| Year: | 2024 |
| Team: | Michigan Wolverines |
| Sport: | football |
| Conference: | Big Ten Conference |
| Short Conf: | Big Ten |
| Record: | 7–5 |
| Conf Record: | 5–4 |
| Head Coach: | Sherrone Moore |
| Hc Year: | 1st |
| Off Coach: | Kirk Campbell |
| Oc Year: | 1st |
| Off Scheme: | Spread option |
| Def Coach: | Don Martindale |
| Dc Year: | 1st |
| Def Scheme: | Multiple 4–2–5 |
| Captain: | Max Bredeson |
| Captain2: | Donovan Edwards |
| Captain3: | Rod Moore |
| Captain4: | Makari Paige |
| Captain5: | Josaiah Stewart |
| Stadium: | Michigan Stadium |
The 2024 Michigan Wolverines football team was an American football team that represents the University of Michigan in the Big Ten Conference during the 2024 NCAA Division I FBS football season. Led by first-year head coach Sherrone Moore, the Wolverines play home games at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Jim Harbaugh, who coached the team from 2015 to 2023, winning three consecutive Big Ten championships and a national championship in 2023, departed to become the head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). Jesse Minter, the defensive coordinator and interim head coach for the opening game in 2023 against East Carolina, joined Harbaugh to become the defensive coordinator for the Chargers. Michigan replaced Minter with Don Martindale, who was the defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants from 2018 to 2023. The team also promoted quarterbacks coach Kirk Campbell to offensive coordinator to replace Sherrone Moore.
Despite starting the season 4–1, with a sole loss to No. 3 Texas, Michigan struggled to replicate their success from the previous season, falling to 5–5 before winning their final two regular season games. This included a 13–10 upset victory against rival No. 2 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium, despite entering the game as 20.5 point underdogs. It marked the fourth consecutive win against the Buckeyes, the longest streak for the Wolverines since 1988–91, and the largest upset in the series history.[1]
See also: 2024 Fresno State Bulldogs football team.
Michigan opened the season at home against the Fresno State Bulldogs. Michigan opened the scoring in the first quarter via a three-yard touchdown pass from Alex Orji to Donovan Edwards. The teams exchanged field goals in the second quarter, first a 41-yard field goal by Dylan Lynch for Fresno State, then a 45-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada for Michigan. Michigan led, 10–3, at halftime. Michigan scored the only points of the third quarter via a 53-yard field goal by Zvada. Michigan extended their lead in the fourth quarter via a 55-yard field goal by Zvada. The teams then exchanged touchdowns, first a 16-yard touchdown pass from Mikey Keene to Raylen Sharpe for Fresno State, then an 18-yard touchdown pass from Davis Warren to Colston Loveland for Michigan. Michigan scored the final points of the game via an 86-yard interception return by Will Johnson.[4]
This was the first ever meeting between the two teams. Senior quarterback Davis Warren made his first start of his career, and completed 15 of 25 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown. Dominic Zvada's 55-yard field goal in the fourth quarter was the sixth-longest in program history. Defensively, Michigan held Fresno State to nine rushing yards, including -16 rushing yards in the second-half.[5]
| Statistics | FRES | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 18 | 18 | |
| Plays–yards | 58–244 | 61–269 | |
| Rushes–yards | 22–9 | 34–148 | |
| Passing yards | 235 | 121 | |
| Passing: –– | 22–36–2 | 16–27–1 | |
| Time of possession | 26:00 | 34:00 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno State | Passing | Mikey Keene | 22/36, 235 yards, 2 INT |
| Rushing | Malik Sherrod | 14 carries, 24 yards | |
| Receiving | Jalen Moss | 6 receptions, 97 yards | |
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 15/25, 118 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 15 carries, 92 yards | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 8 receptions, 87 yards, 1 TD |
See also: 2024 Texas Longhorns football team.
