Michigan football’s top 10 defensive players from Week 5 vs. Iowa according to PFF
The Wolverines defeated Iowa on Saturday, 27-14 to end a four-game losing streak at Kinnick Stadium.
The Michigan defense held Iowa to 281 yards of total offense. The maize and blue completely shut down the Hawkeyes running attack. Iowa had a meager 35 yards on the ground so the Hawkeyes were forced to air the ball out after being down in the second half.
Spencer Petras, had an unusually solid game in the second half, throwing for 246 yards and one score.
The Michigan defense had a rather lackluster pass rush in the first half, but it got home in the second when it was needed. The Wolverines sacked Petras four times in the second half.
If you wondered which Michigan players had the best game on the defensive side of the ball, we have you covered. Pro Football Focus grades every player after every game.
Here are the top 10 Michigan football defensive players with a 15-snap
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Michigan football's top 10 offensive players from Week 5 vs. Iowa according to PFF
minimum after beating Iowa in Week 5.
DJ Turner
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Grade: 62.0
52 snaps
Gemon Green
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Grade: 62.3
44 snaps
R.J. Moten
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Grade: 63.8
39 snaps
Michael Barrett
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Grade: 64.0
42 snaps
Taylor Upshaw
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Grade: 66.7
18 snaps
Makari Paige
Sep 10, 2022; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive back Makari Paige (7) and defensive back DJ Turner (5) break up a pass attempt to Hawaii Warriors wide receiver Jalen Walthall (4)at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports
Grade: 69.5
43 snaps
Jaylen Harrell
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Grade: 69.9
39 snaps
Mike Morris
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Grade: 71.5
33 snaps
Eyabi Okie
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Grade: 73.0
26 snaps
Mason Graham
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Grade: 76.4
30 snaps
