5 things we learned in Michigan football's win over Wisconsin

Oct 4, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Michigan Wolverines running back Justice Haynes (22) rushes in the first 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 first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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The offensive line is a work in progress

The most disappointing thing on Saturday was the play of the offensive line. Andrew Sprague is a redshirt freshman, and he looked like it on Saturday.

Michigan's gap-blocking run game really had a tough time getting off the ground. Sprague was beaten numerous times on runs and pass plays. He wasn't alone, though.

Wisconsin does have a good defensive line. Let's give the Badgers some credit. There's a reason they only allowed 50 yards rushing per game. Michigan football still rushed for 175. That's not nothing.

But the pass protection was a problem, too. Bryce Underwood handled it well, yet he was under fire all day. It was better in the second half. Michigan also did a better job of getting the ball to its playmakers.

The offensive line was missing Giovanni El-Hadi, so there is room for improvement, but that front five needs to improve if Michigan football is going to make the College Football Playoff.