the WR room is thin and largely inexperienced. You could reasonably predict our pass game is going to be anywhere from horrific to below average. When you also consider that our line, although promising, is unproven, and our #1 RB has yet to really show that he can be consistently effective within the trenches... I'm very wary of inefficient play on the offensive side. Being one-dimentional and run-heavy as an offense may be effective circumstantially (a la PSU last year), but I think it's problematic when used as an offensive identity (which I imagine, based on the personnel, will be Sherrone Moore's plan). If I'm being honest, I can definitely see a scenario where Orji starts, and they try out this run-heavy, scramble QB offense. Then, Texas comes into the Big House, the offensive scheme fails, and Orji gets exposed, which leads to a QB change. Our defense will likely be very good, though. So, the makeup of this team leads me to believe there will be many close games, and our record could be anywhere from 8-4 to 10-2.
I can see this too. But so what, with the 12 team playoffs, as long as Michigan gets into the playoffs it's a different season. This is what people are not considering. The new playoffs is really a tournament---win your games get to the finals is what it is all about and that takes a different attitude and strategy, The lowest ranked team in the playoffs could win it with a great run and peaking at the right time. So, Michigan can make a run for glory if it goes 10-2.
- highly agree with S&C. It’s very good at preventing injury as seen pat few years - not sure about “elite DB depth”. There is only 1 elite DB we know of in Will. Outside of that it vets, and young guys who were seen as elite in recruiting. - hard to say today that the OL will be elite. 2 guys have never started, Hinton got benched last year, but El Hadi and Josh P are DAMN good. - Wink has been let’s go twice in a row. That’s not elite - Might have the best LB do in the conference. That ceiling is HIGH - Buckeye fan
Here is the lynchpin scenario for Michigan... and and I am so glad Sherrone Moore is the HC, I am very confident there is no obstruction to his vision now, he had to answer to Jim when he was there, now he doesn't have to answer to Jim - he can run the scheme the way he knows how to bring the attack. People forget, no one had confidence that Michigan could do anything - Michigan adopted the rpo, they had a bevy of QBs, only half of them could actually execute it, because of tenure, JJ McCarthy won the battle Cade got injured. Folks... we have to remember, the system was not Jim's - his sister wasn't working, it was Sherrone Moore that finally got put in the position to execute his vision for the offense. Sharon Moore said we will beat him in the trenches, Jim is the kind of guy that agreed because he likes to duke it out. Grounding pound will be the key for Michigan, it won't matter who they face on the field, has got to be Michigan's ability to run the ball with the quarterback - and I'm telling you folks you are underestimating Alex Orji's ability to rush the ball - we've seen it a little bit... If Michigan can actually stick to RPO recipe of using the pass as the option, instead of the run is the option, Michigan will be a force to be contented with and Washington is going to have to shake off the reliving of that pounding they got last year. Because 90% of the defenses returning, Michigan's offense has the ability to do more aggressively what it couldn't with JJ McCarthy, bacon dial up far more aggressive and deceptive plays with an athlete as QB, then they could with a QB that was only mobile. Somebody has got to step up to be the power back, running out of the slot - I think that ultimately is going to be Donovan Edwards. Kaliel Mullins and Tavierre Dunlap will battle it out between FB and TB... Michigan will have the ability to ground impound, Khalil Mullins was sick last year. Glad you noted Sherrone Moore add sole control and authority over the offensive line, as head coach we are going to see more trickeration and straight up power in the trenches from the office. Michigan with potential, has the ability to run the gamut again... Realistically, Michigan schedule wise I believe will probably pull off a 10 - 2, 11 - 1 that is realistically season - they have the ability to win the conference championship again. They have the ability to tap Washington's ass again, the fun will be humbling Oregon. The key for Michigan in the run, is run protection scheme, creating elusive but strong run blocking so the assigned running back for that play can get enough traction to make chunk plays. I think the hire of Wink Martindale was smart, because if you remember, there were no elite defensive coordinators available or even on the table, so to be able to have a discussion with who could keep your defense in place was actually a blessing in disguise. I think Lamar Moore is going to add more than you think so, we've got a younger mindset that wants to dig, when Jesse Minter what's DC, he was a young coordinator, but his line coaches were older, now it flipped - these kids are going to get juiced. Michigan is going to have a season that disappoints the haters.... again. Sherrone Moore was decided in being such a strong candidate, Harbaugh had Moore's ascension to HC in his contract, remember that. And it was important for you to cite the fact that one of Moore's attributes of the head coach comes out only from maturity, is his ability to maintain consistency and keeping the attributes that were the top producing attributes in play. M Go Blue 🏈
Saying Day upgraded the OhSU program is quite the hot take. But, come to think of it, how might the 2018 and 2019 UM vs OhSU games have gone if Michigan had a DC like McDonald or Minter who knew how to keep the OhSU offense in front of them? Michigan scored enough to win those games with defenses on the level of the last 3 years.
😂😂😂 Michigan fans are desperate to think they can do it without cheating. Deep down you know its back to the cellar. You’re competing with penn state to be 3rd in the big 10. Penn state is better this year tho.
The Buckeyes are already in meltdown mode. They keep thinking Michigan physically dominated them for the last 3 years because of stolen signs even after Day said they changed their signs before the 2022 game at the Shoe when we totally blew them out. Keep soothing Buckies!
I certainly hope they beat USC and if they play Oregon, Washington same. Of course, as a non- Michigan and non-OSU Big Ten team, I wish them luck against OSU. The more OSU and Michigan hate each other, frankly, the better it is for the rest of us.
Here are 11 reasons why Michigan football might face challenges in the 2024 season: Losing Jim Harbaugh: Harbaugh's departure to the NFL is significant. His leadership and coaching were pivotal in establishing Michigan as a powerhouse, and his absence might disrupt the team's dynamics and performance. New Head Coach Adjustment: Chiron Moore, while talented, is relatively inexperienced as a head coach. Transitioning to this role involves a steep learning curve which could lead to growing pains for the team. Coaching Staff Overhaul: Along with Harbaugh, much of the experienced coaching staff has moved on. This overhaul could lead to inconsistencies in coaching strategies and player development. Loss of Veteran Players: Michigan has lost a significant number of key players to the NFL, leaving gaps that might not be immediately filled by younger, less experienced players. Inexperienced Offensive Line: Despite a strong historical performance, the offensive line has lost several starters. The new line may struggle against seasoned defenses, particularly in high-stakes games. Secondary Rebuilding: While the team has brought in transfers to bolster the defensive backfield, integrating these players into a cohesive unit takes time and may result in vulnerabilities, especially against strong passing teams. High Expectations: The pressure of sustaining a high level of success can be daunting. The expectations for Michigan to continue dominating may weigh heavily on a team experiencing so many changes. Tougher Conference Competition: With the addition of strong teams like USC and UCLA to the Big Ten, Michigan faces a tougher regular season schedule, which could lead to more losses. Reliance on Transfers: Relying heavily on transfers can be risky, as it might disrupt team chemistry and cohesion. The adjustment period could lead to early-season struggles. Special Teams Uncertainty: Changes in special teams coaching could lead to issues in game situations where field position and points from special teams play critical roles. Quarterback Inexperience: If the starting quarterback is inexperienced or unable to adapt quickly to the starting role, the offensive effectiveness could decrease, impacting game outcomes significantly.
You should've used ALL CAPS on that last one. I think our QB play will doom this team, unfortunately. It's just very damn hard to be efficient as an offense without a pass game, and I'm pretty sure we won't have one.
