Breaking:Top Wolverines star banned from all facilities

There is no stage with more significance and history than the Rose Bowl. Serving as the host for a College Football Playoff Semifinal matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines, this could be the game for the ages.

Michigan was the best team in college football during the regular season, earning the No. 1 spot in the CFP after finishing first in FPI, second in strength of resume and boasting one of the best defenses in college football. On the other side is a Crimson Tide team that came alive in the second half of the season, beating the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC title game to sneak into the playoff.

While there are plenty of storylines to talk about for the College Football Playoff Semifinal matchup, let’s dive into the stats to know and matchups to watch in the 2024 Rose Bowl.

While there are plenty of storylines to talk about for the College Football Playoff Semifinal matchup, let’s dive into the stats to know and matchups to watch in the 2024 Rose Bowl.

However, this unit started to settle in as the season unfolded. Milroe still faced pressure at a fairly high rate, but the signal-caller was also responsible for some of the pressures encountered and sacks taken. With that said, added time in the pocket unlocked Milroe into a Heisman Trophy contender and one of the best dual-threat quarterbacks in the second half of the season. Clean pockets are rare against Michigan, though.

The Wolverines had one of the best pass rushes in the nation throughout the regular season. Not only are the season-long numbers impressive, but it really came through for defensive coordinator Jesse Minter in some big games.