Michigan Frames Maryland as 'Playoff' Test, Not a Trap

Moore tells reporters to stop discussing Ohio State to keep the team locked on a must-win trip to College Park.

Overview

Head coach Sherrone Moore said the matchup is a playoff-type game and insisted there is “zero trap game” in facing Maryland this week.
Michigan’s recent narrow wins against Purdue and Northwestern have intensified emphasis on execution heading into Saturday.
Jordan Marshall is day-to-day after negative X-rays, and left tackle Evan Link is described as getting close to returning.
Maryland has lost six straight after a 4-0 start, with several early defeats by one possession, and needs to win out to reach bowl eligibility.
University leaders publicly endorsed Mike Locksley to return next season, a show of support Michigan players believe could energize the 4-6 Terps.