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Michigan looks to find answers in the backfield

Michigan hasn't seen a 1,000 yard rusher since 2011, or had a true go-to back since Mike Hart. They look to change that this season with a plethora of backs.

Going into the 2015 campaign, there seems to be plenty of talent in what is a crowded Michigan Wolverine backfield. Between Derrick Green, De'Veon Smith, Drake Johnson, and transfer Ty Isaac, Jim Harbaugh and new running backs coach Tyrone Wheatley have plenty of options to help them try to produce the school's first 1,000 yard rusher since 2011.

The Wolverines will be looking for improvements in consistency in a backfield that was anything but that last season, as well as staying healthy.