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The Michigan Insider
247Sports, Michigan Football, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan, Michigan athletics, College Football
Michigan-Iowa preview: Keys for the Wolverines in Big Ten opener
SEP 25, 202641 MIN
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Description
In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan football team's upcoming matchup against Iowa, as both teams open Big Ten play, and discuss the keys for the Wolverines in the contest.
The begin with a look at Michigan's offense, and how the Wolverines can shake the Hawkeyes' defense loose and put players in conflict. They also look at Bryce Underwood's next step, offensive players who need to step up, what needs to work in the run game and more.
In the second half of the episode, they look at Michigan's defensive keys. They discuss the importance of the Wolverines providing pressure, the value of a four-quarter game plan, the physicality and discipline needed and other factors. They close with final thoughts on the matchup, and predictions for the game.

