Scott Shafer Out as Wolverines Coordinator

<!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } --> With a senior-laden defense that was expected to carry the team this season, Scott Shafer had it all planned out. Unfortunately things didn't work out as he planned. In a statement released early Tuesday by the University, and Head Coach Rich Rodriguez, Defensive Coordinator Scott Shafer has resigned, effective immediately. "Scott and I agreed that moving in a different direction was in the best interest of the program," said coach Rich Rodriguez. "I appreciate Scott's hard work on behalf of Michigan football the past year. He is a good football coach, a good person and a true professional. We wish him well in the future." While the move comes as no surprise to Michigan fans, (who saw Michigan drop to 68th in total defense), it now leaves Rodriguez with no defensive coordinator. Michigan ranked 48th (nationally) against the run, and 87th against the pass. Too many times were Michigan players caught of out ... (link)