... around Ann Arbor look pretty bleak.  Michigan football is no longer resurgent, instead feeling stagnant. The moribund feeling of 2008 is creeping into the hearts and minds of many Wolverine faithful. The dreams and expectations of being a factor in the Big Ten are dissipating.

However, should the Wolverine fan base really have expected to be a factor in the Big Ten? Did the Big Blue faithful get too excited about Tate Forcier and Rich Rodriguez's improved offense? Was the hiring of a successful defensive coordinator going to improve a suspect defense? Are the 2009 Michigan Wolverines really that good?

As good as a 4-0 start feels, it was very nearly 2-2. Michigan beat Notre Dame with the assistance of poor coaching decision...

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