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Michigan Wolverines Look to Finish Strong With No Bowl In Sight

 
It has not been an easy year for the Wolverines. Enough has been said about the 3-7 record, all the longstanding series wins broken, the first losing season and lack of bowl game in a long time. But with two games left on the schedule, the Wolverines look to take their momentum from last week's victory and finish strong. Northwestern will be a tough fight. They are bowl bound and are on the rise under Pat Fitzgerald. Ohio State is as good as ever and is seeming to come around at the right time. Michigan will finish near the bottom of the Big Ten, and will watch as many of their competitors head off to bowl practices and games in January. For the players, this is the last chance to prove themselves. The seniors will play their final game in Ann Arbor on Saturday, and there is no doubt emotions will be running high. For underclassmen, this is the chance to solidify themselves a starting spot, and to gain some recognition for the struggling Michigan program. For the coaches, this is a chance ... (link)

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