One of the things Michigan expected to hang its hat on during the 2024 season was elite defensive play, particularly on the defensive line. Even with the loss of Kris Jenkins to the NFL, Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant were returning, two of the nation’s best defensive tackles, to take on prominent roles.
With a duo like that, it guarantees a pretty high floor for almost any defense. However, through three games, Michigan’s defense hasn’t looked like the elite unit that many people expected to see.
Now, this isn’t necessarily the result of Graham and Grant up front, as the two have been able to hold their ground for the most part.