I’ll need to see which quarterback if any will breakout before calling Michigan a top ten team. If the quarterback play is bad then they won’t be going anywhere. I actually think the young receivers are underrated. They aren’t deep but I think Moore, Morris and Morgan will be pretty good
I very much agree. Been saying the WRs are a lot better than most people think. And the biggest question is QB. They don't need elite play (although it helps) just solid. A guy that can consistently execute when called on to do so. They went 11-1 in 2021 with mcnamara who isn't anything special. Basically a middle of the road B10 QB. Overall, I think this team is significantly better than that one.
Nailed it....would not surprise me to see a 10-2 regular season with Tuttle at the helm in the home stretch. As in any projection, it all hinges on whether the team can stay healthy.
@KeithElcock-pl9on I'm personally on the warren train after the spring game with orji getting 5 or so snaps a game with options or designed runs. Tuttle never intended to be the starter at Michigan. He transferred because he wants to coach after his playing career and felt Michigan was a better place to learn. Michigan signed him to be sort of a second QB coach and leader in practice, and it never hurts to have a QB with experience on your roster. I'm 99% sure it's going to be orji or warren. And Tuttle will see little playing time unless they both flame out bad or get injured.
@@johnstacyii4827 even if that is true, which I’m not willing to say automatically either they’re gonna be at least top five in the nation. The biggest loss is going to be offensively.
Facts are a stubborn thing. Michigan will have a strong defense but you all are DELUSIONAL if you think it is going to be better than last ye-ars defense, because its not going to be. Ohio State will have the nations best defense it had the #2 defense last season and has upgraded the secondary and the DL is as good as anyone else in the co-untry. The defense of TCUN will keep them in almost every game. The problem is on the otherside of the ball. I don't care how good of a development program you have on the OL the problem with first year starters at all 5 spots can only be solved with time and it is outlandish to expect last years OL to be replaced without a big step back, possibly 2 steps back. Compounding that issue is a 1st year starter with little more than a few mop up snaps. Historically, no matter what program you are talking about those are the ingredients for an multiple loss season. Throw in a completely new staff and you exacerbate everything. Day was handed a racecar and has experienced growing pains as the natural growth that occurs in being a new HC despite all of the advantages that come with running OSU. Elite national level talent. Moore is in his first year and had to rebuild a staff that Harbaugh GUTTED. TCUN has a brutal schedule. That first game against Fresno State is going to be a VERY difficult opener for them. Fresno State went 9-4 winning its bowl game last year and they return MUCH of that team. If TCUN starts slow and Fresno State comes out of the gates flying this could go deep into the second half and if Fresno State gets a few breaks or a key turnover late I wouldn't be shocked if TCUN gets upset here. Especially if they fall into the young team trap of one eye on Texas the following week which I suspect will be the case here. Texas is going to drag TCUN by the scruff of their necks and drag them behind the woodshed and absolutely beat the breaks off of TUCN. The score wont really match how well their Defense plays as the TCUN offense repeatedly is unable to sustain drives and untimely turnover eventually release an avolanch of quick scores putting the game out of reach in the 2nd half midway through the 3rd and early 4th quarters. Arkansa State comes to the wolverinees rescue after a disastereous start of the season and TCUN puts up a big score win. The USC game is the domino for the rest of the SEASON for TCUN if they beat USC then they can turn the ship on the correct course and be headed where their fans want to see. If they drop this game its a clear sign that this is not going to be the kind of season they were hoping for and I believe this is the case... The problem is its tough for a new staff to have a great OL with 5 new starters with almost no game experience (MEANINGFUL PLAY) and to compound that issue with a first year starting QB with almost 0 game reps is trouble almost always. Experience cant be taught anywhere except IN GAMES and it is most effective when it is when the game is still being contested. Nothing you can do replaces that. Not talent, not knowledge of the play not/-hing but actual GAME REPS. Toss in not an ELITE staff that is a total rebuild and I would be STUNNED if they did better than 8-4/9-3
Dam man go play the lottery. You are a great predictor of the future. Oh wait you probably said similar bs the last 3 seasons didn't you? 😂 Michigan is the most physical team in College Football your team folds up like lawn chairs 3 seasons in a row and a backup QB who played in a weak conference is going to change the narrative this year? Michigan has proven what they are 3 years in a row, it's up to your team to prove they can change the narrative this season. You should comment a book about what they can do differently this season instead of trying tell is what Michigan wont/can't do this year. Your team is the one on the hot seat not the Wolverines. Spend your time more wisely. Your coach will be gone if he doesn't win this year. Comment on that😂😂
@@gregoryrapier7332this team hasn’t proven a damn thing. You guys keep yipping but team that did all that stuff is G-O-N-E gone. So are those coaches and so is Connor Stalions These are the backups and behind them is zero. You are already less than you were and one or two injuries away from oblivion. You keep saying you’re so tough as if the rest of the CFB teams aren’t. You’re in for a big “come down” and a lesson in humility. It could start as early as Fresno State.
Prepare to be stunned,the last 3 years osu was favored by almost everybody,hmmmm,how did that go,I'm not saying they will be better then last year,but I don't think they will be Brady hoke-richrod bad either,so only time will tell,and that is why they play the games
1. early season games favor teams with more returning experience that would be advantage for texas having ewers and sark 2. oregon ain't all that they played 1 good team last year and lost to them twice. all hype received by running the score up against bottom 50 defenses it even got them favored by 10 points against a washington team that just beat them a few weeks before. if you can tackle in open space that offense is not scary
Awe, another ass hurt poor little girl, with nothing to say, with saying. What's new in Ohio? Oh yes, nothing, Michigan still beats those biatches in ohio yet again! What's new? Oh yes, nothin!
Beat Ohio State in what exactly this year? Y'all aren't beating Texas Ohio State or Oregon this year who all out recruit you anyway y'all can't keep coaching staff or not cheat
Sam you forgot about Jordan Marshall at RB. MR. Ohio. Top freshman at RB usually play early. I can see him being RB3 pretty quick and a great future. He picked Michigan over osu.
T.v. viewership will be huge with those hard games they have this year. TEXAS at the big house week two ! Wow huge game. Then we got OREGON, WASHINGTON,OHIO STATE , USC all those game will be big money with huge bets and viewership.
If Michigan beats OSU this year, when we’re supposed to have a down year, OSU spent 30 million in the transfer portal, and it’s supposed to be Ryan Days best team, I’m sorry but he’s gone. No questions asked
This team (145) looks scarier to me than team 143. Losing JJ’s steady hand may be a challenge, but I think our QB room is better than 143’s room. OL is definitely underrated. Defense still nasty. This team returns way more defensively than people think. Sherrone Moore will have this team ready to play. They will be playing with a chip on their shoulders and absolutely ZERO pressure. Watch out.
Michigan dreamers. They will lose 4 games, OSU will crush TTUN, they do not even have a chance to even get close! We will dominate on both sides of the ball
@@steveryan1504 you sound like you've believed that would happen for that past 4 years. You probably bought a t-shirt from a shady Etsy account selling t-shirts that say hang a 100 on 'em.
@@fishdave40 why would they have any pressure? There is zero expectations for this team to repeat. No one's on the hot seat and the fan base is still in euphoric bliss. Are teams going to give Michigan their best shot? Some, but not all will do it because they will go into the game thinking we lost every single player and coach with a pulse. This teams going to have a lot of fun and it's going to be fun to watch. If I won the natty and people disrespected me, I'd be pissed. I think they are going to play pissed. Bad news for everybody else.
