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Trevor Keegan, the veteran star offensive lineman for Michigan football, is setting high expectations for the 2023 college football season. After a successful run in the previous year, where Michigan achieved a 13-1 record and secured a spot in the College Football Playoff for the second consecutive season, Keegan believes nothing less than a national championship game appearance will suffice for the Wolverines.

Trevor Keegan, Michigan football gunning for national title in 2023-24

Keegan has been an integral part of Michigan’s success in recent years. He has played a significant role in the team’s two consecutive Big Ten titles, two victories over their rival Ohio State, and back-to-back finishes in the top three rankings. Despite these accomplishments, Keegan is determined to bring a national title back to Ann Arbor before concluding his college career.

With his dedication and commitment, Keegan is aiming to propel the Wolverines to new heights in the 2023-24 season. His desire for a national championship reflects the team’s aspirations and emphasizes their determination to achieve greatness on the football field, something that the Maize and Blue are known for, being the winningest program of all time.

“I love to win,” Keegan said on ‘Those Who Stay.’ “I’m very competitive, and if you’re playing this game and you’re not winning, it’s not worth it. My decision to return was because I just want to win a national championship.”

Hard work is paying off for the Maize and Blue

Trevor Keegan went on to state how he got to where he is — he took no credit, rather pinning it on his family.

“My parents both worked really hard to get me where I am. They showed me the blue collar mentality, care for others, to do everything the right way. And for me, I’m just personally self-drive. I feel like all that combined, you’re going to be successful in life.”

To position themselves for a potential national title in the 2023-24 season, the Michigan football program must adopt a “blue collar mentality.” This mindset entails disregarding preseason rankings, polls, betting lines, and other external factors and focusing solely on the task at hand. The Wolverines need to block out distractions and concentrate on their work ethic and determination.

It is worth noting that Michigan has not won a national title since the turn of the millennium. Therefore, the 2023-24 team represents a significant opportunity for the program to contend for a championship, comparable to the success of Lloyd Carr’s 1997 team that competed in the 1998 Rose Bowl game against Washington State nearly 30 years ago.

By embracing a blue collar mentality, the Michigan football program can foster a culture of hard work, resilience, and unity. This approach will enable the team to navigate the challenges of the season, overcome setbacks, and stay focused on their ultimate goal of securing a national championship.

This article first appeared on Blue By Ninety and was syndicated with permission.

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