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Michigan 38, Northwestern 0

Jehu Chesson had a 96-yard kickoff return for a touchdown to start the game.

Set phasers to destroy. Michigan obviously didn’t put any stock in the idea that it was going to be a low-scoring, defensive affair. From the opening kickoff – literally – this was Michigan’s game. For the second year in a row, this was most obvious when Northwestern had the ball and Michigan’s defensive line was just crushing the offensive line backward into the quarterback’s face. I agreed with announcer Matt Millen that Northwestern needed to get quarterbacks Clayton Thorson and Matt Alviti out of the pocket more. It wouldn’t have changed the overall outcome, but it might have generated a few more completions and yards. The Wildcats just don’t have the beef and athleticism up front to deal with Michigan’s explosive front.

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Preview: Michigan vs. Northwestern

I have yet to see a good looking Northwestern girl, so here’s a picture of Chrissy Teigen in a purple bikini.

Rush Offense vs. Northwestern Rush Defense
Michigan is #35 nationally with 201 yards/game on the ground, and the 4.86 yards/carry is tied for 40th. Those numbers are bolstered by a few big plays, including two long touchdowns by wide receiver Jehu Chesson on fly sweeps. The standard running game is not quite so productive. Starting running back De’Veon Smith, who missed last week’s game after suffering an ankle injury against BYU, should return for Northwestern. He has 331 yards and 4 touchdowns on 4.8 yards/carry. Redshirt junior Drake Johnson has moved into the backup role, and he has averaged more than 5.1 yards/carry for the past three weeks. Starting fullback Joe Kerridge has missed the past couple games with a leg injury, too, and while he’s the superior blocker at the position, backup Sione Houma is averaging 5.2 yards/carry on 10 attempts. Michigan’s offensive line is largely intact, although left guard Ben Braden was knocked out of last week’s game. Northwestern is #26 against the run while giving up 117 yards/game, and they’re #44 with 3.72 yards against/carry. In their 4-3 defense, middle linebacker Anthony Walker leads the team with 44 tackles and 8.5 tackles for loss; he is quick and diagnoses plays well. Strongside defensive end Dean Lowry is 6’6″, 290 lbs. and will be tough to handle for Michigan’s offensive tackles. The entire team tackles well, and the safeties are willing to step up and help in the running game. It will be tough sledding for Michigan’s offense, because the Wolverines lack the speed to stretch the field and make these defenders play in space.
Advantage: Northwestern

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Highlights: Michigan 28, Maryland 0

Visitors: Michigan vs. Northwestern

Tampa (FL) Berkeley Prep tight end Jacob Mathis

2016
Quayshon Alexander – DE – Wayne (NJ) De Paul: Alexander is a 6’3″, 230 lb. prospect who committed to Nebraska in June; he also has offers from Arizona State, Iowa, Miami, Michigan, Rutgers, and Virginia Tech, among others. He’s a 247 Composite 3-star, the #31 weakside end, and #447 overall. He is a teammate of running back Kareem Walker (Ohio State) and offensive guard Thiyo Lukusa (Michigan State), the latter of whom transferred there this year after playing at Traverse City (MI) West. This is an official visit.

Devin Bush, Jr. – LB – Pembroke Pines (FL) Flanagan:

Brad Hawkins, Jr. – WR – Camden (NJ) Camden: Hawkins committed to Michigan this summer. You can check up on how his senior season is going here (LINK). This is an unofficial visit.

Lavert Hill – CB – Detroit (MI) King:

Ron Johnson, Jr. – DE – Camden (NJ) Camden: Johnson committed to Michigan over the summer. You can check up on his senior season here (LINK).

Jacob Mathis – TE – Tampa (FL) Berkeley Prep: Mathis is a 6’3″, 223 lb. prospect with offers from Florida, Miami, Michigan, and Ole Miss, among others. He’s a 247 Composite 4-star, the #9 tight end, and #276 overall. With Philadelphia (PA) Imhotep’s Naseir Upshur committing to Florida State and Bradenton (FL) IMG Academy’s Isaac Nauta looking like a Georgia lean, Mathis is emerging as perhaps Michigan’s top target at the tight end position. Florida appears to be the biggest contender for his services. This is his official visit.

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MLive: Former U-M football player charged with illegally videotaping sex

This is why Logan Tuley-Tillman got booted from the team a few weeks ago (LINK).