Many fans / posters are upbeat about Michigan's recruiting, but we have been harping for two years now that we simply must upgrade our defensive depth. On Saturday, the first group did okay at best, but the second group had a rough day. The offense got the better of the defense on Saturday.
Note: For those who want to misinterpret this statement (listen closely to the coaches): they feel they are getting closer to having two guys at each position on offense, but still a ways away on defense.
Again, we need defensive recruits -- top-rated defensive recruits. Talent wins, especially on defense.
Forcier: let's start out this statement by reminding fans / posters (HE IS ONLY A HIGH SCHOOL KID), but having shouted that, Forcier turned it on in the scrimmage on Saturday. He simply has the quickest release of any quarterback we have had at Michigan for quite some time, and even better, he may be the first quarterback we can remember that is actually more effective when he is moving. He handled pressure brilliantly in scrimmage and delivered some nice passes when on the move. He made mistakes, but the offense looked quick, especially when he was at quarterback.
Feagin: He is not bad and had some good moments, especially running the ball.
Grady: His fifth and final year. He's had a really rough time at Michigan. You have to admire the fact he is still battling. We thought he had a very productive scrimmage, especially running between the tackles. He found the end zone a couple of times and carried some defenders with him. With Brown's injury situation and our lack of experience at running back, Grady could see some added snaps this year. We think, finally, he seems to be having fun. Whatever happens is positive.
Odoms: Had a very good practice.
One thing we noticed in the passing game, we did use tight end, but also used the running backs a lot. Minor caught numerous passes as did V. Smith.
The defense was good at times, but we still need a ton of improvement, especially in the area of our old problem of defending the pass over the middle. The coaches were not happy that when we had the quarterback pressured, he escaped and completed some big plays.
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