5 observations from Michigan's uninspiring win over Wisconsin

Breaking down the Wolverines win over Wisconsin.
Oct 4, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Michigan Wolverines running back Justice Haynes (22) rushes in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Oct 4, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Justice Haynes (22) rushes in the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Michigan football has legitimate options in the passing game

The Wolverines had two wide receivers go over 80 yards receiving in the same game. Wisconsin has struggled to defend the pass this season, allowing 234 yards per game, so keep that in mind.

Michigan didn't apologize for running all over a poor Nebraska run defense and it shouldn't apologize for throwing the ball well against a poor pass defense. McCulley made two big-time plays in the third quarter.

First, the Indiana transfer tapped his toe to make an acrobatic catch up the sideline. That sparked the offense, which scored soon after on a touchdown pass to McCulley, another play where he made something happen, this time after the catch.

Marsh also had an acrobatic catch that led to a field goal in the first half, as well as an explosive play on a corner route in the second half.

Marsh and McCulley combined to have 10 receptions for 192 yards. They each caught a pass of more than 30 yards. Semaj Morgan had a 19-yard gain. Marlin Klein needs to get more involved, yet this offense isn't void of playmakers.

Far from it as we learned on Saturday.