While Michigan football has a huge game looming this Saturday against Michigan State, the Wolverines created some positive momentum with a 24-7 win over Washington.
It was exactly what the program needed after a horrendous performance against USC. The playoff hopes are still alive, and Michigan football, sitting at 3-1 in the Big Ten, could still end up playing for the conference championship if it wins out.
That's a big if. Not just because Ohio State remains on the schedule. There are four other games remaining, three on the road. Michigan is 1-2 in true road games so far this season.