1. Michigan's sense of urgency was awfully necessary
From the onset, Michigan's attack was calculated. They let Bryce Underwood play free and unapologetic. He combined for 300 yards himself in the first two periods alone. In past experiences, Michigan has let its foot off the pedal and could have done the same when Central Michigan picked off Underwood, but they bogged down and showed no mercy.
Michigan's defense was unforgiving as well. Jaishawn Barham played like he had hoped to last week. Central Michigan had a season-low in total yardage and points. Underwood and Justice Haynes outrushed the Chippewas by themselves. The offensive line was missing two of its starters, but that didn't give them an excuse to slack off because it was a unequal opponent.
Haynes had a touchdown brought back because of a hold on Nathan Efobi to open the second half. It would have been the most explosive play of the game and sprung Haynes into the 200-yard rushing territory for his efforts. Jasper Parker flashed some signals that could win him the third running back spot in the rotation if something happens to Haynes or Jordan Marshall.