Michigan's path to a bowl win starts with stopping Dalvin Cook

It’s no mystery who sits at the forefront of No. 6 Michigan's game planning and preparations this month.

Florida State running back Dalvin Cook first started running over and around opponents in the old Orange Bowl stadium, not far from where he and the Seminoles will finish their season this month against Michigan. If the sixth-ranked Wolverines are going to finish their season on a high note, their defense will have to make Cook’s homecoming an unhappy one.

The record-setting junior is the centerpiece of Florida State’s offense and has remained top of mind for Michigan defenders and coaches since the pairing for Dec. 30's Capital One Orange Bowl was announced weeks ago. Head coach Jim…