... fans and critics across the country have given a wide range of predictions on what to expect from this year's team.

Some anticipate another 3-9 season.  Others boldly predict a 9-3 turnaround.

No one can argue that 2009 will be absolutely crucial in determining the future of this new era of Michigan football.

Rich Rodriguez, having narrowly escaped the wrath of the Good Ol' Boy Network, now must prove his worthiness to the sea of pseudo-liberal alumni who quietly hold their judgment until a later date.  Just how much later depends on how this year goes.

We all know how much pressure is on Coach Rodriguez.  But in my opinion, Greg Robinson is the man with the heaviest burden when September comes.

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