Last year's CFP loss to TCU in the Fiesta Bowl ate at the Wolverine quarterback, who responded with growth and was named the Big Ten's Quarterback of the Year
This is a great story about JJ, detailing his evolution from prospect to recruit to player to star to leader. But the thing that impresses me most is his determination, grit, and perserverance, to meet his (and his team’s) goals. Unlike last year, he should have a smile on his face after the semi-final is over.
For all he has done, McCarthy still has more to prove. He can take an enormous step forward with a win over Alabama. Unfair maybe, but that’s the perception he faces.
Good points, Bob. I think his health has factored into what he accomplished this season, but he still did pretty well. But he does have to prove he can win CFP games. Getting his record to 2-1 in those games would do that.
I love all you had to say about the J.J. story, Brian. It's special for all of us to watch a truly special person and talent. And I agree that he should be smiling Monday night in Pasadena. I just happen to be watching the sun set Friday night northwest of Pasadena. It's less than 72 hours to kickoff!
This is a great story about JJ, detailing his evolution from prospect to recruit to player to star to leader. But the thing that impresses me most is his determination, grit, and perserverance, to meet his (and his team’s) goals. Unlike last year, he should have a smile on his face after the semi-final is over.
For all he has done, McCarthy still has more to prove. He can take an enormous step forward with a win over Alabama. Unfair maybe, but that’s the perception he faces.
Good points, Bob. I think his health has factored into what he accomplished this season, but he still did pretty well. But he does have to prove he can win CFP games. Getting his record to 2-1 in those games would do that.
I love all you had to say about the J.J. story, Brian. It's special for all of us to watch a truly special person and talent. And I agree that he should be smiling Monday night in Pasadena. I just happen to be watching the sun set Friday night northwest of Pasadena. It's less than 72 hours to kickoff!