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Michigan football’s first-round NFL draft picks of the last decade
The College of Michigan’s streak of getting at the very least one first-round NFL draft decide can be prolonged to 4 years Thursday evening when defensive finish Aidan Hutchinson is chosen with one of many prime alternatives.
The Wolverines have had seven gamers taken within the first spherical within the final 10 drafts, together with 4 previously three years.
Hutchinson certainly can be added to the listing Thursday and is the doubtless No. 1 general decide, however he may not be the one to go within the prime 32. Defensive again Daxton Hill additionally has been projected as a first-round decide in a number of mocks, and out of doors linebacker David Ojabo, regardless of struggling a torn Achilles throughout Michigan’s professional day final month, nonetheless has an outdoor shot to be chosen within the first spherical, though it’s extra doubtless he’s a day 2 decide.
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Hutchinson and probably Hill and Ojabo can be becoming a member of these former Wolverines as first-round picks within the final 10 years in the event that they hear their names referred to as Thursday.
Offensive sort out Taylor Lewan: No. 11 general in 2014, Tennessee Titans
Lewan can be coming into his ninth NFL season in 2022 and stays the anchor of the Titans’ offensive line. The 30-year-old left sort out has began each recreation he has appeared in since his rookie season and is a three-time Professional Bowler. Nevertheless, he has missed 19 video games over the previous three seasons due to damage or suspension.
Lewan coming off the board early in 2014 wasn’t a shock after he earned All-American honors his ultimate two seasons at Michigan. He began 48 video games throughout his Wolverines profession, together with a stretch of 41 straight.
Security Jabrill Peppers: No. 25 general in 2017, Cleveland Browns
Peppers was the primary of a program-record 11 Wolverines chosen within the 2017 draft. The previous five-star recruit from New Jersey was coming off a stellar junior season through which he completed fifth within the Heisman Trophy voting.
Peppers signed a one-year contract with the New England Patriots in March after spending the earlier three seasons with the New York Giants. His finest 12 months got here in 2020, when he completed with a career-high 91 tackles, eight tackles for loss, 2 ½ sacks and 11 cross breakups. The 5-foot-11, 215-pounder was restricted to 6 video games final season after struggling a ruptured ACL and a high-ankle sprain.
After getting chosen by the Browns, Peppers performed simply two years in Cleveland earlier than being traded to New York within the blockbuster deal for receiver Odell Beckham Jr. In 61 profession video games, Peppers has began 59 and has 333 tackles, 4 ½ sacks, 4 interceptions, 25 cross breakups and 4 compelled fumbles.
He additionally has returned 83 punts for 693 yards (8.3 yard common) and 34 kickoffs for 749 yards (22 yard common).
Peppers, who primarily performed the “viper” place in Michigan’s protection, completed his profession with 125 tackles, 4 sacks and one interception in 27 video games (25 begins).
Defensive finish Taco Charlton: No. 28 general in 2017, Dallas Cowboys
Charlton had 9 mixed sacks over his first three seasons in Ann Arbor earlier than a breakout senior 12 months. The 6-foot-6, 270-pounder had 43 tackles and 9 ½ sacks in 2016 and was the sixth defensive finish chosen within the first spherical of the 2017 draft.
He struggled to achieve traction with the Cowboys and was launched in 2019 after two seasons with the group, ending with 46 tackles and 4 sacks in 27 video games.
Charlton was picked up by the Miami Dolphins forward of the 2019 season and had 21 tackles and 5 sacks in 10 video games, however he was a wholesome scratch later within the 12 months.
The Ohio native spent 2020 with the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs earlier than touchdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers final season. Charlton, who signed with the New Orleans Saints this offseason, has 92 tackles and 11 ½ sacks in 55 profession video games.
Linebacker Devin Bush: No. 10 general in 2019, Steelers
Bush turned the primary Michigan top-10 decide since Jake Lengthy in 2008. He had a stellar rookie season, main the workforce with 109 tackles. The 5-foot-11, 234-pounder additionally had 4 fumble recoveries, two interceptions and a landing en path to ending third within the defensive Rookie of the Yr voting.
His 2020 season abruptly ended after struggling a torn ACL in Week 5, however Bush returned to play in 14 video games in 2021, recording 70 tackles, 4 quarterback hits, two sacks and a fumble restoration.
Bush, a consensus All-American and Butkus Award finalist in 2018, left Michigan after his junior season. He was a two-year starter and completed with 194 tackles and 10 sacks in 38 video games.
