The Michigan Wolverines secured a gritty 19-13 win over the No. 11 Alabama Crimson Tide in their final game of the 2024 season, despite missing several starters due to opt-outs and draft prep. The Wolverines came out strong, scoring 16 early points and limiting the Tide’s offense to three giveaways in their first 10 plays.
The Michigan defense took over, shutting down the Tide and securing the upset. Pro Football Focus (PFF) data showed that key players like Andrew Sprague, Jordan Marshall, and Wesley Walker delivered outstanding performances.
Sprague, a rising star for the Wolverines, finished with a 63.3 overall grade after logging 67 snaps against Alabama. He helped pave the way for Marshall’s 100-yard rushing performance. Marshall, Michigan’s emerging RB1, showcased his versatility with an impressive 80.6 rushing grade and solid 78.9 pass-blocking grade.
The Wolverines’ secondary, led by Walker’s outstanding coverage grade of 83.9, was at its best in the season’s closing weeks. Hall also made a notable impact, forcing a fumble on a blitz that Brandt recovered. Meanwhile, the defense struggled with some underperforming players, including Jaydon Hood and Ike Iwunnah, who received tackling grades below 30.0.
Overall, Michigan’s win was an impressive display of resilience and teamwork, cementing their place in the season’s closing weeks.
Source: https://www.maizenbrew.com/2025/1/1/24333557/pff-snap-counts-grades-michigan-alabama-reliaquest-bowl-jordan-marshall-wesley-walker