Michigan will be very good. Both lines will be great, running game will be one of the best in the country. They have the best defense in the nation. Loveland is top 2-3 TE in the nation. The question is will one of those QBs be anywhere close to JJ. Pretty important position
Lmfao. You UM fans are living in a bubble of delusion. A new head coach, a low 3* qb and all your Oline replaced, does not equal 11 wins. 9-3. Book it.
Michigan is good enough to beat any team they play.. but they will not do that unfortunately.. that’s just football. I’m gonna guess 9-10 wins and hopefully a playoff spot.
@@collegefootballwithsamfirst off, I love you're show, you're one of the best on you tube doing it and I listen to alot of content. That being said, the reason for my internet chuckle was purely because I see you're homer side coming out and its good to see. Most off the time you're takes are based in reality. Not to say that you echo the other "pundits" on YT like so many others. Im an Ohio State fan so I normally take everything a mich fan would say with scrutiny. I find you reasonable though and very entertaining and knowledgeable. And while you're take on what type of season mich could have this year could pan out @ this point in the year its easy to say what you think could happen with no retort but its just not likely for mich to go 11-1 after that much attrition on both side of the ball and the complete gutting of your coaching staff and program by harbaugh. Its just not. No amount of mental gymnastic would convince me otherwise till it happens on the field. Are there players on the roster who who have taken snaps in games sure you got some good guys, can they be good enough to win 11 games sure but theres alot of ?s that cannot be answered until the season starts and right know the Chalk says mich will probably loose a couple if not a few games this upcoming season. Mich lost 44 seniors and the whole coaching staff and theres been more than plenty of turmoil and other program stalling things happening to think yall only gon drop a game after all that. Thats where your homer is kicking in and I love it Sam. Scandal aside, the rivalry is back in full swing so we shall see what will happen but it is fun to talk about what could even though im used to you talking about whats most likely.
Don't overlook WRs. Semaj Morgan and Tyler Morris were contributors last year and should both contribute more this year. Then you have Fredrick Moore. Kendrick Bell looked good in Spring game. Peyton O'Leary has potential. Amorion Walker is possible big contributor and some other young receivers possible breakouts.
Pac 12 teams are 7-7 teams and dont play defense, they will be rudely awakened to B10 football defenses quickly. Barnham and Houseman will be a huge upgrade from Colson and Barrett, the front 4 are the best in the nation.
Huge upgrade ? Colson May have been too LBer in country. And Barrett was all big ten. Hausmanand Barnham can be special too but I don’t see it as a upgrade
@@blakesir4279 Im not downplaying Barrett or Colson, they are great Wolverines and Champions, but Barnham and Houseman have more physical ability than then they did and higher ceilings, that said they need to do it on the field.
I Think Michigan will be 10-2, and still make the playoffs. I'm not sure if we can beat Texas, or OSU this year, but don't have faith in Oregon yet. Oregon could not win in the Pac12, and now everyone thinks they are going to win a tougher conference.
The PAC was tougher than the B1G last season. PAC had 6 to 7 top 25 teams. Barely losing to Washington twice isn't any kind of cause for concern for Oregon.
The P12 was not better than the B10. None of them played defense. Had they played a B10 schedule, no way they have the same success they had last year@@andrewmueller9986
I think Texas is way overrated and they were better last year than this year. IMO, if michigan is losing to 1 between TX and OR, it's OR. Unless the starting QB is awful, I'm predicting michigan beats both Texas and ohio and loses to Oregon, but then gets revenge against them in the B10 title game. Again, that's assuming solid QB play. We don't need an elite QB to be successful (although it helps) they just need to consistently execute when called on to do so.
@@andrewmueller9986tell me you don’t know ball then lmfao. The big ten had 7 top 25 defenses and 3 top 5s while pac 12 only had two top 25 defenses try again
@@Jrm-xs9qi I know all of that. The offenses in the pac were mostly way better though, and by metrics the pac was the tougher conference overall. The best big10 team beat the best pac12 team in the natty game but top to bottom the pac12 was the better conferences. it's just facts.
Well lets take a deeper dive. HUGE factor youre leaving out here. UM had 23 5-6th year seniors in 23 and 21 seniors that were all extremely experienced. UM is one of very few schools that had this many 23-25 year olds on their team. This number is down to 11 at the end of last season. huuuge factor
Alex Orji or the other QBs in contention will utilize the screen very much this season. It's another way to run the ball and pick up 3, 4 yards easily with Orji moving to his left or right for the screen, or simply tucking it in and going for it himself. Who is he screening to? You bet, the best running back in the country with great hands, Donovan Edwards. If you key up on Edwards, Orji runs. If you key up on Orji, he tosses it to Edwards who runs. Michigan only needs to throw deep on occasion and that will be few but Orji surprises there too probably. This is all good for at least a 10-2 season that gets Michigan into the playoffs. Who cares about the championship? It's a new system all together, much like March Madness. Get into the playoffs and go on a run peaking as you go. Don't matter your seed. That's how the Natty will be decided from now on. Those who look to traditional powers to prevail after a long season are forgetting the tournament will be a whole new season--wild and crazy and up for grabs.
First time since 2021 Connor Stallions is not on the sidelines. Will lose three games minimum, filthy Khakis knows what time it is that’s why he got out of town. Bet
YOUR RECRUITING RANKES #50 YOUR COACHES CHEATED TO WIN THEN YOU GOT CAUGHT AND THEY ALL ABANDONED YOU 😮.I THINK MICHIGAN IS GOING TO GET ALL YOUR WINS VACATED
I'm a 40 year season ticket holder and two time grad of Michigan. I think if we go 8-4 or better we would have to say the season was successful. We have an all new coaching staff, new QB and many new players along with a much tougher schedule this year. We have to manage expectations. It isn't going to be easy to travel to the West Coast either. Go Blue!
Will Johnson will take away every opponents #1 receiver. Couple that with the fact that every opponents qb will have to hurry his progressions and the dB room will have a ton of opportunities to shine.
Look man. I’m not saying Michigan doesn’t have some of the best players in the league at TE, CB, and DL. They don’t have the depth to sustain a potentially 17 game season
what makes you think this? UM Is not Texas A&m buying the number one recruiting class in a given year and then not being able to develop it. u of m has been successful because of their ability to scout players that fit their needs and their program as a whole. then develop those talents. too many people get hung up on the firestar flashy players, and those players may help you on the outside, but this is football and the game is one of the trenches. I will take 3 to 5 years of development in the weight room and learning complex offensive defense, align schemes and roll those players out year after year like UM has lately , over the likes of USC and as of late under Ryan Day Ohio State. when Ohio state was winning under Urban Meyer they were doing so with nasty offensive defensive lines, not a quarterback throwing the ball over the yard.
@nathanseibold4321 they still doesn't have the depth this year then all those players were there before the nil era. You still have to at least get a few elite players not a bunch out of high school. Players not going to stay 5,6 years anymore.
@@ammielcoats9762My point is, If you go off of a development and fit approach and not a sheer gathering of talent, the star ratings have less weight. Maybe the kid is ready as a junior to compete maybe he isn't ready to contribute until his 5th year but either way he is a man amongst boys if he is going up against a 5 star freshman 90 percent of the time when playing in the trenches. And like I said the game of football is won in the trenches.
