When you look at the final score in Michigan's 13-6 overtime loss to Indiana, it's hard to put much blame on the Wolverines' defense. Jay Hill's unit held one of the nation's best offenses to just six points through four quarters, keeping Curt Cignetti and Co. out of the end zone until overtime. The Hoosiers eventually broke through with a touchdown from quarterback Josh Hoover, but Michigan's defense had already done more than enough to give the Wolverines a chance to win. Unfortunately, the offense couldn't capitalize, and Michigan suffered another frustrating loss.

In a close game like Saturday's, using a tool like Pro Football Focus allows us to see what happened on a player-by-player basis and gives some insight as to how it really went. It's not gospel, but there are some things that just don't show up in the box score that can tell another part of the story.

Berry was Michigan's highest-graded defensive player, earning an impressive 84.4 overall grade across 54 defensive snaps. His biggest contribution came in coverage, where he posted an outstanding 85.7 grade. Berry was targeted five times, allowing just two receptions for 25 yards while also recording an interception, Hoover's first of the season, and a pass breakup. He finished with six tackles and two defensive stops. Against an Indiana passing attack featuring Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh, Berry was one of Michigan's most reliable defenders.

Hill bounced back in a big way after struggling against Penn State the previous week. He earned an 80.5 overall defensive grade, including an outstanding 85.6 coverage grade across 50 defensive snaps. Hill was targeted six times and allowed just one reception for four yards while recording two pass breakups. He also finished with two tackles and a defensive stop. Considering he allowed seven receptions for 85 yards against Penn State, his performance against Indiana represented a significant improvement.

Bracy continued his strong play in Michigan's secondary, earning an 80.2 overall defensive grade across 54 snaps. He was particularly effective against the run, posting a 79.0 run-defense grade, while also earning an impressive 83.0 tackling grade. Bracy finished with a team-high 12 tackles, including three defensive stops. He was targeted just once in coverage, allowing one reception for no gain. His ability to consistently make tackles and limit Indiana's offensive production was a major factor in Michigan's defensive success.

Michigan's secondary was outstanding in coverage. Berry (85.7) and Hill (85.6) led the way, while Bracy added a 77.1 coverage grade. Indiana managed just 81 receiving yards against Michigan's defense according to PFF's coverage statistics, highlighting how effective the Wolverines were in limiting explosive plays.

Linebacker Troy Bowles was another bright spot, earning an outstanding 89.8 pass-rushing grade. He generated one quarterback pressure, which resulted in a hurry, and finished with a 68.7 overall defensive grade.

On the other end of the spectrum, Nathaniel Staehling struggled significantly in coverage, earning a team-low 33.9 coverage grade. He also finished with Michigan's lowest overall defensive grade at 45.4 despite recording six tackles. Benny Patterson III wasn't much better, earning a 56.5 overall grade and a 43.2 tackling grade.