2019-20 Season

Five takeaways from Michigan’s win over Michigan State

By Dylan Burkhardt

Posted on February 10, 2020

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Michigan beat Michigan State on Saturday afternoon in the type of rivalry win that can define a season. The Wolverines had their backs against the wall after losing their last three straight at home but controlled the game for 40 minutes to beat the Spartans for the first time since 2018.

What does Michigan’s win mean moving forward? Here are five takeaways, including a look at Zavier Simpson’s legacy, Michigan’s defensive improvement, Isaiah Livers’ impact on the rotation, Franz Wagner and Austin Davis.

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