Ann Arbor, MI
Sep 28, 2024
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Michigan held off a spirited Minnesota comeback to win 27-24 in Ann Arbor, retaining the Little Brown Jug. The Wolverines, ranked 12th, stormed to a 21-0 lead aided by two Kalel Mullings touchdowns and a stout defensive effort in the first half, including a forced fumble and a blocked punt that set up easy scores. Michigan went into halftime with a commanding 21-3 advantage.
Despite Minnesota's fourth-quarter rally, where they scored 21 points, Michigan's Dominic Zvada's two crucial second-half field goals, combined with strong defensive plays, preserved the victory. An offsides penalty on a late Gopher onside kick attempt sealed the outcome, allowing Michigan to improve to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in Big Ten play.
Kalel Mullings (Michigan)
Kalel Mullings burst through the line for a 27-yard touchdown on Michigan's opening drive, capping a 79-yard series that set the tone for the Wolverine's dominant first half.
Zeke Berry (Michigan)
Zeke Berry forced a pivotal fumble deep in Minnesota territory, leading to another score by Kalel Mullings, further extending Michigan's early lead.
Kechaun Bennett (Michigan)
Kechaun Bennett blocked a Minnesota punt, immediately followed by a touchdown pass from Alex Orji to Tyler Morris, pushing Michigan ahead 21-0.
Dominic Zvada (Michigan)
Dominic Zvada's 35-yard field goal extended Michigan's lead to 27-17, providing a critical cushion during Minnesota's late-game surge.
Koi Perich (Minnesota)
Koi Perich electrified Minnesota's comeback attempt with a 60-yard punt return, which Darius Taylor then capitalized on with a quick touchdown.
Daniel Jackson (Minnesota)
Daniel Jackson's sensational one-handed touchdown catch, with Max Brosmer under pressure, brought Minnesota within three points late in the contest.
Kalel Mullings (Michigan, RB)
Mullings powered the Michigan offense, amassing 111 rushing yards and two touchdowns, crucially controlling the tempo in the final minutes.
Mason Graham (Michigan, DL)
Graham anchored the defensive line with two sacks and a key penalty on Minnesota's fourth-down attempt that extended their late drive.
Jyaire Hill (Michigan, DB)
Hill displayed growing prowess in the secondary, recording his first career interception that thwarted a Minnesota drive in the second quarter.
Dominic Zvada (Michigan, K)
Zvada's composed kicking under pressure yielded two decisive field goals that provided Michigan with a needed cushion during Minnesota's rally.
Darius Taylor (Minnesota, RB)
Taylor invigorated the Golden Gophers in their comeback efforts, scoring twice in the fourth quarter to keep the game within reach.
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Minnesota Golden Gophers
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3
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21
24
Michigan Wolverines
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14
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