The Big Ten will open the year on Sept. 3rd as planned, at least until something changes, as the league announced its new 2020 schedule Wednesday. Michigan football will play Sept. 5.
Now that the docket is official, all the schools are aware of what lies in front of them as they begin camp on-time as originally scheduled, which is Aug. 7. Teams have been able to hold some workouts but fall camp begins in earnest Friday.
The schedule is far from perfect, but it’s still highly encouraging news for any football fan who lives for this beloved sport.