Was the Spring Game an entertaining, well-refined display of Michigan football? No, it was anything but. It exposed that this team still has a long way to go. It showed that Nussmeier doesn't have this offense converted to an "Alabamaesque" type offense......yet. It showed that Gardner may not be the Heisman hopeful that we all dream he will be. Or Shane Morris for that matter. But what it did show, is that these kids have only been playing together for a few weeks. It showed that some of them are technically, age-speaking, still in high school. It showed that, while some of us fans are sick of the excuse, they are still young. There are 40+ freshman and sophomores on the roster. And not just on the roster, but listed on the depth chart. It also showed that while Michigan football may not quite be "back" yet, they are on their way. They've got the talent. Now it just needs to be developed.
While many of us are hoping for a breakout season and competing for a B1G Title, or a National Championship, we need to be realistic. This very well may be a coupla years out still. For now, we need to rally around these kids and coaches and with each other, to embrace where we are as a football team and not set ourselves up for disappointment and cliff-jumping.
I'm sure, before long, there will be those cliff-jumpers. Contemplating selling their season tickets. Asking for Hoke's head. Blaming Rich Rod for the current state of Michigan football. Berating Brandon for the money he spends and the business he is running. Degrading Gardner's effort, or lack of, and saying he doesn't play with heart. Thinking Morris and Peppers are the answers and all we need to be National Champs. I say, relax. Take a step back. Loosen the noose, heck even slip it off your neck and over your head. Be passionate. Be outspoken. Be a fanatic. But, be patient. Sing The Victors. Pump the fist. This is Michigan.
My Pick 6 pics from yesterday:
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Inside Crisler Center

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That beautiful winged helmet
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This is Michigan
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Wistert's jersey, which is a onesie.
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Us with the new Bo statue.
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Ahhhhh, a view from the student section
Go Blue!
~ Bekki

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Go Blue!
~ Bekki
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