In week 2, Michigan hosted the Texas Longhorns. Texas opened the scoring in the first quarter via a 21-yard touchdown pass from Quinn Ewers to Gunnar Helm. Michigan finally got on the board in the second quarter via a 37-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Texas scored 17 points in the quarter via a seven-yard touchdown run by Jerrick Gibson, a 26-yard field goal by Bert Auburn, and a five-yard touchdown pass from Ewers to Matthew Golden. Texas led, 24–3, at halftime. In the third quarter, Michigan scored a 52-yard field goal by Zvada. Texas responded with a seven-yard touchdown pass from Ewers to Jaydon Blue. Michigan scored the only points of the fourth quarter via a 31-yard touchdown pass from Davis Warren to Semaj Morgan.[6]
The loss ended Michigan's streak of 29 consecutive regular season wins. The 28 wins tied a Big Ten Conference record. Quarterback Davis Warren completed 22 passes for a career-high 204 yards. Tight end Colston Loveland recorded eight receptions for 70 yards.[7]
| Statistics | TEX | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 19 | 13 | |
| Plays–yards | 68–389 | 56–284 | |
| Rushes–yards | 32–143 | 23–80 | |
| Passing yards | 246 | 204 | |
| Passing: –– | 24–36–0 | 22–33–2 | |
| Time of possession | 31:20 | 28:40 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | Passing | Quinn Ewers | 24-36, 246 yards, 3 TD |
| Rushing | Ryan Wingo | 1 carries, 55 yards | |
| Receiving | Gunnar Helm | 7 receptions, 98 yards, 1 TD | |
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 22-33, 204 yards, 1 TD, 2 INT |
| Rushing | Donovan Edwards | 8 carries, 41 yards | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 8 receptions, 70 yards |
See also: 2024 Arkansas State Red Wolves football team. On September 14, Michigan defeated Arkansas State, 28–18, before a crowd of 110,250 at Michigan Stadium.
Arkansas State opened the game with a 13-play, 51-yard drive to Michigan's 24-yard line, but Clune Van Andel's field goal attempt missed the mark. Michigan then drove 76 yards on 11 plays, ending with a 30-yard touchdown run by Kalel Mullings. Late in the first quarter, Davis Warren threw an interception that Charles Willekes returned 30 yards to the Michigan 15-yard line. On the third play of the second quarter, Arkansas State capitalized on the turnover, as Van Andel kicked a 27-yard field goal. Michigan responded with a 75-yard, 13-play, seven-and-a-half minute drive that featured seven runs by Donovan Edwards, including a seven-yard touchdown run. On Michigan's next possession, Michigan drove 55 yards on four plays, including a 30-yard run by Mullings to the Arkansas State five-yard line, followed by a five-yard touchdown run by Mullings. Warren was intercepted for a second time with 1:15 remaining in the half. In the final minute of the half, Arkansas State drove 58 yards to Michigan's 21-yard line, but Van Andel missed a 38-yard field goal in the final seconds of the half. Michigan led, 21–3, at halftime.
On Michigan's second possession of the second half, Davis Warren threw his third interception. Davis was replaced at quarterback by Alex Orji. Late in the third quarter and early in the fourth, Mullings and Orji led Michigan on an 80-yard drive capped by a nine-yard touchdown pass from Orji to Hogan Hansen. Midway through the fourth quarter, Arkansas State drove 64 yards, scoring on a 24-yard touchdown pass from Timmy McClain to Reginald Harden Jr. After holding Michigan to a three-and-out, Arkansas State mounted another long drive, covering 75 yards and ending with a 22-yard touchdown pass from McClain to Harden with eight seconds remaining in the game.[8] [9]
Davis Warren threw 14 passes, all of which were caught -- 11 by Michigan receivers and three by Arkansas State defenders. Following the game, Michigan announced that Alex Orji would take over from Warren as Michigan's starting quarterback.
Michigan tallied 301 rushing yards in the game, led by Kalel Mullings (153 yards, 15 carries, two touchdowns) and Donovan Edwards (82 yards, 17 carries, one touchdown). Tight end Marlin Klein made his first career start, recording three receptions for 43 yards.
Michigan's defense held Arkansas State to 58 rushing yards, including -6 rushing yards in the first half. However, Arkansas State quarterbacks completed 26 of 44 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns.[10]
| Statistics | ARST | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 17 | 20 | |
| Plays–yards | 69–280 | 62–435 | |
| Rushes–yards | 25–58 | 44–301 | |
| Passing yards | 222 | 134 | |
| Passing: –– | 26–44–1 | 13–18–3 | |
| Time of possession | 25:36 | 34:24 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas State | Passing | Jaylen Raynor | 19-33, 140 yards, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Devin Spencer | 7 carries, 28 yards | |
| Receiving | Reginald Harden Jr. | 3 receptions, 52 yards, 2 TD | |
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 11-14, 122 yards, 3 INT |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 15 carries, 153 yards, 2 TD | |
| Receiving | Marlin Klein | 3 receptions, 43 yards |
See also: 2024 USC Trojans football team. On September 21, Michigan defeated USC, 27–24, before a crowd of 110,702 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor. It was USC's first conference game as a member of the Big Ten.[11]
The teams exchanged punts on the first four drives. On Michigan's third drive, Kalel Mullings ran 53 yards for a touchdown with 3:10 remaining in the first quarter. The team's then exchanged punts on the next three drives. On Michigan's fifth drive of the game, the Wolverines drove 80 yards in six plays, ending with a 41-yard touchdown run by Donovan Edwards. USC then drove 64 yards, including passes from Miller Moss to Zachariah Branch of 24 and 42 yards, the latter moving the ball to Michigan's 10-yard line. Michigan's defense held, and USC's Michael Lantz kicked a 29-yard field goal. Michigan led, 14–3, at halftime.