What are you taking about? Besides WR their depth everywhere else is good.. it’s not gonna be last years.. that was historically great.. but it’s good.. they are 4 deep at every position but WR.. & they have the best LB duo in the country plus a top 7 RB.. they gonna be just fine.. should dig deeper on player personnel they have
He literally only has 86 rushing yards. He doesn't have Denard speed. I think he'll have a lot of yards though if he doesn't get benched for turning the ball over just bc it's his only skill
No player can replace him that's for sure, but I think the combo of edwards and mullings will be pretty close at matching his production. Mullings is a converted LB that's not only crazy powerful, but has some get up. I think he'll at least be very close to matching corums short yardage and goaline production. An area in which edwards is lacking. But he's more than just a short yardage guy. I'm also excited to see what some of the young players can do and will get a chance to contribute as well. Long story short, I think as a group their RBs will be phenomenal and be more than adequate at filling the hole left by corum
The defense for Michigan is going to be exhausted…aka, run out of gas against Oregon, and Ohio State since they won’t be able to have lengthy drives on offense, like 2023. They aren’t going to get enough time on the sideline to recover before they have to come back in on defense…just to give up another score.
LMAO this is going to be the best season ever. Michigan fans have talked so much shit and have been irrelevant for so long, that they don't know what it feels like when those predictions are massively wrong. Trash before Stalions. Trash after.
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Honestly, I have a feeling Michigan is gonna be even more dangerous this year! Sherrone is the chosen successor of the Harbaugh Era and coached the UNDEFEATED Wolverines in 6 of their biggest games! The Harbaugh tradition is intact, and Coach Moore will just add his own touch to it. I think Michigan can definitely run it back!
Josh Prieb, the transfer from Northwestern, was an all B1G offensive linemen. I didn't hear you mention him.
Returning National Champions. The defense will be ELITE. I assure you. IF QB play can be good and some young receivers can break out...watch out.
You are spot on. 👍
Great logical, fact driven opinion. Makes me feel a lot better about Michigan this year. Great video.
Thank you, Drew. What was your favorite reason that I presented?
@@collegefootballwithsam The defense. Made me feel so good to know how much returning experience there is and how solid you think they will be.
What made JJ special that had last year's team undefeated was his ability to make the throws on 3rd down and long and 3rd down in general which kept the chains moving and kept the defense off the field. Thats the one thing im concerned about with orji or anyone else on the roster.
All it takes is 63% completion from Orji. His legs will make up for the rest
If he can have 2021 Cade McNamara-like numbers passing, 2500ish pass yds, 64% comp, 15 pass td, he’ll be golden because unlike Cade he’s a threat to run as well and can I think very easily put up at least 700-800 yds rushing as well with at least 10 rush TDs.
that will definitely give them 10 wins.
Oh man, you’re going to bring out the angry bucknuts with this one 🥶
They shouldn't be angry. It is better for them to beat an 11-0 Michigan than an 8-3/9-2 Michigan.
@@collegefootballwithsam I agree, I’ve enjoyed the hell out of the last several matchups because of how good both teams were. Go Blue! 〽️
@@MBlue-sk4tr Yes, the more 11-0 editions of The Game we have, the better.
We aren’t angry, we’re just laughing.
@@jimmy5634 Not trolling here, you guys should really be holding your tongues until you beat Michigan. Barring COVID, your last win was in 2019. I get the support behind your team, but I feel it’s always smarter to talk AFTER the fact. My advice to you. Best of luck in The Game though, looking forward to it 😆
Donovan Edwards wins the Heisman. Michigan goes 16-0. National Championship.
😂😂😂
Anything is possible buts always Michigan can’t do it butttt idk OL is what im worried about
@@DameyonPasche Josh Priebe is a second team All-American. Myles Hinton is a first round draft talent. Giovanni El-Hadi was a high 4/low 5 star prospect in high school. Greg Crippen is out of IMG(nuff said). Andrew Gentry is another high 4/low 5 with NFL size.
We need more depth out of the portal; I fully expect such depth to be addressed before fall camp, after the high school recruiting portion of the summer is done.
Then you woke up and had to go to class...
If this happens I will get you free CFBwSam merchandise. I hope it does but I am very doubtful.
I'm expecting 9 wins, 10 if our offense is better than I expect. Our defense will keep games close, even against stronger teams. Should be an exciting season.
No doubt Michigan is under rated this year. The portal changes things dramatically. Michigan got what they needed in defensive secondary positions in the portal. They may be the best defense in college football again this year. And their physical style of play will overwhelm teams late in the game like they did last year. They could very well go undefeated in the regular season.
😂😂😂 3 losses at the least. You won’t even be in the playoffs this year. Michigan fans really thought they won last year without cheating. Yall bouta find out how you are without connor. Back to the cellar asterik boy.
@@CommonwolfcryptoMichigan beat Ohio state and Alabama and everyone to go undefeated! Cry harder and Go Blue
@@CommonwolfcryptoHow many times have you tried to clown on Michigan fans with the word “cheating” or “cheaters”? That’s gotta be about as exhausting as the OSU players in the 4th quarter going against a much tougher team (UM)
I believe we will be natty bound it's up to the team to pull it off go 💙
Sark came from Fresno when Pat Hill was head coach there
The Defense will be nasty. Comes down to Alex or Davis at QB.
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It's a brutal schedule with a new quarterback and coaching staff. It's not impossible to go 11-1 it's just very unlikely. I would love to see those kids to make another run in the playoffs - just being realistic.
Hey, we made the playoffs with Cade MacNamara.. If our QB is better than Cade we could definitely make another run.. the schedule is definitely tougher though, than what Cade played against in 2021. I’m excited to see!
I’m very curious to hear your thoughts for how Ryan day has elevated the OSU program. They have regressed in every metric of competition. They loose the big ten, they have missed or lost in the playoffs, lost physicality, lost coaches to their rival, etc. in which way has Ryan day improved the program!?!? They lost a bowl game to Missouri….. their lucky Urban didn’t have a stroke watching that.
Ohio State always gets all the hype. They have competitive tradition, great recruiting, and they have post-season experience. However, Michigan has lost to them enough times to know what it takes to beat them!
I'm sorry, but I feel like Michigan has such an awesome THINK TANK, that they will iron out all of the wrinkles and they are gonna be scary this year! That game against Texas is gonna determine the season. Worst case scenario (for the Buckeyes) is we face them (in the Shoe) undefeated! 😁
Key players sat out and they mailed in the Missouri game, especially on offense, so I wouldn't read much into that one. But that said, under Day they have consistently under-performed for their talent level.
Agree with Wink the true DEF GF OF THE TOP scheme last year will inspire higher performance in 2023. Get ready for unprecedented performance this year with a seasoned coaching staff who will bring out the best in their players! 💪💪💪💪
I think you, along with many Michigan fans, severely underestimate the direct/indirect value and overall importance a threatening and competent pass game provides for an offense. There is, as it currently stands, virtually no reason to believe Orji will be even competent through the air, and the WR room is thin and largely inexperienced. You could reasonably predict our pass game is going to be anywhere from horrific to below average. When you also consider that our line, although promising, is unproven, and our #1 RB has yet to really show that he can be consistently effective within the trenches... I'm very wary of inefficient play on the offensive side. Being one-dimentional and run-heavy as an offense may be effective circumstantially (a la PSU last year), but I think it's problematic when used as an offensive identity (which I imagine, based on the personnel, will be Sherrone Moore's plan).
If I'm being honest, I can definitely see a scenario where Orji starts, and they try out this run-heavy, scramble QB offense. Then, Texas comes into the Big House, the offensive scheme fails, and Orji gets exposed, which leads to a QB change.
Our defense will likely be very good, though. So, the makeup of this team leads me to believe there will be many close games, and our record could be anywhere from 8-4 to 10-2.
I can see this too. But so what, with the 12 team playoffs, as long as Michigan gets into the playoffs it's a different season. This is what people are not considering. The new playoffs is really a tournament---win your games get to the finals is what it is all about and that takes a different attitude and strategy, The lowest ranked team in the playoffs could win it with a great run and peaking at the right time. So, Michigan can make a run for glory if it goes 10-2.