Defensive finish/outdoors linebacker Rashan Gary: No. 12 general in 2019, Inexperienced Bay Packers
Gary had a breakout 2021 season for Inexperienced Bay, ending with a career-high 47 tackles, 9 1/2 sacks, 28 quarterback hits and two compelled fumbles in 16 video games. His 9 1/2 sacks have been good for 18th within the NFL
In Gary’s first two seasons mixed, he had 56 tackles and seven 1/2 sacks.
The previous No. 1 general recruit within the 2016 class left Michigan after his junior season and completed his profession with 137 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, and 10 1/2 sacks in 35 video games.
Middle Cesar Ruiz: No. 24 general in 2020, New Orleans Saints
The No. 1 ranked middle within the 2017 recruiting class was the primary middle chosen within the draft. Nevertheless, he performed proper guard as a rookie and break up time between proper guard and middle in 2021, beginning all 17 video games. He allowed 5 sacks, based on Professional Soccer Focus.
Ruiz additionally performed a number of positions for the Wolverines. The 6-foot-4, 316-pounder performed 5 video games are proper guard as a freshman earlier than beginning at middle his ultimate two seasons.
Defensive finish Kwity Paye: No. 21 general in 2021, Indianapolis Colts
Paye began all 15 video games he appeared in as a rookie, and most of his manufacturing got here through the second half of the season. The previous three-star recruit completed with 32 tackles, and all 4 of his sacks got here after Week 9.
The 6-foot-2, 261-pounder additionally had two fumble recoveries and 10 quarterback hits whereas enjoying 66% of defensive snaps.
Paye was restricted to 4 video games in 2020 for the Wolverines due to damage, however he emerged as a prime NFL prospect with a powerful 2019 season, recording a career-high 50 tackles, together with 12 1/2 for loss and 6 1/2 sacks.
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How about train service at Michigan Central Station? | Letters
After Michigan Central Station restoration, what’s next?
Last Sunday’s “Letters to the Editor” was dedicated to reminiscences of Detroit’s Michigan Central Station and reflections of the station’s restored status.
What about any plans or speculation about actual train service, and the state of Detroit’s current Amtrak station? The current station in New Center is functional at a bare-bones level. Passengers arriving at the station are greeting with a “Welcome to Detroit” message spelled out in adhesive mailbox-type letters stuck on the wall.
In the 1950s, my mother could take a train from Grand Rapids to Detroit. Not anymore.
Restoration of Michigan Central Station was once thought a near-impossibility. It happened, with universal support and national recognition.
Rail service to Michigan Central Station, and train service to the west side of the state is possible. There are no obstacles that cannot be achieved in this arena.
So often I hear my West Michigan friends and relatives say they would visit Detroit “if they didn’t have to drive.” Train service from Holland and Grand Rapids to Michigan Central Station would bring thousands of people a new and overwhelmingly positive view of Detroit.
Aaron Dome
Detroit
Mitch Albom is ‘almost always right,’ and ‘dangerously wrong’
After Mitch Albom writes a controversial piece, the opinion section is often filled with “Mitch is right, and Mitch is wrong” letters to the editor. What readers tend to miss is that Albom is almost always right, and also dangerously wrong in the same columns. It starts with his preferred tactic of writing as a moderate, common sense-filled centrist. The only problem is that more often than not, while he straddles the left and the right, he perpetuates false equivalencies between the two major political parties.
In his column last Sunday, he wrote correctly about how the Democrats and Republicans are both using fear as the driving message of their campaigns. (“Both parties have decided: In the 2024 election, ‘fear’ is the word,” June 23, Detroit Free Press.) This is an unfortunate place that our politics have come to, and Albom is dead on about that.
He went astray again when he claimed that both sides are guilty of the same thing. He is, of course, right on the surface. Both sides are using fear as the main force driving their message to vote for them or, more accurately, against their opponent.
However, the examples that Albom used objectively prove my point that he is once again drawing very weak parallels. He pointed out that Trump is scaring voters with a Biden presidency that will cause our economy to tank, allow violent immigrants to pour over the border and result in transgender story hours infiltrating our schools. We have four years of evidence that a Biden presidency will not do and has not done any of that.
The warnings about a second Trump presidency by the Biden campaign are also fear-mongering, but there is a distinct difference; they have already been proven to be true. Albom’s column said that the Democrats are also trying to scare us with claims that a Trump presidency will be one of retribution. Trump has actually been quoted as saying exactly that. The claims that he will be a dictator on day one are also Trump’s words, not theirs. Albom goes on to say that Democrats are trying to scare everyone into thinking that Trump will try to get rid of Obamacare, abortion rights and give tax breaks to the rich. Again, these are things that Trump either talked about doing, tried to do, or did during his four years in office.
It is one thing to try and scare voters with outrageous hypotheticals. It is something else entirely to remind them to be truly afraid of what they’ve already seen.
