A lot has been made out of Jimmy Clausen and the Notre Dame passing attack, especially after his last two outings.
Probably the most relevant question, if not the most important question is whether or not Michigan can defend this aerial assault. To answer that question in one word, I'd have to say yes.
To say yes is a pretty big statement to make, at least on the surface. Notre Dame has a very, very experienced offensive line that has provided excellent protection for Clausen as of late. The Irish also have an outstanding group of wide receivers and tight ends to throw to in Michael Floyd, Golden Tate and Kyle Rudolph.
Upon further review it seems that Michigan does have the athletes on defense to cover the weapons that Notre Dame has on their squad. It all begins up front of course, ...
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Can Michigan Defend Notre Dame’s Aerial Assault?
Posted: 11th September 2009 by Charles Welch in NFLComments Off on Can Michigan Defend Notre Dame’s Aerial Assault?