Alot of success of this year will go with qb and offense line bocks for him and running game.
- highly agree with S&C. It’s very good at preventing injury as seen pat few years
- not sure about “elite DB depth”. There is only 1 elite DB we know of in Will. Outside of that it vets, and young guys who were seen as elite in recruiting.
- hard to say today that the OL will be elite. 2 guys have never started, Hinton got benched last year, but El Hadi and Josh P are DAMN good.
- Wink has been let’s go twice in a row. That’s not elite
- Might have the best LB do in the conference. That ceiling is HIGH
- Buckeye fan
So urban is not elite beciase he has been let go twice ?
8 home games helps, too. Same for Ohio State. Must be nice.
Here is the lynchpin scenario for Michigan... and and I am so glad Sherrone Moore is the HC, I am very confident there is no obstruction to his vision now, he had to answer to Jim when he was there, now he doesn't have to answer to Jim - he can run the scheme the way he knows how to bring the attack.
People forget, no one had confidence that Michigan could do anything - Michigan adopted the rpo, they had a bevy of QBs, only half of them could actually execute it, because of tenure, JJ McCarthy won the battle Cade got injured.
Folks... we have to remember, the system was not Jim's - his sister wasn't working, it was Sherrone Moore that finally got put in the position to execute his vision for the offense.
Sharon Moore said we will beat him in the trenches, Jim is the kind of guy that agreed because he likes to duke it out. Grounding pound will be the key for Michigan, it won't matter who they face on the field, has got to be Michigan's ability to run the ball with the quarterback - and I'm telling you folks you are underestimating Alex Orji's ability to rush the ball - we've seen it a little bit...
If Michigan can actually stick to RPO recipe of using the pass as the option, instead of the run is the option, Michigan will be a force to be contented with and Washington is going to have to shake off the reliving of that pounding they got last year.
Because 90% of the defenses returning, Michigan's offense has the ability to do more aggressively what it couldn't with JJ McCarthy, bacon dial up far more aggressive and deceptive plays with an athlete as QB, then they could with a QB that was only mobile.
Somebody has got to step up to be the power back, running out of the slot - I think that ultimately is going to be Donovan Edwards.
Kaliel Mullins and Tavierre Dunlap will battle it out between FB and TB... Michigan will have the ability to ground impound, Khalil Mullins was sick last year.
Glad you noted Sherrone Moore add sole control and authority over the offensive line, as head coach we are going to see more trickeration and straight up power in the trenches from the office.
Michigan with potential, has the ability to run the gamut again... Realistically, Michigan schedule wise I believe will probably pull off a 10 - 2, 11 - 1 that is realistically season - they have the ability to win the conference championship again.
They have the ability to tap Washington's ass again, the fun will be humbling Oregon.
The key for Michigan in the run, is run protection scheme, creating elusive but strong run blocking so the assigned running back for that play can get enough traction to make chunk plays.
I think the hire of Wink Martindale was smart, because if you remember, there were no elite defensive coordinators available or even on the table, so to be able to have a discussion with who could keep your defense in place was actually a blessing in disguise.
I think Lamar Moore is going to add more than you think so, we've got a younger mindset that wants to dig, when
Jesse Minter what's DC, he was a young coordinator, but his line coaches were older, now it flipped - these kids are going to get juiced.
Michigan is going to have a season that disappoints the haters.... again.
Sherrone Moore was decided in being such a strong candidate, Harbaugh had Moore's ascension to HC in his contract, remember that.
And it was important for you to cite the fact that one of Moore's attributes of the head coach comes out only from maturity, is his ability to maintain consistency and keeping the attributes that were the top producing attributes in play.
M Go Blue 🏈
Great spot on breakdown
Saying Day upgraded the OhSU program is quite the hot take. But, come to think of it, how might the 2018 and 2019 UM vs OhSU games have gone if Michigan had a DC like McDonald or Minter who knew how to keep the OhSU offense in front of them? Michigan scored enough to win those games with defenses on the level of the last 3 years.
Oregon- 32
Michigan-14
Bet.
🤣🤣 good luck with that Little offensive & defensive line
@@Im__jujuthey’re gonna destroy you
@@jimmy5634 like they did Washington 🤷🏾♂️🤧
@@DNative84 like they did to them twice.😂😂
Michigan doesn't have enough to repeat
You don't know that.
The upcoming victory in Columbus will have the Buckeyes in complete meltdown mode.
😂😂😂 Michigan fans are desperate to think they can do it without cheating. Deep down you know its back to the cellar. You’re competing with penn state to be 3rd in the big 10. Penn state is better this year tho.
@@Commonwolfcryptobeat you last year without the head coach. It’s ok to face the facts
@@CommonwolfcryptoCheating = OSU players getting handled and or pancaked by Michigans, bigger, stronger players.. got it. Fucking idiot😂😂
The Buckeyes are already in meltdown mode. They keep thinking Michigan physically dominated them for the last 3 years because of stolen signs even after Day said they changed their signs before the 2022 game at the Shoe when we totally blew them out. Keep soothing Buckies!
@@drewblue1164 I bet it sucks knowing no one takes your success last seriously.😅😅😅
I certainly hope they beat USC and if they play Oregon, Washington same. Of course, as a non- Michigan and non-OSU Big Ten team, I wish them luck against OSU. The more OSU and Michigan hate each other, frankly, the better it is for the rest of us.
Agree! Go Blue See you Third base, at your next job.
SMASH!!!!
I’m glad I listened. I really needed to laugh today 😂 Thanks Sam!
Here are 11 reasons why Michigan football might face challenges in the 2024 season:
Losing Jim Harbaugh: Harbaugh's departure to the NFL is significant. His leadership and coaching were pivotal in establishing Michigan as a powerhouse, and his absence might disrupt the team's dynamics and performance.
New Head Coach Adjustment: Chiron Moore, while talented, is relatively inexperienced as a head coach. Transitioning to this role involves a steep learning curve which could lead to growing pains for the team.
Coaching Staff Overhaul: Along with Harbaugh, much of the experienced coaching staff has moved on. This overhaul could lead to inconsistencies in coaching strategies and player development.
Loss of Veteran Players: Michigan has lost a significant number of key players to the NFL, leaving gaps that might not be immediately filled by younger, less experienced players.
Inexperienced Offensive Line: Despite a strong historical performance, the offensive line has lost several starters. The new line may struggle against seasoned defenses, particularly in high-stakes games.
Secondary Rebuilding: While the team has brought in transfers to bolster the defensive backfield, integrating these players into a cohesive unit takes time and may result in vulnerabilities, especially against strong passing teams.
High Expectations: The pressure of sustaining a high level of success can be daunting. The expectations for Michigan to continue dominating may weigh heavily on a team experiencing so many changes.
Tougher Conference Competition: With the addition of strong teams like USC and UCLA to the Big Ten, Michigan faces a tougher regular season schedule, which could lead to more losses.
Reliance on Transfers: Relying heavily on transfers can be risky, as it might disrupt team chemistry and cohesion. The adjustment period could lead to early-season struggles.
Special Teams Uncertainty: Changes in special teams coaching could lead to issues in game situations where field position and points from special teams play critical roles.
Quarterback Inexperience: If the starting quarterback is inexperienced or unable to adapt quickly to the starting role, the offensive effectiveness could decrease, impacting game outcomes significantly.
