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Michigan Wolverines Stay Undefeated, Conquer Northwestern 42-24

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The #11 Michigan Wolverines took to the road for the first time this season tonight. And in their trip to Northwestern's Ryan Field, UM quickly found themselves trailing for just the second time this season in the second half. (The first time was the Notre Dame "Under the Lights" game). Denard Robinson, 17-26-337 yards, 2 TD, 3 INT made some really ugly throws in the first … [Read more...] about Michigan Wolverines Stay Undefeated, Conquer Northwestern 42-24

Notre Dame Fighting Irish 59, Air Force Falcons 33: Rapid Reaction

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Offense was the story in South Bend on Saturday, as Tommy Rees the “Game Manager” became Tommy Rees “the Touchdown slinger.” Notre Dame reeled off 42 first half points thanks in large part to four passing touchdowns from their quarterback in route to a 59-33 shellacking of the Air Force Academy in a game that was not even as close as the already lopsided outcome would … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Fighting Irish 59, Air Force Falcons 33: Rapid Reaction

Unemployed Detroit Man REVELS in Lions, Tigers, Wolverines Successes

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This comes to me from a Detroit area man, and sports fan, who's enduring a professional setback, and some personal financial uncertainty right now. Yes, you might have heard a thing or two in the news about the city of Detroit and its economic hardships. Now you're hearing about their athletic successes as well. Well the media often likes to present those two situations … [Read more...] about Unemployed Detroit Man REVELS in Lions, Tigers, Wolverines Successes

#11 Michigan Wolverines vs. Northwestern Wildcats: Brutally Honest Game Preview

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If you ever needed any more evidence that Greg Robinson was in fact THE WORST Defensive Coordinator in college football history, look no further than what the Michigan Wolverines defense has done this year. They've only given up 10 whole points in their last three games, and the unit is more opportunistic and turnover-forcing (more on that here) Sure, this unit has their two … [Read more...] about #11 Michigan Wolverines vs. Northwestern Wildcats: Brutally Honest Game Preview

Tigers Leading ALDS, Lions and Wolverines 9-0: Pure Michigan

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Bloomberg News reported that the success of Detroit sports would inject another $140 million into the economy. As the Detroit Red Wings get started, the motor city's most famous and successful sports brand complements the Lions winning ways (4-0, one of just two undefeated teams left in the NFL), the Detroit Tigers winning the AL Central and leading the New York Yankees in the … [Read more...] about Tigers Leading ALDS, Lions and Wolverines 9-0: Pure Michigan

Big Ten Football 2011 Power Rankings: Conference Season Kick-off Edition

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College football is in mid-season form as Big Ten play begins this week. The Illini are 4-0 for the first time since 1951, and they just completed their first undefeated non-conference season since 2001. That's all we really need for an intro- let's get to the rankings. 1.) Wisconsin Badgers (4-0) Have put in the most impressive offensive and defensive performance so far … [Read more...] about Big Ten Football 2011 Power Rankings: Conference Season Kick-off Edition

#22 Wolverines 28, SDSU Aztecs 7: The Michigan Difference

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There was a Saturday like this last season in Big Ten football. Where no one in the conference played anybody at all. I think it may have been the same week- the one preceding the start of conference play, so everyone could fatten up with a won and get their confidence up for league play. Directional Michigan looked pretty bad in the morning games as the Central Michigan … [Read more...] about #22 Wolverines 28, SDSU Aztecs 7: The Michigan Difference

#22 Michigan Wolverines vs. San Diego State Aztecs: Brutally Honest Game Preview

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Michigan Wolverines vs. San Diego State Aztecs- pretty obvious storyline in this match-up of two 3-0 teams. Welcome to the Brady Hoke Bowl! From Fox Sports/AP: When Brady Hoke was coaching at San Diego State, he played a part in scheduling a game for this week at Michigan Stadium. Hoke now wishes he hadn't. ''I told Dave Brandon, `Let's buy that one out,''' Hoke recalled … [Read more...] about #22 Michigan Wolverines vs. San Diego State Aztecs: Brutally Honest Game Preview

Wolverines, Illini Enter Top 25; Buckeyes, Spartans Drop Out

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The Big Ten saw two teams drop out of the national polls this week; only to be replaced by two different teams. The Michigan Wolverines, who were on the cusp of the rankings last week, entered for the first time this college football season at #22. Fresh off their 31-3 pasting of their little sister Eastern Michigan from slightly down the road, the Wolverines will take on … [Read more...] about Wolverines, Illini Enter Top 25; Buckeyes, Spartans Drop Out