Michigan Football vs Wisconsin: Important Takeaways from the Wolverines Win

Michigan defense proves its elite

No that anyone doubted the talent of the Michigan defense, but when you shut down the eight-ranked team in the country, especially with the game on the line in the fourth quarter, it says something.

The Badgers are known for running the football. But against Michigan football, Wisconsin was completely turned away, rushing 28 times for only 71 yards.

Throughout the game, UM was relentless. They stonewalled Wisconsin all day at the line of scrimmage and battered Hornibrook from start to finish. The Wolverines not only sacked the freshman three times, they forced him into an average yards per pass of a paltry 3.9.

For the game, Hornibrook was just 9-of-25 for 88 yards. He did throw one touchdown, but finished with three interceptions, including one on the Badgers’ final drive.

Michigan football may still have some work to do on offense, but as far as the defense is concerned, the Wolverines are as good as it gets in college football.