I for one have some concerns with Michigan

[loesshillshawk]

I know a lot of banter flying around about us dominating Michigan. What I have seen from Michigan is a short passing game that has had some success, something Iowa gives you. I have seen a mobile QB that is willing to wait, and take what the defense gives him or he will tuck and scoot. I think this really is trouble for any defense. Maybe my biggest concern is our offensive group...I really believe Michigan will come out and throw the kitchen sink at us. This could spell trouble for a young inexperienced line. I also am somewhat concerned with the conservative nature of our head coach ( I am ok with that) but sometimes that means not taking some shots downfield, which Michigan seems to give up. I don't know maybe just being a pessimist but this game really does bother me. Plus in a tight game your FG kicker could be the difference, and Kirk has been anything but flattering about our kickers. I guess time will tell.

 

[whammer33024]

44-21 iowa wins

 

[hawkeyescott]

1) If they come after Iowa like Arizona did you won't see down field shots because Stanzi won't have enough time.

2) If they do come after Iowa like that I would think KF and KOK learned something from Arizona and will throw wide receiver screens and slants and not run the ball into the teeth of the blitzing D and that will slow down the rush as well, plus our WR's are fast enough that if the first guy misses they will be off to the races.

3) I wouldn't say we have an inexperienced line at this point now as we are half way through the season now, still young yes, but they have enough experience now.

4) I fully expect a close game through the first half, I think Iowa (if they don't turn the ball over) can really wear out the Michigan D in the 2nd half and that is when you will see the "big" plays happen and Iowa wins by 10 to 17. If Michigan gives Iowa 5 turnovers like last year this won't be a 2 point game, this Iowa O is better then last year and the Michigan D this year is worse then last year.