Friday night opinions wanted: Michigan at Minny

[EYO's Chadman]

With the Michigan loss to Iowa, the game this Friday has taken on a different tone. Being a watcher of the Gophers, I had this game circled as a trouncing by the Wolverines when the schedule came out. Now, after what I would assume to be a very demoralizing loss to Iowa, I am wondering what the mindset is in Ann Arbor. I always assume the Gophers to get their asses handed to them on the proverbial platter when they get into Big 10 action, especially in the big games. But I am wondering what the mindset of Michigan could possibly be at this point. Going to be difficult for me to go against Michigan here, knowing the Gophs as I do, but could they be in turmoil?

Anyone have an opinion or any info from the Ann Arbor area on the Wolverines? Thanks in advance.

 

[Synman]

Until the Gophers can beat Michigan or Ohio St, they will still be the same old Goof's. I think it will be a highly entertaining game, especially for Michigan fans.

 

[yak merchant]

High Scoring affair with whoever has the ball last winning.

 

[ND2002HORNS]

Michigan by 4-7 pts.
The Wolverine Seniors should get it done. For such a Senior laden team I am stunned that they already have 2 losses but no way do they drop to 4-3. If they lose Friday night then they are in big trouble when they travel to Purdue and Michigan St.
The Wolverines get back on track after a tough loss last week. Quality of schedule will show he is the superior team.

HORNS

 

[wox11]

THINK MICHIGAN GETS THE WIN HERE. THE MARGIN DEPENDS ON THE PLAY OF NAVARRE GL ~ TO ALL WHO BETS THIS ONE

 

[EYO's Chadman]

Thanks, fellas. I am very surprised that Michigan is where they are at this point. I expected them to be playing for the National Title this season after watching the way Navarre led the team early on. I am painfully aware of the Gophers tradition of playing no one, dropping 3-4 conference games, and playing in a secondary bowl. Just wondered what the mental state of things are for the Michigan players and coaches after two losses, and if anyone had any first hand knowledge or a local bead on the team. The first loss can usually be overcome by hope, but two losses this early can really knock down a team with National Title aspirations. I know the Gophers will be sky high, just trying to measure the Wolverines.

Thanks again for the thoughts.

 

[CWood97]

Michigan has far more talent than Minny, especially on defense BUT :

*Navarre is 0-7 on the road vs ranked teams.
*UM will likely start a true frosh at corner, who got victimized on two deep passes at Iowa (by backup receivers)
*Larry Stevens, UM's top defensive lineman will either not play, or be hobbled for the game.

Its a no play for me.

 

[Allnet]

If I had to pick a side it would be Mich... But, unitl they get their kicking game/special teams problems straightened out, count me out. But, then again, by waiting I'll miss their first cover, won't I.
GL.....

 

[mademan]

But, then again, by waiting I'll miss their first cover, won't I.
GL.....

Michigan vs CMich = Michigan win and cover
Michigan vs Houston = Michigan win and cover
Michigan vs ND = Michigan win and cover
Michigan vs Oregon = Michigan loss and no cover
Michigan vs Indiana = Michigan win but no cover
Michigan vs Iowa = Michigan loss and no cover

Michigan is 3-3 ATS this year.

 

[hawkeye]

the first time Minn sees such speed-and the carpet just makes it a bigger advantage-Minn played no one- big step up in class big step down in clas for mich--mich easily