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Brian Miller's avatar

My heart goes out to Zak Zinter but, as a friend noted, better broken bones than torn ligaments. As if this team needs any more inspiration, the Wolverines will dedicate the rest of the season to him and, if Michigan wins the NC, Zinter should know he was an intergal part of it. He’s been at the center of the team’s success so far, after all.

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Steve Kornacki's avatar

Zinter will motivate his teammates even from the sideline, and, you're right, he's been a big part of all this team has and will accomplish. Your friend is correct. I tore ligaments playing football and the doctor told me I would've been better off breaking the bones there.

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Brian Miller's avatar

I like the motivation comment, not the part about you tearing ligaments. Ouch.

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Steve Kornacki's avatar

Thanks, Brian. I didn't think the like was about the ligament tear. Yeah, that wasn't a pleasant injury. I still feel it on cold, humid days.

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Bomill's avatar

This is the literal embodiment of a team. It’s not about star power and individual attention. They play for each other; they buy in to their roles; they share the credit; they keep their eyes focused on their team goals. They’ve done it without Jim Harbaugh, and now they’ll have to do it without Zak Zinter. They’re ready for this moment.

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Steve Kornacki's avatar

You're so right! This team sees an obstacle and instantly sees a solution or a way to turn a negative into the positive. The player and coach leadership for these Wolverines is off the charts.

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