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This was supposed to be different.

And Michigan had two weeks to prepare.

But the Wolverines failed again in a big game under Jim Harbaugh, losing 35-14 at Wisconsin on Saturday in a game that wasn't nearly as close as the final score. The Badgers built a 35-0 lead and cruised, looking like a true Big Ten contender. Meanwhile, Harbaugh in year five ...

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Michigan under Jim Harbaugh:

~0-4 against Ohio State

~1-9 vs. top-10 opponents

~0-7 as an underdog

~1-6 on the road against ranked opponents

~Five losses by at least 21 points, including three of their last five games — Kyle Rowland (@KyleRowland) September 21, 2019

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As big of trainwrecks as Rich Rodriguez and Brady Hoke eras were they NEVER trailed by 28 at the end of a first half. NEVER. — Michael Spath (@MichaelSpathITH) September 21, 2019

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Michigan is a complete disaster. I was certain Harbaugh would be successful there. Same with Chip Kelly at UCLA. Thus far, and likely forever, wrong on both accounts. — Dan Wetzel (@DanWetzel) September 21, 2019

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It’s really not a hot take but just a fact.



The Jim Harbaugh era at Michigan has been all hype and no substance. — Danny Kanell (@dannykanell) September 21, 2019

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The offense was in transition, with Josh Gattis in as the new offensive coordinator.

But the Wolverines still had Don Brown on defense. That should be enough, right?

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor carved the Wolverines up for 203 rushing yards and it would have been more if it didn't have to leave the game for a bit because of cramps. Taylor had 51 yards on the Badgers' opening TD drive, and then Michigan's defense just parted in a 72-yard touchdown run.

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Jack Coan putting the finishing touches on a dominant first half by Wisconsin



(via @BigTenNetwork) pic.twitter.com/1YSEN8IZHt — SI College Football (@si_ncaafb) September 21, 2019

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What in the world has happened to Michigan's defense. Just pitiful. — Pat Forde (@YahooForde) September 21, 2019

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Something is wrong with my TV. I’m trying to watch Michigan/Wisconsin but instead it’s just footage of Wisconsin running 9-7 period vs the scout team. — Daniel Jeremiah (@MoveTheSticks) September 21, 2019

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What happened to Don Brown’s run defense? pic.twitter.com/vlECRusM2W — Bryan Fischer (@BryanDFischer) September 21, 2019

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But about that offense, too.

Shea Patterson hit Ronnie Bell for a 68-yard pass on the first play from scrimmage, but then things were a mess. That included Ben Mason coming in and fumbling in his first offensive snap of the season.

The Wolverines have a big turnover problem (nine in four games) and still don't have an identity.

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From my weekend preview on QB Shea Patterson: "His lack of development has been alarming – it’s make-or-break time for him to sway evaluators."



Patterson today in the 1st half: 5-for-14, 87 yards, 0 TDs, 1 INT.



Dylan McCaffrey starts the 2nd half for #Michigan — Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) September 21, 2019

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Josh Gattis, Harbaugh’s new OC, might be the biggest media creation/hype job to date. As in football history. Dudes lost at sea....clear he has no clue what he’s doing rn. Jim Leanhard, a real coach, is taking him to pound town — John Middlekauff (@JohnMiddlekauff) September 21, 2019

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It’s almost like ... and just hear me out ... Jim Harbaugh is an average college coach and Shea Patterson isn’t a game-changer. — Barrett Sallee (@BarrettSallee) September 21, 2019

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So now what, Michigan fans?

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There is something severely wrong at Michigan, and I'm starting to think it's Harbaugh.....they have great players, top 15 recruiting. And they can't win decent football games, and have to pull it out against crap teams. #GoBlue — Brian Dickey (@dynamitedickey) September 21, 2019

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What did I see today? A Michigan team that has a lot of work to do. Offense still isn't clicking under new offensive coordinator and the defense hasn't figured out to communicate on switches. It's going to be a long season if they don't figure this out ASAP #GoBlue — Derrious Heath (@Dtrain_Heath) September 21, 2019

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Today has been a hard day. Please respect me and my family’s privacy during this time. Please do try to text me, call me, ask me to to go to work, or get out of bed until basketball season. Thank you. #goblue 〽️ — Joey. (@joefinn_) September 21, 2019

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I was literally this👌🏽 close to grabbing #Michigan v Maryland tickets ... but if they going play like this I’m good fam... this is hard to watch from the couch let alone live😭

I can not defend Harbaugh any longer 🏌🏽‍♂️✊🏽#GoBlue — read my location (@SWILLA_LO) September 21, 2019

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I really thought this would be a turn the corner and foot on gas year for @UMichFootball not a shove it in reverse and look worse each game! I like Harbaugh and was fired up when he was hired, but something has to change!! Embarrassing and disappointing! #GoBlue — Ken Brown (@kennyb1414) September 21, 2019

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Am considering replacing my #Michigan football DVR recording time with #FamilyGuy reruns next week. Is that considered jumping off the #wolverine bandwagon? #GoBlue — Brian CK (@BrianCKinTroy) September 21, 2019

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I guess we know why Michigan's offense has looked so good in practice — Maize n Brew (@MaizenBrew) September 21, 2019

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Jim Harbaugh and Shea Patterson talking on the sidelines about the Offense: pic.twitter.com/9i4F3JMZqg — The Dawgzilla (@TheDawgzilla) September 21, 2019

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Me trying to come up with a list of possible replacements for Harbaugh pic.twitter.com/dKQMjJwEma — Alex Day (@goaleday) September 21, 2019

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Watching is Michigan football is brutal. Our offense sucks and the defense is non-existent. — Kristen (@hall3km) September 21, 2019

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Oh don't worry about the Michigan defense, they still have Don Brown. pic.twitter.com/AbYnFcpkQ2 — Nittany Lion Ryan (@DonutDropkicks) September 21, 2019

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If Michigan got a point for every time it lost contain on defense, this would be a very, very close game. — Scott Bell (@sbell021) September 21, 2019

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2 things:



1. Don Brown exposed.

2. We will drop out of the top 25. — Josh Reynolds (@joshjreynolds) September 21, 2019

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So when does Don Brown start getting some heat?!?! — J.Dub (@sweetjonny320) September 21, 2019

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I've made a subtle change in my fandom this year. I've realized I can love Michigan football and support the team, while also not expecting them to be very good. I don't have to talk myself into believing this program is back to where it was 15 years ago, only to be disappointed. — Andy Reid (@misterAndyReid) September 21, 2019

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Is Joe Milton there??? I mean, actually in the state of Wisconsin??? #MichiganFootball pic.twitter.com/KyIJebCYm3 — Jason Dolberry-Ammons (@Fats_Mussolini) September 21, 2019

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I have tried to be a faithful fan who is never embarrassed of UM football but this dumpster 🔥 is about enough. I'm sick of waiting for next year. I'm tired of high hopes only to be let down. #fireharbaugh @UMichFootball — Matthew smith (@Matthew_Smith36) September 21, 2019

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Shea Patterson thinking about still having to face Michigan State, and Ohio State's defenses: pic.twitter.com/J3gzAhKG1l — Joseph (@BuckeyevsTworld) September 21, 2019

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and to all of those Michigan fans who told me I should be ashamed for dumping on Shea Patterson I have two words: Go crawl. Or maybe get planked. I’m conflicted. — Steve Budney (@coachbugs) September 21, 2019

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It really do be like that sometimes...



¯\_(ツ)_/¯#OnWisconsin pic.twitter.com/KbJU2y4CsJ — Wisconsin Football (@BadgerFootball) September 21, 2019

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