2019 Michigan Gameday #5: vs. Iowa

It's another noon kickoff on this cool fall Ann Arbor afternoon for the game that will define the 2019 season, until the next one that defines the 2019 season.  #14 Iowa will bring their 4-0 record up north to face the 3-1 Wolverines (#19) in their toughest test since their last toughest test.

Michigan is coming off a much-needed 52-0 smackdown of lowly Rutgers, which has things pointed in a much more positive direction.  It wasn't a flawless performance but was at least a sign that the team can put up points as promised.

The Hawkeyes will be a tough out this year, and despite the overall series record being heavily in Michigan's favor, that's been the case recently, with Iowa winning six of the last 10, including five of six since 2009.  This will be their first matchup in Ann Arbor since 2012, though, which was also Michigan's last win in the rivalry.

If both lines can settle down and do their part and the offensive coaches can put QB Shea Patterson in situations he can handle, Michigan can come out of this game with a big win.  The play-calling and ball control were much better last week and continuing that momentum would go a long way toward a crucial victory.  Though I have no idea how this one will turn out, I'll be pulling for a big homecoming win for Jim Harbaugh's squad.

LET'S GO BLUE!