Michigan football’s strategy in recent seasons has been pretty straightforward — run the ball and shorten the game. That strategy was on full display in the Ohio State game this season. Despite only scoring 13 points, the Wolverines put together some effective drives, keeping the ball out of Ohio State’s hands and running the clock as much as possible. Michigan possessed the ball for 33:35 against the Buckeyes.
It’s a strategy that has worked well for the Wolverines, but it’s fair to question if this will change under new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey and with the addition of the most prolific quarterback recruit to ever commit to Michigan, five-star Bryce Underwood.