Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh made his appearance on the Big Ten spring football coaches conference call on Wednesday, answering various questions from media members. Harbaugh spoke about Shea Patterson, the school's decision to cancel the spring game, and more.
The transcript of quotes from Harbaugh's Big Ten coaches conference call is below. The paraphrased and shortened questions are bolded, with Harbaugh's answers in quotes below. The order is as asked during the conference call. As usual, Harbaugh passed on making an opening statement.
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On Shea Patterson’s play and eligibility:
"Shea's practicing very well. He's going about his business and taking care of it nicely. He's controlling the things he can control."
On canceling spring game:
"Yeah, canceled because of the weather. 100% chance of thunderstorms is what they're saying as the evening goes, so the best thing, in the interest of everybody, the fans, players, staff that will be working the games, thought that was the best and right thing to do."
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Players he would ‘highlight’ this spring on defense:
Harbaugh mentioned that defensive lineman Michael Dwumfour is the "biggest riser" this spring and has helped himself the most. He also mentioned defensive back Ambry Thomas and linebacker Josh Ross by name.
Players he would ‘highlight’ this spring on offense:
Harbaugh went even more in depth when discussing the breakthrough players on offense, including the whole receiving core and offensive line, which he called "one of the bright spots of the spring."
Here are the players Harbaugh mentioned by name:
- Tarik Black
- Nico Collins
- Oliver Martin, who has "asserted himself on the scene"
- Nate Schoenle
- Nick Eubanks, who has "done a fantastic job"
- Cesar Ruiz, who has moved to center and "is doing great"
- Jon Runyan Jr.
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On big picture changes:
Harbaugh also touched on some of the new big-picture additions to the program, including their new weight room - which he called "magnificent" and also revealed that Michigan is building a new training center.
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