Brady Hoke’s first season as Michigan head coach was better than most expected, and in 2012 he’ll look to avoid a sophomore slump.

With a defense that continues to improve and offense loaded with speed and talent, Hoke should have no trouble building off of last year’s success.

In 2012, the Wolverines play six home games and six road games. One of those road games is against the defending BCS national champion Alabama Crimson Tide, and the game will be played at a neutral site in Cowboys Stadium. It’s the first game of the year, and it shouldn’t disappoint.

Denard Robinson will be a Heisman contender in 2012, and since it will be his senior year expect him to deliver one heck of a performance all season long.

The Wolverines are the favorites not only in the Legends Division but the entire Big Ten conference for 2012. They’ll have to escape their typical midseason mishap next year if they want to win it all, though.

 

I’m Eric Bowman. Follow me on Twitter, @E_ROCK12. 

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