re: Old School Model - Rose Bowl Edition : #1 Michigan (13-0) vs #4 Alabama (12-1)

I'll take 1 point or 30, so long as it's a W.

I was a bit surprised how close the offenses are in Run to Pass Balance and Total Plays.

Rushes(% of total plays)- Passes(% of Total plays)- Total Plays
Bama: 518(63%) - 302(37%) - 820
Um: 493(61%)- 315(39%) - 808

I've only watched a few UM games, and it seemed they were heavier on the run than Bama. I do like the advantage in Yards per pass attempt. It looks like Bama can keep them honest on defense, while Bama can maybe afford to play heavier on rush D.

Some other notes that were pretty similar:
Bama:
94% RZ conversion
46.75% 3rd down concessions

UM:
88.14% RZ conversion
46.71% 3rd down concessions

Two very physical teams. It should be a great matchup.

Thanks for the break down as always!