We've got to understand and and be able to change zone and match-up man concepts, and then also we've got to be in a position that we can load the box to try to stop the run. We've got to have tremendous eye discipline. We’ve got to do a great job in our coverage. We can't allow there to be chunk yardage in the run game and through the air. The goal doesn't change on trying to eliminate explosive plays.
We've got to do a tremendous job in getting our guys in position - understanding that there’s going to be times that we make a call that they counter that and have a good call as well. UNLV coach Barry Odom previewed the Wolverines: “They've got great coaches and great players and their scheme is tough. The Rebels are 2-16 all-time against Big Ten opponents, including a 28-7 loss to the Wolverines in 2015. The Wolverines enter on a 16-game home winning streak that dates back to 2021. UNLV matchup will be called by Brad Nessler (play-by-play) and Gary Danielson (analyst), with Jenny Dell reporting from the sidelines. Kickoff from Michigan Stadium is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 2 Michigan football team plays its second of three non-conference games to begin the 2023 season when they welcome the UNLV Rebels to the Big House.