You should've used ALL CAPS on that last one. I think our QB play will doom this team, unfortunately. It's just very damn hard to be efficient as an offense without a pass game, and I'm pretty sure we won't have one.
Losing Chris Jenkins probably deserves a mention, but yeah. DL is gonna be ridiculous 💯
I’ll need to see which quarterback if any will breakout before calling Michigan a top ten team. If the quarterback play is bad then they won’t be going anywhere. I actually think the young receivers are underrated. They aren’t deep but I think Moore, Morris and Morgan will be pretty good
I very much agree. Been saying the WRs are a lot better than most people think. And the biggest question is QB. They don't need elite play (although it helps) just solid. A guy that can consistently execute when called on to do so.
They went 11-1 in 2021 with mcnamara who isn't anything special. Basically a middle of the road B10 QB. Overall, I think this team is significantly better than that one.
Nailed it....would not surprise me to see a 10-2 regular season with Tuttle at the helm in the home stretch. As in any projection, it all hinges on whether the team can stay healthy.
@KeithElcock-pl9on I'm personally on the warren train after the spring game with orji getting 5 or so snaps a game with options or designed runs. Tuttle never intended to be the starter at Michigan. He transferred because he wants to coach after his playing career and felt Michigan was a better place to learn. Michigan signed him to be sort of a second QB coach and leader in practice, and it never hurts to have a QB with experience on your roster.
I'm 99% sure it's going to be orji or warren. And Tuttle will see little playing time unless they both flame out bad or get injured.
Go, Buckeyes! Hi, everyone. I hope that all is well.
Go Buckeyes and Go Blue! Thank you for the $2, Chris.
Not the number 1 defense with all they lost, still good tho. Lets try to be real when talking Michigan
Why? It's no fun being realistic.
They are definitely the no. 1 defense, and if not, then no. 2
@@keeganmanning8196Bahahahaha
They got a chance to be. Top 5 for sure.
@@johnstacyii4827 even if that is true, which I’m not willing to say automatically either they’re gonna be at least top five in the nation. The biggest loss is going to be offensively.
I think Michigan ceiling is Is 10-2 this season. Watching a video about Oregon and casually mentioning you think they might lose three games.... No No
Do NOT overlook the opener against Fresno State, a strong team. Classic trap game.
Facts are a stubborn thing. Michigan will have a strong defense but you all are DELUSIONAL if you think it is going to be better than last ye-ars defense, because its not going to be. Ohio State will have the nations best defense it had the #2 defense last season and has upgraded the secondary and the DL is as good as anyone else in the co-untry.
The defense of TCUN will keep them in almost every game. The problem is on the otherside of the ball. I don't care how good of a development program you have on the OL the problem with first year starters at all 5 spots can only be solved with time and it is outlandish to expect last years OL to be replaced without a big step back, possibly 2 steps back. Compounding that issue is a 1st year starter with little more than a few mop up snaps. Historically, no matter what program you are talking about those are the ingredients for an multiple loss season. Throw in a completely new staff and you exacerbate everything.
Day was handed a racecar and has experienced growing pains as the natural growth that occurs in being a new HC despite all of the advantages that come with running OSU. Elite national level talent. Moore is in his first year and had to rebuild a staff that Harbaugh GUTTED.
TCUN has a brutal schedule. That first game against Fresno State is going to be a VERY difficult opener for them. Fresno State went 9-4 winning its bowl game last year and they return MUCH of that team. If TCUN starts slow and Fresno State comes out of the gates flying this could go deep into the second half and if Fresno State gets a few breaks or a key turnover late I wouldn't be shocked if TCUN gets upset here. Especially if they fall into the young team trap of one eye on Texas the following week which I suspect will be the case here. Texas is going to drag TCUN by the scruff of their necks and drag them behind the woodshed and absolutely beat the breaks off of TUCN. The score wont really match how well their Defense plays as the TCUN offense repeatedly is unable to sustain drives and untimely turnover eventually release an avolanch of quick scores putting the game out of reach in the 2nd half midway through the 3rd and early 4th quarters. Arkansa State comes to the wolverinees rescue after a disastereous start of the season and TCUN puts up a big score win. The USC game is the domino for the rest of the SEASON for TCUN if they beat USC then they can turn the ship on the correct course and be headed where their fans want to see. If they drop this game its a clear sign that this is not going to be the kind of season they were hoping for and I believe this is the case...
The problem is its tough for a new staff to have a great OL with 5 new starters with almost no game experience (MEANINGFUL PLAY) and to compound that issue with a first year starting QB with almost 0 game reps is trouble almost always. Experience cant be taught anywhere except IN GAMES and it is most effective when it is when the game is still being contested. Nothing you can do replaces that. Not talent, not knowledge of the play not/-hing but actual GAME REPS. Toss in not an ELITE staff that is a total rebuild and I would be STUNNED if they did better than 8-4/9-3
Dam man go play the lottery. You are a great predictor of the future.
Oh wait you probably said similar bs the last 3 seasons didn't you?
😂 Michigan is the most physical team in College Football your team folds up like lawn chairs 3 seasons in a row and a backup QB who played in a weak conference is going to change the narrative this year?
Michigan has proven what they are 3 years in a row, it's up to your team to prove they can change the narrative this season. You should comment a book about what they can do differently this season instead of trying tell is what Michigan wont/can't do this year.
Your team is the one on the hot seat not the Wolverines.
Spend your time more wisely.
Your coach will be gone if he doesn't win this year.
Comment on that😂😂
@@gregoryrapier7332this team hasn’t proven a damn thing. You guys keep yipping but team that did all that stuff is G-O-N-E gone. So are those coaches and so is Connor Stalions
These are the backups and behind them is zero. You are already less than you were and one or two injuries away from oblivion.
You keep saying you’re so tough as if the rest of the CFB teams aren’t.
You’re in for a big “come down” and a lesson in humility.
It could start as early as Fresno State.
Prepare to be stunned,the last 3 years osu was favored by almost everybody,hmmmm,how did that go,I'm not saying they will be better then last year,but I don't think they will be Brady hoke-richrod bad either,so only time will tell,and that is why they play the games
Take a breath freak.... you sound like a powder Puff suckeye...
Mi cheating bastards. Will go back to mediocrity 0 and 5 harbaugh performance pre cheating
They will be fine! When they start winning everyone will hush again 😂
Beating texas bc its an early season game, but losing to oregon, and OSU game could be 50/50 still bc its a rivalry
1. early season games favor teams with more returning experience that would be advantage for texas having ewers and sark
2. oregon ain't all that they played 1 good team last year and lost to them twice. all hype received by running the score up against bottom 50 defenses it even got them favored by 10 points against a washington team that just beat them a few weeks before. if you can tackle in open space that offense is not scary
And then you woke up.
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Ohio state 37
Michigan 17
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I’d bet any amount of money that you picked Ohio to win the last 3 years as well
Bet.
I predict they vacate 2 out if 3 and win the next 3 😢
Texas- 27
Michigan -24
Failed to mention the cheating scandal
Your mom doesn't play college football
@@chadg6874 what a lame ass comeback
@@bradonelkins687 you set em up, I knock em down, and set em back up for you. Go 😂
Did they find another new way to cheat?
Cheaters - no more cheating and scouting your opponents
ohio still crying. Just win the game.
@@cangle37 cheateds
Awe, another ass hurt poor little girl, with nothing to say, with saying. What's new in Ohio? Oh yes, nothing, Michigan still beats those biatches in ohio yet again! What's new? Oh yes, nothin!
You obviously have no idea.
That's alleged cheater to you, you mendacious cry baby!
