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BREAKING: Michigan slips in latest Coaches Poll

Chris Breiler

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After a somewhat rocky first half of the 2024 season, the Michigan Wolverines (4-2) entered the bye week ranked No. 21 in the coaches poll. Michigan's ongoing issues with inconsistent play defensively, along with the lack of productive play from the quarterbacks, have left many wondering just what the second half of the season has in store for the reigning national champions.

But it's not all bad news for the Wolverines. Running back Kalel Mullings has been a bright spot, and the offensive line appears to be finding its rhythm with each passing week. While the quarterback play has been far from good, veteran Jack Tuttle made his first appearance of the season against Washington last weekend and provided some hope that there's a competent passing attack in this Michigan offense.

On the defensive side of the ball, Michigan's front four have also continued to improve week by week. While there are still some question marks in the secondary, along with a growing concern that the defense can't seem to figure out how to play a full four quarters of football, there is certainly enough talent to get this thing turned around in the second half of the season.

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Here's a look at the Top 25 in the latest Coaches Poll:

  1. Texas
  2. Oregon
  3. Penn State
  4. Georgia
  5. Ohio State
  6. Miami
  7. Alabama
  8. LSU
  9. Clemson
  10. Tennessee
  11. Notre Dame
  12. Iowa State
  13. BYU
  14. Texas A&M
  15. Ole Miss
  16. Missouri
  17. Kansas State
  18. Indiana
  19. Boise State
  20. Pittsburgh
  21. Illinois
  22. Michigan
  23. SMU
  24. Army
  25. Nebraska

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