8/28/02- John Navarre- Time to Shine...

Time to answer the critics

Every one of the great Michigan quarterbacks have struggled at some point in the careers.  Every quarterback has faced criticism from the media and fans.  For inspiration John Navarre needs to look no further than the two most recent Wolverine signal callers to head to the NFL.

Brian Griese was so unsure of getting playing time his senior year that he almost didn't return to Michigan.  He came back, won a National Championship and is a starting quarterback in the NFL.  Tom Brady seemed to be nothing more than a speed bump in the way of heir apparent Drew Henson.  Brady worked on his game in the off-season, practiced hard, beat Drew Henson out and earned a reputation of being a clutch 4th quarter performer.  He's now an NFL starting quarterback and was Super Bowl MVP leading his team to the Championship last season.

Where does Navarre fit in?

Wolverine fans have been spoiled.  We have had a run of great quarterbacks. Former Wolverine signal callers Elvis Grbac, Todd Collins, Scott Dreisbach, Brian Griese, and Tom Brady have all gone on to play in the NFL after their collegiate careers.

Where does John Navarre fit in?  This is the year that will define his legacy at Michigan.  He needs to take control

Time to be the Man

Everyone who has every played football at any level has dreamed of gridiron glory on the big stage.  Unlike most, John Navarre has the opportunity to make his dreams come true.  By every account instead of being discouraged by last season's collapse he has returned with an even higher sense of purpose and dedication.  This is John Navarre's time.  I think he's going to shock everyone with his performance.

I think that John Navarre will be the breakout player on this year's Michigan team.  History is on his side.

Go Blue!

Phil Callihan
UMGoBlue.COM- By Fans...For Fans
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