Why Greg Robinson Will Become a Legend at Michigan!

So, after the 2008 season when Michigan's defense gave up a school-record 28 points per game and 366 yards per game with 42 touchdowns allowed, Rich Rodriguez decided it was time for a change, so in came former Syracuse head coach Greg Robinson.

Robinson does not have impressive head coaching stats, but many college football fans are not aware of Robinson's accomplishments as a defensive coordinator. So, allow me to give you some backround on our new defensive coordinator.

Here is Greg Robinson's resume:

1. He was a two-time Super Bowl champions coach while with the Denver Broncos in 1997 and 1998.

2. He spent 10 of his 14 years in the NFL as a defensive coordinator with the Kansas City Chiefs (2001-2003), the Denver Broncos (1995-2000), and the New York Jets (1995).

3. Robinson has compiled a 8-0 record in bowl games including four Rose Bowl victories at Texas (2004) and UCLA (1982-83 and 1985). He spent eight years coaching the defensive line at UCLA (1982-1988) while coordinating the offense during the 1989 season.

4. Robinson was born in Los Angeles, California, and was a linebacker at Bakersfield College (1970-1971). He eventually moved on to Pacific and graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1975.

5. In his 2005 Rose Bowl victory over Michigan, Robinson's defense ranked 23^rd in yards given up (320 yards per game), and they were ranked 18^th in scoring defense (17.0 points per game)

So, it will probably take more than a year for Robinson to turn around the defense. But, make no mistake, the defense will be better.

With good recruiting, Michigan's defense has a chance to become one of the best in the nation year in and year out—just not this year.

Also quick note: Robinson likes making the opposing quarterback uncomfortable, and he applies pressure on nearly every down.