Michigan prediction

Why UConn could win: The Huskies are a veteran team and do something that is essential to win on the road — run the ball. UConn’s strength on offense is its offensive line and the running game, and pounding with Jordan Todman, D.J. Shoemate and perhaps a little Robbie Frey should eat up the clock and take a physical toll. Michigan was subpar against the run last year, and they have gone full-time to the 3-3-5 stack defense, and you need big defensive linemen to do that. Michigan is going to struggle on defense this year, and can the Huskies exploit that physically on Saturday? I also love the fact UConn is starting an experienced quarterback who is in his fifth year. Zach Frazer has had an up and down career, but the stars are aligned for him. We have to look no further than the growing pains of Tino Sunseri of Pitt against Utah to see how critical an experienced quarterback is. Frazer knows how to manage a game, and he knows the offense stone cold. He’s always had ability, now it looks like the knowledge has caught on. The fans and atmosphere won’t bother Frazer. It isn’t as much scrutiny as last year at Notre Dame, or as much pressure.

Full post at:  http://jiblogs.com/jsilvers_uconn_football_blog/2010/09/04/day-before/