Michigan linebacker Joe Bolden (35) says the team is focusing on Indiana, even though Michigan State’s loss Saturday night to Nebraska has created opportunity in the Big Ten East race.(Photo: John T. Greilick, Detroit News) Ann Arbor — The Michigan players insist their focus is on the upcoming game at Indiana, and while no one doubts that, they must be keeping tabs of the Big Ten East possibilities. With Michigan State’s loss at Nebraska last Saturday, the door opened a bit for Michigan (7-2, 4-1 Big Ten), who obviously needs to win at Indiana and then at Penn State, but must now hope for an Ohio State victory over Michigan State on Nov. 21 in Columbus. That would set the stage for a Michigan-Ohio State regular-season finale at Michigan Stadium with the East Division title on the line and a shot at the Big Ten championship game in Indianapolis. Michigan’s one Big Ten loss this season was to Michigan State. Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh was asked if this potential window of opportunity for the Wolverines in terms of the Big Ten championship game, is something he will address with this team. “I’m sure they’re aware of that,” Harbaugh said. “If not, we’ll make them aware of it. I’m sure they are.” But rooting for Ohio State? Really? Is that even possible…
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