The battle in the trenches will be an important matchup, as the Wolverines try to upset Ohio State. Michigan’s defensive front must find a way to exploit the Buckeyes’ injury-riddled offensive line:

Over the next two seasons, they supplemented their in-house talent with tackle Josh Simmons, a transfer from San Diego State, and center Seth McLaughlin, a transfer from Alabama. Both players eventually became integral parts of the front five.

The Michigan football offense -- let's face it -- has been subpar this year, to say the least. But on Saturday against Northwestern, the Wolverines got a respite from their ills, with the offense suddenly rounding back into form.