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University of Michigan Scheme Analysis

Offensive and defensive schemes, concepts, and tendencies for the Wolverines football program.

Coaching Staff

Chris CreightonHead Coach
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Chip LindseyOffensive Coordinator
Wink MartindaleDefensive Coordinator

Offensive System

Balanced Pro-Style

Key Traits

balancedvertical passingphysical

Primary Concepts

  • Play-Action
  • Vertical Routes
  • Power Running

Analysis Notes

Chip Lindsey brought more aggressive vertical passing attack. Known for success at North Carolina with Drake Maye and balanced attack at Auburn. Relied heavily on O-line to buy time and create lanes.

Related Schemes in Playbook

Defensive System

Multiple 3-4

Key Traits

physicaltenaciousblitz heavy

Primary Concepts

  • Pressure Packages
  • Man Coverage
  • Run Stuffing

Analysis Notes

Wink Martindale's aggressive scheme. Defense was stellar through first five games of 2025. Physical, fast, and tenacious style. Finished 9-3 in 2025 regular season.

Related Schemes in Playbook

Research Sources

Last researched: 12/23/2025

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