There were questions about the future of Jim Harbaugh at Michigan after a 2-4 season last year and a contract extension that made it much easier for the school to part with its coach.
Five wins in five weeks is exactly what the doctor ordered for the Wolverines, including Saturday's win at Wisconsin, where they had lost the last five meetings.
The formula this season is working. The running game has been consistent and taken pressure off quarterback Cade McNamara to carry the offense. The defense hasn't allowed more than 17 points.
Now here's some reality.