Beat Ohio State in what exactly this year? Y'all aren't beating Texas Ohio State or Oregon this year who all out recruit you anyway y'all can't keep coaching staff or not cheat
I think they may fool the nay sayers!
Sam stick to something else. No team in history that’s had this much turnover has won 11 plus games stop.
12-0 Ryan goes to Bowling Green!!
Sam you forgot about Jordan Marshall at RB. MR. Ohio. Top freshman at RB usually play early. I can see him being RB3 pretty quick and a great future. He picked Michigan over osu.
Family prolly hates him for that, I know the rest of ohio does lmao
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T.v. viewership will be huge with those hard games they have this year. TEXAS at the big house week two ! Wow huge game. Then we got OREGON, WASHINGTON,OHIO STATE , USC all those game will be big money with huge bets and viewership.
Sam Michigan will have atleadtmthree loses Texas Oregon and Ohio State and Michigan won't be in the big10 title game
Lolololololol, ohio can't beat Michigan, they are Michigans bitches. Please child.
Let’s see about that
If Michigan beats OSU this year, when we’re supposed to have a down year, OSU spent 30 million in the transfer portal, and it’s supposed to be Ryan Days best team, I’m sorry but he’s gone. No questions asked
I didn't know you did the hiring and firing at Ohio State. If Ryan Day is so terrible, why do Michigan fans want him gone? 🤔
@@Al-RudigorTrust me, we don’t want Cooper 2.0 gone.
This team (145) looks scarier to me than team 143. Losing JJ’s steady hand may be a challenge, but I think our QB room is better than 143’s room. OL is definitely underrated. Defense still nasty. This team returns way more defensively than people think. Sherrone Moore will have this team ready to play. They will be playing with a chip on their shoulders and absolutely ZERO pressure. Watch out.
No pressure? They are the defending National Champs that some people think had an unfair hand. They are not Purdue.
Michigan dreamers. They will lose 4 games, OSU will crush TTUN, they do not even have a chance to even get close! We will dominate on both sides of the ball
@@steveryan1504 you sound like you've believed that would happen for that past 4 years. You probably bought a t-shirt from a shady Etsy account selling t-shirts that say hang a 100 on 'em.
@@fishdave40 why would they have any pressure? There is zero expectations for this team to repeat. No one's on the hot seat and the fan base is still in euphoric bliss. Are teams going to give Michigan their best shot? Some, but not all will do it because they will go into the game thinking we lost every single player and coach with a pulse. This teams going to have a lot of fun and it's going to be fun to watch. If I won the natty and people disrespected me, I'd be pissed. I think they are going to play pissed. Bad news for everybody else.
You easily forget we beat you 18/20 games before you won 3 in a row, and cheated to do that!
Michigan will be very good. Both lines will be great, running game will be one of the best in the country. They have the best defense in the nation. Loveland is top 2-3 TE in the nation. The question is will one of those QBs be anywhere close to JJ. Pretty important position
People might think I’m crazy but I think they will go 12-0 because this team knows what it’s like to win a national championship
No
You're right, you are crazy 😂😂😂
That would insane lol. I feel like that isn’t very likely. I predict 10-2, and we make another playoff run. Too many changes at UM this offseason.
Lol, 3-0 against Texas, Oregon, and Ohio State is not going to happen.
Not a chance
Go bucks
Tony Alford... 😅
Lmfao. You UM fans are living in a bubble of delusion. A new head coach, a low 3* qb and all your Oline replaced, does not equal 11 wins. 9-3. Book it.
Michigan is good enough to beat any team they play.. but they will not do that unfortunately.. that’s just football. I’m gonna guess 9-10 wins and hopefully a playoff spot.
😂😂😂😂😂
I could be totally wrong, but I lean towards Michigan succeeding rather than failing this year.
That's fair Homer hard my friend Homer hard! You believe in what you feel in your heart! As for me 8 win floor and 10 win ceiling I will choose 9-3.
you guys laughed when sam said Michigan would win the 2023 championship too
Y'all go loose go bucks
@@collegefootballwithsamfirst off, I love you're show, you're one of the best on you tube doing it and I listen to alot of content. That being said, the reason for my internet chuckle was purely because I see you're homer side coming out and its good to see. Most off the time you're takes are based in reality. Not to say that you echo the other "pundits" on YT like so many others. Im an Ohio State fan so I normally take everything a mich fan would say with scrutiny. I find you reasonable though and very entertaining and knowledgeable. And while you're take on what type of season mich could have this year could pan out @ this point in the year its easy to say what you think could happen with no retort but its just not likely for mich to go 11-1 after that much attrition on both side of the ball and the complete gutting of your coaching staff and program by harbaugh. Its just not. No amount of mental gymnastic would convince me otherwise till it happens on the field. Are there players on the roster who who have taken snaps in games sure you got some good guys, can they be good enough to win 11 games sure but theres alot of ?s that cannot be answered until the season starts and right know the Chalk says mich will probably loose a couple if not a few games this upcoming season. Mich lost 44 seniors and the whole coaching staff and theres been more than plenty of turmoil and other program stalling things happening to think yall only gon drop a game after all that. Thats where your homer is kicking in and I love it Sam. Scandal aside, the rivalry is back in full swing so we shall see what will happen but it is fun to talk about what could even though im used to you talking about whats most likely.
How did that biggest miracle in college football history happen??
Okay let’s be realistic now 3 losses make the playoffs maybe
Don't overlook WRs. Semaj Morgan and Tyler Morris were contributors last year and should both contribute more this year. Then you have Fredrick Moore. Kendrick Bell looked good in Spring game. Peyton O'Leary has potential. Amorion Walker is possible big contributor and some other young receivers possible breakouts.
Pac 12 teams are 7-7 teams and dont play defense, they will be rudely awakened to B10 football defenses quickly. Barnham and Houseman will be a huge upgrade from Colson and Barrett, the front 4 are the best in the nation.
Huge upgrade ? Colson May have been too LBer in country. And Barrett was all big ten. Hausmanand Barnham can be special too but I don’t see it as a upgrade
@@blakesir4279 Im not downplaying Barrett or Colson, they are great Wolverines and Champions, but Barnham and Houseman have more physical ability than then they did and higher ceilings, that said they need to do it on the field.
NO
I Think Michigan will be 10-2, and still make the playoffs. I'm not sure if we can beat Texas, or OSU this year, but don't have faith in Oregon yet. Oregon could not win in the Pac12, and now everyone thinks they are going to win a tougher conference.
The PAC was tougher than the B1G last season. PAC had 6 to 7 top 25 teams. Barely losing to Washington twice isn't any kind of cause for concern for Oregon.
The P12 was not better than the B10. None of them played defense. Had they played a B10 schedule, no way they have the same success they had last year@@andrewmueller9986
I think Texas is way overrated and they were better last year than this year. IMO, if michigan is losing to 1 between TX and OR, it's OR.
Unless the starting QB is awful, I'm predicting michigan beats both Texas and ohio and loses to Oregon, but then gets revenge against them in the B10 title game. Again, that's assuming solid QB play. We don't need an elite QB to be successful (although it helps) they just need to consistently execute when called on to do so.
@@andrewmueller9986tell me you don’t know ball then lmfao. The big ten had 7 top 25 defenses and 3 top 5s while pac 12 only had two top 25 defenses try again
@@Jrm-xs9qi I know all of that. The offenses in the pac were mostly way better though, and by metrics the pac was the tougher conference overall. The best big10 team beat the best pac12 team in the natty game but top to bottom the pac12 was the better conferences. it's just facts.
