I've heard the UM coaches were concerned about playing a spring season. I don't know why.
I can understand concerns about practicing and playing in the winter. It's hard enough to prepare for the playoffs in December, and in some cases into early January. But, the team has done that.
I also note that UM starts spring ball in early March, plays 2 weeks, takes a week off, and then comes back for two weeks. Spring ball is done by just after mid-April. In terms of preparation, what's the difference? Some, but not a huge amount, in my view. I get that starting practice in early Feb. for a late Feb. game is different.
I understand the cost argument. Don't the know the amount.
I'm sorry, but covid is just not a big health risk for players playing now. Probably not much for coaches. Covid risk does not go to zero by not playing a spring season.
UM thinks it has a championship quality team. Why not play for that? Will UM still have a championship team for a fall season. I hope so, but I assume some players will move on.
I know football is long, and long seasons and many games can take a toll on a team. But, if someone is hurt in spring and can't or shouldn't play in the fall, they won't or shouldn't play in fall. What's the risk there? Some from playing so many games in a period of 10 months.