My wolverines, who had won five in a row, then lost three in a row, were playing Illinois this week end. Illinois was reputed to have an excellent defense, and Michigan had been described as having a sieve for a defense. This hurts the pride of us old wolverine fans. Michigan has been known for great defenses. Usually the defense won the games with turn overs, big plays and goal line stands. The new team relies more on offense.
Yesterday the score was tied at 31 at half time. Both teams were scoring almost at will. As long as Michigan isn't two scores behind, I don't feel too bad. At the end of regulation, Michigan had tied it up at 45 all. The defense had actually stopped Illinois a couple of times. Bo might have been looking down from Valhalla. In overtime each team scored touch downs on their first three possessions. In the third overtime the rules dictate that if you score a touchdown, you must go for two extra points. Michigan was successful with a pass from Forcier to Junior Hemmingway. By the way, I noticed on the replay of his catch, he takes his eye off the ball a fraction of a second before it is in his hands. Hope the coaching staff reads this. Anyway, I was wondering how Illinois would try to score their two points. Bo must have yelled down just at that moment,"Get your asses in there and stop that play or you'll never play another down for Michigan!" Suddenly two Michigan players, who had been blocked, got back to their feet and sacked the Illinois quarterback. Just like old times!
I hope the defense remembers that feeling. It electrifies millions of alumni.
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