Michigan fans were very eager for the start of the season, especially considering this was a game against the Fresno State team which they believed they would trounce. The Wolverines arrived at their playoff victory but the game raised more questions than answers mainly on the offense. It was not a day well-remember for Florida’s much-vaunted offensive line, an important component of the Michigan team.

The unit coordination lacked flow, and this was evident throughout the whole match. Head Coach Sherrone Moore addressed these concerns head-on. He didn’t sugarcoat the issues but also didn’t seem overly worried. A particularly evident aspect was the offense line and while admitting to this fact Moore quickly reiterated that “it takes time.” Such statements provided a certain level of comfort while at the same time making fans more optimistic that the team will “be better next week,” 

But the elephant in the room was the overall performance of the offense. When asked how the talent could be developed, he stated that there were “ups and downs,” but quickly added that it is ideal and they will always attempt to be better. 

He stated that the defense performed well and also there is much that they have to tidy up. We could see that Moore is interested in the larger picture, and not necessarily the outcome that would be posted within a short while.

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As a matter of defense, Josaiah Stewart made the team’s position very clear from the onset. “We played hard and physical. We came out there and set the tone,” he said. The defense struggled to contain Fresno State and the same could also be said about the offense though there is always room for improvement. This type of aggression improves the team’s mentality as it heads into the next games.