▶ Angelique S. Chengelis: Michigan’s Big Ten season begins in a week, but the most important thing for the Wolverines is trying to fix their many problems. The Wolverines are 1-1 and their Associated Press ranking has fallen to No. 17 after a 31-12 loss to Texas that exposed so many deficiencies. The Wolverines are clear favorites against Arkansas State and will need to find a way to refocus and work on the gaps in their offense and defense. The Red Wolves rank 100th nationally in total defense and have had trouble stopping the run, so this should be an opportunity for Michigan to find the run-emphasizing identity that the coaches say they want to establish. Arkansas State can move the ball, though, and ranks 37th nationally in passing offense (286 yards per game). Michigan’s secondary will be tested again, which isn’t a bad thing considering USC is coming up. Selection: Michigan, 31-13

▶ Madeline Kenney: Michigan’s brutal loss to Texas last week damaged the team’s pride and its national ranking. The Wolverines have plummeted to No. 17 in the AP Top 25 after opening the season at No. 9. But on Saturday, Michigan has a chance to get back on track as Arkansas State comes to town before Big Ten play begins. One of the home team’s biggest concerns is that its offense lacks a true playmaking star. Donovan Edwards, a quick, versatile and marketable senior, has shown at times he can be that guy, but the Wolverines need him on a consistent basis. Saturday seems like a good time for him to break through. Selection: Michigan, 30-16