Bryan Chase
Huntington Woods
I can’t accept Mitch Albom’s ‘both-sides-ism’
Although I’m full of admiration for Mitch Albom’s writing and his extraordinary work to make our world and the broader world a better place, I can’t accept his “both-sides-ism” expressed in last Sunday’s column. (“Both parties have decided: In the 2024 election, ‘fear’ is the word,” June 23, Detroit Free Press.)
Just consider Mitch’s major point that citizens are pressed by Trump to fear that “… a Biden justice department would come after you … for every time you disagree with it.” And at the same time, Mitch says “… so does the Biden camp warn about Trump … who will target his enemies (in what will be) … a four-year revenge tour.”
So that’s what each side says. But responsible journalism requires some evaluation of the evidence.
There’s plenty of documentation (much of it from Trump himself) supporting Trump’s intention to target and prosecute those in the “deep state” and justice department and others who were not sufficiently loyal or who attempted to administer justice without fear or favor.
But where’s the evidence that the Biden team is planning to come after citizens who disagree with it? Documents outlining those plans? Statements from Biden or the attorney general? Campaign materials? Speeches by Biden confidantes or supportive political commentators?
It’s just not the same.
Michael Emlaw
Ann Arbor
‘Joe Biden will keep this country a democracy — Trump will not’
It was obvious that Joe Biden was not his best during the “debate” on Thursday. The same is true for Donald Trump.
For Trump, it was more like a “lie fest.” Trump never answered the questions forthrightly. He danced around them and outright lied.
Trump does not have the slightest clue what needs to be done. All he wants to do is to complain about the border as a talking point. Trump is a 78-year-old bully that has never grown up. Joe Biden is a good president in addition to being of moral character.
Trump would get rid of NATO and allow Russia to completely bulldoze Ukraine — and, why stop there? There’s Poland and others as well. Do not forget Trump attempted a coup on Jan. 6.
Trump said on Thursday what he said when he “debated” Hillary Clinton, that he would accept the outcome of the election only if it was fair. Well, IT WAS FAIR, and he did not accept it. What makes you think that he will this time around? Joe Biden will keep this country a democracy — Trump will not. For God sakes for the safety, well-being and freedoms we enjoy and want — re-elect Joe Biden.
Jim Jeziorowski
Wayne
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2 Washtenaw County deputies taken to hospital after crash at Michigan Avenue
YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Two Washtenaw County deputies were taken to the hospital after a crash at Michigan Avenue.
The crash happened Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Prospect Street in Ypsilanti Township, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office.
Officials said a patrol car was heading to a call when another vehicle collided with it at the intersection.
Two deputies were taken to a nearby hospital. They are expected to be OK, according to a spokesperson from the sheriff’s office.
“We are thankful that no one was seriously injured,” the department posted on Facebook.
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Tom Izzo Looks to Return to Tournament Dominance After 5 Years of Shortcomings
Last season, Michigan State men’s basketball faced a disappointing end in the 2024 NCAA Tournament, failing to live up to their usual high standards.
Despite entering with high expectations, the Spartans struggled with consistency and cohesion on the court, ultimately falling short of advancing deep into the postseason. The team, known for its strong defensive play and resilience under pressure, found themselves outmatched in critical moments, leading to an earlier exit than fans and analysts anticipated.
However, this setback has fueled a resurgence in the team’s determination and focus for the upcoming season. Head coach Tom Izzo, renowned for his ability to motivate and develop talent, has used the offseason to recalibrate and strengthen the roster. Key recruits and transfers have bolstered the team’s depth and versatility, addressing gaps that were evident during their previous campaign. This infusion of new talent, combined with returning players eager to prove themselves, has created a dynamic and competitive atmosphere within the squad.
One of the pivotal factors in the potential resurgence for Michigan State is its renewed emphasis on player development and strategic adjustments. Coach Izzo has emphasized improving offensive efficiency while maintaining their trademark defensive prowess. This strategic evolution aims to create a more balanced team capable of dominating both ends of the floor, a formula that has proven successful in past championship runs.
Moreover, the camaraderie and chemistry among players have been noticeably stronger during preseason workouts and scrimmages. Team leaders have emerged to guide and mentor younger players, fostering a cohesive unit that is not only talented individually but also cohesive as a collective force. This cohesion will be crucial in navigating the challenges of a demanding schedule and highly competitive conference play.
As the new season approaches, expectations are cautiously optimistic but palpable among the Michigan State faithful. The team’s trajectory suggests they are on track for a strong season, poised to reclaim their status as contenders on the national stage. With a blend of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, coupled with the strategic acumen of Coach Izzo, Michigan State men’s basketball appears primed to redeem last season’s disappointments and make a compelling case for championship contention once again.
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