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Derek Jeter wants Michigan bragging rights
Not only is Derek a Michigan fan, he thinks new coach Rich Rodriguez can help the Wolverines get over the hump against Ohio State. It was mentioned as part of an interview with the Detroit Free Press, in which Jeter — a Michigan native — was asked about Rodriguez and the Wolverines.
Q: With you being a Michigan football fan, what do you expect out of the team this season?
A: You always expect them to be competitive. You expect them to win. I mean — that’s the bottom line, sort of like how it is here (with the Yankees). Regardless of who the coach is or anything, people still expect the team to be good. So, I’m sure they will be fine.
Q: Are you happy with the Rich Rodriguez hire?
A: I didn’t really pay much attention to it. But everything I’ve heard about him is that he’s a great guy, he’s a great coach, and I’m sure he’s going to do a great job.
Q: Does his new offense give Michigan a better chance of beating Ohio State?
A: Hopefully. (George) Steinbrenner is an Ohio State guy. He’s had bragging rights for a while, so hopefully they can beat them this year.
Always helpful for a rivalry to get celebrities involved, like Jack Nicklaus for the Buckeyes against Jeter for the Wolverines. Plus, Rodriguez must be thrilled if he heard these comments, because he needs all the support he can get right now after his deposition in the case against West Virginia was released this week. In it, Rodriguez says the athletic department was basically the worst place on Earth.
So, Rodriguez will invite any nice thoughts about he or his program. Especially if someone thinks that his team can beat Ohio State.
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