Eloquent Incoherence

The University has announced a new apparel and footwear deal with Adidas. The 9-year deal is worth $7.5 million in cash and merchandise and contains a clause guaranteeing that Michigan will be Adidas’ highest-paid school. Adidas replaces Nike as the University’s athletic apparel sponsor. The new deal with Adidas will take effect in 2008 after the current contract with Nike expires.  

Well, sort of. 4-star QB Steven Threet of Adrian, MI has transferred to Michigan after committing to Georgia Tech last fall and enrolling early. Threet will have to sit out the 2007 season as per NCAA transfer rules, but will be eligible to practice with the team. He was ranked among the top 15 QB prospects in the nation by all the major scouting services this past recruiting season. He’s a traditional pocket passer QB and fits into Michigan’s offense perfectly. He’s known for his accuracy, not his arm strength. The addition of Threet means that 5-star QB Ryan Mallet, the crown jewel of the 2007 recruiting class, will have some competition for the starting QB position when it opens up in 2008.

4 years ago today, I married the most wonderful woman in the world, and I thank God every day that she came into my life. I don’t know where I would be without her, and I feel like the luckiest guy in the world for getting to spend the rest of my life with her. Happy anniversary, sweetie.