Well lets take a deeper dive. HUGE factor youre leaving out here. UM had 23 5-6th year seniors in 23 and 21 seniors that were all extremely experienced. UM is one of very few schools that had this many 23-25 year olds on their team. This number is down to 11 at the end of last season. huuuge factor
M returns a lot of experience. Our Oline is all fourth and fifth year players. We still will be primarily a junior and senior lead team
Alex Orji or the other QBs in contention will utilize the screen very much this season. It's another way to run the ball and pick up 3, 4 yards easily with Orji moving to his left or right for the screen, or simply tucking it in and going for it himself. Who is he screening to? You bet, the best running back in the country with great hands, Donovan Edwards. If you key up on Edwards, Orji runs. If you key up on Orji, he tosses it to Edwards who runs. Michigan only needs to throw deep on occasion and that will be few but Orji surprises there too probably. This is all good for at least a 10-2 season that gets Michigan into the playoffs. Who cares about the championship? It's a new system all together, much like March Madness. Get into the playoffs and go on a run peaking as you go. Don't matter your seed. That's how the Natty will be decided from now on. Those who look to traditional powers to prevail after a long season are forgetting the tournament will be a whole new season--wild and crazy and up for grabs.
First time since 2021 Connor Stallions is not on the sidelines. Will lose three games minimum, filthy Khakis knows what time it is that’s why he got out of town. Bet
YOUR RECRUITING RANKES #50
YOUR COACHES CHEATED TO WIN THEN YOU GOT CAUGHT AND THEY ALL ABANDONED YOU 😮.I THINK MICHIGAN IS GOING TO GET ALL YOUR WINS VACATED
🤣😂🤣 This is Hilarious 8-4 at best !
8-4 for Ohio St maybe you are correct! Love all the hate, what's new?????? Lolololololololol
You gotta be a fuck 👀 fan 😂😂
You can never account for injuries on any team. It’s always difficult to repeat as champions.
Bro, I think you’re crazy. I think wink Martindale is going to be a beast
36% returning production, 6 new coaches.. Michigan is probably 8-4 this year.
@@maxchenault9503 Michigan’s floor will be 10 wins based on their defensive play alone.
@@Th.chamberlain according to what metric?!
M does not return their 2 deep at DT. Kris Jenkins was a starter. He’s a big loss
Bruh you’re trippin, if you’re a homer just say that
Depends on unknown quarterback play
We are gonna beat you at least twice, Sam. Sorry. I love it, though. Good stuff, as always.
Challenge accepted. I could see you guys beating us twice this year.
I'm a 40 year season ticket holder and two time grad of Michigan. I think if we go 8-4 or better we would have to say the season was successful. We have an all new coaching staff, new QB and many new players along with a much tougher schedule this year. We have to manage expectations. It isn't going to be easy to travel to the West Coast either. Go Blue!
If we only lose 3 games I think it would be a good start for Sherrone without a solid QB
What’s on the west Coast?
@@thelostandunfoundseasy wins 😂😂
10-2 and I think it a success, Sam underestimating loss of a first round qb without a blue chip talent behind him
8-4 Sherrone Moore, no thanks he doesn't need that in season 1. With that defense they should win at least 9-10 games.
Great points man
This might be ignorant, and if it is, it is, but we're michigan! Undefeated
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Stopped watching when #3 “Elite DB Depth” was presented. There is no supporting evidence of that claim. Other points were invalid/guesses as well.
yeah elite is way too strong of a word.
Will Johnson will take away every opponents #1 receiver. Couple that with the fact that every opponents qb will have to hurry his progressions and the dB room will have a ton of opportunities to shine.
@@KeithElcock-pl9on You just described one elite cornerback and an elite defensive line. Not “elite DB depth”. Nice try :)
El Hadi = Beast
I agree. Great vid!
Thank you, Armand.
Look man. I’m not saying Michigan doesn’t have some of the best players in the league at TE, CB, and DL. They don’t have the depth to sustain a potentially 17 game season
what makes you think this? UM Is not Texas A&m buying the number one recruiting class in a given year and then not being able to develop it. u of m has been successful because of their ability to scout players that fit their needs and their program as a whole. then develop those talents.
too many people get hung up on the firestar flashy players, and those players may help you on the outside, but this is football and the game is one of the trenches. I will take 3 to 5 years of development in the weight room and learning complex offensive defense, align schemes and roll those players out year after year like UM has lately , over the likes of USC and as of late under Ryan Day Ohio State. when Ohio state was winning under Urban Meyer they were doing so with nasty offensive defensive lines, not a quarterback throwing the ball over the yard.
@nathanseibold4321 you missed his point
@nathanseibold4321 they still doesn't have the depth this year then all those players were there before the nil era. You still have to at least get a few elite players not a bunch out of high school. Players not going to stay 5,6 years anymore.
@@ammielcoats9762My point is, If you go off of a development and fit approach and not a sheer gathering of talent, the star ratings have less weight. Maybe the kid is ready as a junior to compete maybe he isn't ready to contribute until his 5th year but either way he is a man amongst boys if he is going up against a 5 star freshman 90 percent of the time when playing in the trenches. And like I said the game of football is won in the trenches.
What are you taking about? Besides WR their depth everywhere else is good.. it’s not gonna be last years.. that was historically great.. but it’s good.. they are 4 deep at every position but WR.. & they have the best LB duo in the country plus a top 7 RB.. they gonna be just fine.. should dig deeper on player personnel they have
Honestly orji is the best running qb since denard.
He literally only has 86 rushing yards. He doesn't have Denard speed. I think he'll have a lot of yards though if he doesn't get benched for turning the ball over just bc it's his only skill
When Michigan can win eight against Ohio State then we can talk till then Michigan is still in Ohio States review mirror
Bro.. check the record book. Enjoy your pie. Sit down, and be quiet Bucky! ;) See you in the championship! Go Blue!
I cant wait to hear this lol😂
Can't wait to see those weak and soft losers from ohio get whooped yet again! Lolololololololol
You guys are gonna miss Blake Corum more than you’re realizing. You’ll see.
No player can replace him that's for sure, but I think the combo of edwards and mullings will be pretty close at matching his production. Mullings is a converted LB that's not only crazy powerful, but has some get up. I think he'll at least be very close to matching corums short yardage and goaline production. An area in which edwards is lacking. But he's more than just a short yardage guy. I'm also excited to see what some of the young players can do and will get a chance to contribute as well.
Long story short, I think as a group their RBs will be phenomenal and be more than adequate at filling the hole left by corum
True but the same was said after Haskins in 2021. Nobody is worried about the RB room
Your dumb, period, you'll see! Lol
We beat the Buckeyes without him!😊
He was awesome, I’ll give you that!
But why didn’t we miss him so bad in ‘22? 🤔 😉
I'm legit curious if all Michigan fans condone cheating? Not even trolling serious question
No, because I am a Michigan fan who does not condone cheating.
@@collegefootballwithsam Respect fam it seems all too common that most UM fans are basically bragging and laughing about it like it's cool.
The defense for Michigan is going to be exhausted…aka, run out of gas against Oregon, and Ohio State since they won’t be able to have lengthy drives on offense, like 2023. They aren’t going to get enough time on the sideline to recover before they have to come back in on defense…just to give up another score.
This is some serious comic relief.
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Edwards, Mullins, and Ben Hall, Dulap...best RB room in the country. And i still have names i haven't mentioned
Im hoping for at least 10-2!
LMAO this is going to be the best season ever. Michigan fans have talked so much shit and have been irrelevant for so long, that they don't know what it feels like when those predictions are massively wrong. Trash before Stalions. Trash after.
Mi cheating bastards