Even the most optimistic fan was not expecting a performance like the one that Michigan put on Saturday night in Minneapolis, absolutely hammering the No. 21 Gophers 49-24 in an emphatic start to the unique 2020 season. The Wolverines were clicking on offense early, putting up 35 points in the first half and never looking back.
What made this win so impressive is that nearly everyone chipped in. With inexperienced starters across the board, there were plenty of question marks coming into the opening game. There were definitely some mistakes and areas to clean up, but overall, it is hard not to be impressed by many of the performances against Minnesota.