Michigan vs. Minnesota Short Report | Oct 7, 2023
Huntington Bank Stadium
Minneapolis, MN
Oct 7, 2023
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Game Recap
The Michigan Wolverines dominated the Minnesota Golden Gophers with a final score of 52-10. Michigan's defense set the tone early with a 36-yard interception return for a touchdown by Will Johnson on Minnesota's first drive. The Wolverines' offense capitalized with two rushing touchdowns from Blake Corum and J.J. McCarthy in the first half, extending their lead to 24-10 by halftime.
In the second half, Michigan continued their dominance with J.J. McCarthy adding another rushing touchdown and a passing touchdown to Colston Loveland. Defensive back Keon Sabb further extended Michigan's lead with a 28-yard interception return for a touchdown. The Wolverines’ offense was rounded out by Leon Franklin's two-yard rushing touchdown in the final quarter, sealing their comprehensive victory over the Golden Gophers.
Key Plays:
Will Johnson (Michigan Wolverines)
James Turner (Michigan Wolverines)
Dragan Kesich (Minnesota Golden Gophers)
Blake Corum (Michigan Wolverines)
J.J. McCarthy (Michigan Wolverines)
Daniel Jackson (Minnesota Golden Gophers)
J.J. McCarthy (Michigan Wolverines)
Colston Loveland (Michigan Wolverines)
Keon Sabb (Michigan Wolverines)
Leon Franklin (Michigan Wolverines)
Standout Players:
J.J. McCarthy (Michigan Wolverines, QB)
Completed 14 of 20 passes for 219 yards and a touchdown, also rushed for 17 yards and two touchdowns.Blake Corum (Michigan Wolverines, RB)
Rushed 9 times for 69 yards and a touchdown, setting up key scoring drives.Will Johnson (Michigan Wolverines, DB)
Intercepted Athan Kaliakmanis and returned it for a 36-yard touchdown, setting the tone for the defense.Keon Sabb (Michigan Wolverines, DB)
Recorded an interception and returned it for a 28-yard touchdown, contributing to the defensive dominance.Cornelius Johnson (Michigan Wolverines, WR)
Caught 3 passes for 86 yards, including a 49-yard reception that set up a touchdown.James Turner (Michigan Wolverines, K)
Scored 8 points, including a 31-yard field goal and seven extra points.
Team
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2
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T
Michigan Wolverines
10
14
21
7
52
Minnesota Golden Gophers
3
7
0
0
10
