Michigan’s matchup with Alabama is fast approaching, and by now it’s likely the teams have a better sense of how they match up with one another. In any given matchup, there are players whose performance can have a larger than usual impact on the game, likely due to mismatches between the teams.
One example of this would be TCU’s Max Duggan, who regularly caused fits for Michigan’s defense last year with his mobility in the Fiesta Bowl. Once again in the playoff this year, Michigan has some players who can help to exploit Alabama’s vulnerabilities.