Michigan running back Blake Corum runs against Western Michigan cornerback DaShon Bussell during the first half in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021.
Michigan football was impressive against Western Michigan, dominating on both sides of the ball. Here are highlights and instant reactions.
Heading into the season opener, Michigan football‘s players and coaches said the Wolverines wanted to run the ball and on Saturday that rang true.
Cade McNamara was solid and with Michigan football leading 33-7, he gave way to J.J. McCarthy in the third quarter. Prior to that, he threw for 163 yards and two touchdowns including a bomb in the second quarter to Ronnie Bell which blew the game open at 17-7.