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Michigan Football: Retaining Martindale, Adding QB Coach
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Michigan football fans eagerly awaiting news on defensive coordinator Wink Martindales future were disappointed as head coach Sherrone Moore confirmed Martindales return for another season. Despite some strong performances, the defense struggled against top teams, giving up twenty-seven points in several key games. The decision to retain Martindale has sparked debate among fans, especially considering the blitz-heavy schemes didnt always pay off against strong opponents.
On the offensive side, Coach Moore announced plans to add a dedicated quarterbacks coach to further develop players like Bryce Underwood. This move comes after the offense struggled against ranked opponents, averaging only eleven points per game in those matchups this past season. The team is also considering medical redshirts for players like Rod Moore and Mikey Keene, hoping to bring them back for the next season.
These coaching decisions and potential player returns are part of Michigans strategy to strengthen both their offense and defense for the upcoming season, with the goal of being more competitive and addressing areas that need improvement to challenge for championships.
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