College Football Week 12: 5 bold predictions
By Jordan Luth
4. John O’Korn tosses four touchdowns in win over Indiana
With the injury to Wilton Speight, Houston Cougars transfer John O’Korn will make his first start for the Michigan Wolverines this Saturday. In his time at Houston, O’Korn threw for 4,068 yards and 34 touchdowns. He’ll get a chance to make his first start at home in front of the the home fans which should help boost his confidence.
Indiana’s defense has been the best part of their team this year and it has helped them win and keep them in tough games. Yet their defense allows 28.4 points a game on average. Michigan on the other hand averages about 44.5 points a game. They have so many explosive pieces that should help O’Korn feel comfortable. I expect that Michigan may play the wildcat a few more times than they usually do. Having Jabrill Peppers take the snap and seeing what he can create with his agility.
With all the pieces that Michigan has, it will be too much for Indiana’s defense to contain. John O’Korn will look very comfortable in the Michigan offense and will throw for four touchdowns in the game. Look for the run game to get them down the field and into much shorter third down conversions to help O’Korn. Jim Harbaugh will instill his utter most confidence in O’Korn which will only help him in the long run.