Hongbit

Good win by Michigan. My initial fears played out almost exactly. Michigan defense showed up and they got big plays in the run game. This was a tough game to lose as USC gave it away from poor tackling and bad end game play calling. A terrible introduction to Big 10 officiating as they missed obvious calls that directly resulted in Michigan TDs. The missed the spot and no replay on the 4th down prior to Mullings long TD and a clear as day hold to open the hole for Edwards TD run. They also ignored a blatant facemask on the last play of the 1st half that would’ve resulted in a USC FG attempt. That’s football and sometimes nothing goes your way. This loss doesn’t really hurt USC in the grand scheme of the new playoff world. If they beat the teams they are “supposed” to beat they should make the playoff. UM is the best defense they will play the rest of the season. I fear things aren’t going to be as good for Michigan the rest of the way. This may end up as the high point of the season. They were able to take advantage of the surprise factor against USC but that will easily be countered and game planned by other teams now the tape is out. The OL isn’t good enough to continue with an offense that is just run all the time and Im not sure how much more that defense can give. Not exactly where they go from here to find an offense.

This is how I thought this game would go before the season started. Michigan’s defense showed up. USC needs to figure out the OL.

Thanks for the free tickets!

Desmond picks USC on Gameday. I can’t remember the last time he picked against Michigan.

2 TD, 1 FG, 2 pt conversion

It’s been 17 years since these teams last met and John David Booty and Dwayne Jarrett torched Morgan Trent and the Michigan defense in the Rose Bowl. I had this game circled as a loss on the Trojans schedule before the season started based on Michigan’s strong defense and USC’s inexperience on both lines and their suspect defense. Thus far Michigan’s defense has been suspect and USC has played like a veteran team with great play from both lines. That’s college football. As for today, if SC plays like they did against LSU, they win handily. They have a huge coaching advantage and have had a week to work on a gameplan. If Michigan steps up on defense and gets great play from their NFL prospects and can hit a few big plays in the run game on offense, they can win on home turf. I know most of you have given up on the season but late money is starting to move in favor of Michigan. Should be a good one today and the start of a new conference rivalry. USC brought the full band with them and the Song Girls and their extra small white sweaters will be down on the field. USC 32 UM 18

The school produced hype video has a local.

I’m getting close to going and starting The Penguin on HBO Max.

Henderson 21/21

We’ve got to be swinging on those with 2 strikes. Her gonna call it every time

Everyone has a plan until Corbin Burnes throws a filthy pitch a few inches below the zone that CB Bucknor calls a strike.

Burnes/Bucknor is a brutal combination to hit on.

The Beastie Boys Story is a must watch on Apple TV. Severance and Ted Lasso are great as well.

How much longer until champagne is replaced at all victory celebrations and women are only allowed in the paddock with proper head coverings.

Excited to see the lineup respond against Burnes after he dominated them a week ago. I have new confidence they will do more than 3 runners in 7 innings.

Hey now - That’s a terrible first rule

I’d do this trade if the Leafs would throw in Austen Matthews

Let’s do it. 9 games left and only .5 out

Marsh at 41 pitches through 1 1/3 isn’t long for this game.

Let’s go!

It’s behind a paywall so I can’t read but I have a hard time believing that Campbell actually said that quote. The Lions history certainly doesn’t warrant anyone getting that upset over losses. Definitely not toward the most beloved coach in franchise history. He’s a funny guy so maybe he made a joke. He’s making a lot more money and could’ve just wanted to move into a bigger mansion.

10 games to go and I think 8 wins gets them in the playoffs. It’s possible even 7. I’m not even sure that Minnesota will be the team we are chasing. I can see KC folding up and going 3-6 or worse in their last 9 against SF, Wash, and Atl.

Would you be unhappy with the series if they lost today? I wouldn’t. I’m ok with 2 out of 3 this weekend too. This is the tough part they need to get through against playoff teams to give themselves a chance. Next week is a different story. They need to step up and win at least 5 of 6 against lesser teams with nothing to play for. Those are the must wins.