Michigan offensive line attributes run-blocking issues to overthinking

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Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Michigan offensive line attributes run-blocking issues to overthinking
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Michigan offensive guard Brady Norton has identified overthinking as a significant factor in the team's early run-blocking struggles. Ahead of their game against Iowa, Norton emphasized the need for the offensive line to play faster and focus on fundamentals instead of overanalyzing their play. He admitted to being critical of his own performance and acknowledged the importance of staying physical and reducing penalties. Norton believes that the line needs to regain their mindset to perform effectively against a strong Iowa defense during their upcoming matchup at The Big House.

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  • •Brady Norton cites overthinking as a reason for offensive line's struggles.
  • •Michigan faces Iowa at The Big House with kickoff at 3:36 p.m.
  • •The team aims to reduce penalties and increase physicality in play.
  • •Norton emphasizes the need to focus on fundamentals during the game.
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  • 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan OL reveals surprising reason for early run-blocking struggles
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Michigan guard Brady Norton says the offensive line is overthinking plays and needs to play faster against Iowa.

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