On the opening drive of the second half, USC drove 75 yards on 12 plays, ending with a nine-yard touchdown pass from Moss to Duce Robinson. Michigan was held to a three-and-out on its first drive of the second half. On USC's second drive of the second half, Will Johnson intercepted a Moss pass and returned it 42 yards for a touchdown. Dominic Zvada's extra point kick was blocked, and Michigan led, 20–10. On USC's next possession, Woody Marks ran for a 65-yard gain to the Michigan two-yard line. Moss was sacked and fumbled at the nine-yard line; Kenneth Grant recovered the fumble and returned it to the USC 18-yard line where USC's Woody Marks ripped the ball from Grant's arms for a fumble recovery. USC scored on a 16-yard pass from Moss to Jay Fair, and Michigan's lead was narrowed to 20–17 at the end of the third quarter.
With 8:35 remaining in the game, Donovan Edwards fumbled as USC linebacker Eric Gentry punched the ball from Edwards' hands and recovered the ball at Michigan's 18-yard line. USC then took the lead on a 24-yard touchdown pass from Moss to Ja'Kobi Lane. After an exchange of punts, Michigan took over at its own 11-yard line with 3:25 remaining. Mullings ran for 63 yards to the 17-yard line with 2:21 remaining and ultimately scored the winning touchdown on a one-yard run with 37 seconds remaining.[12] [13]
Quarterback Alex Orji made his first career start, completing seven of 12 passes for 32 yards, "the lowest output by a Michigan quarterback since 1987."[14] Kalel Mullings rushed for 159 yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries. Donovan Edwards also tallied 74 rushing yards as Michigan backs combined for 290 rushing ayrds.
Michigan's defense held USC to -16 rushing yards in the first half. Michigan had four sacks, including two by Josaiah Stewart. Will Johnson became the first player in program history with more than two career interceptions returned for touchdowns.[15]
| Statistics | USC | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 17 | 12 | |
| Plays–yards | 73–379 | 58–322 | |
| Rushes–yards | 21–96 | 46–290 | |
| Passing yards | 283 | 32 | |
| Passing: –– | 28–52–1 | 7–12–0 | |
| Time of possession | 30:42 | 29:18 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| USC | Passing | Miller Moss | 28/51, 283 yards, 3 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Woody Marks | 13 carries, 100 yards | |
| Receiving | Zachariah Branch | 6 receptions, 98 yards | |
| Michigan | Passing | Alex Orji | 7/12, 32 yards |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 17 carries, 159 yards, 2 TD | |
| Receiving | Marlin Klein | 1 reception, 10 yards |
See also: 2024 Minnesota Golden Gophers football team and Little Brown Jug (college football trophy). On September 28, Michigan defeated Minnesota, 27–24, before a crowd of 110,340 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, to retain the Little Brown Jug. Michigan opened the scoring in the first quarter via a 27-yard touchdown run by Kalel Mullings. Michigan scored 14 points in the second quarter via a one-yard touchdown run by Mullings and an 11-yard touchdown pass from Alex Orji to Tyler Morris. Minnesota finally got on the board via via a 20-yard field goal as time expired in the first half. Michigan led, 21–3, at halftime. Michigan scored the only points of the third quarter via a 53-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Michigan extended their lead in the fourth quarter via a 35-yard field goal by Zvada. Minnesota scored 21 points in the fourth quarter via two touchdown runs by Darius Taylor, from three-yards, and four-yards, respectively, and a 12-yard touchdown pass from Max Brosmer to Daniel Jackson.[16] [17]
Michigan's defense recorded four sacks and eight tackles for loss in the first half of the game for the first time since a game against Penn State on November 15, 2021. With four receptions for 41 yards, tight end Colston Loveland's 1,112 career receiving yards ranks fifth all-time among tight ends, while his 84 career receptions ranks tied for sixth in program history.[18]
| Statistics | MINN | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 20 | 15 | |
| Plays–yards | 66–296 | 61–241 | |
| Rushes–yards | 25–38 | 43–155 | |
| Passing yards | 258 | 86 | |
| Passing: –– | 27–41–1 | 10–18–1 | |
| Time of possession | 26:44 | 33:16 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | Passing | Max Brosmer | 27/40, 258 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Darius Taylor | 13 carries, 36 yards, 2 TD | |
| Receiving | Elijah Spencer | 6 receptions, 67 yards | |
| Michigan | Passing | Alex Orji | 10/18, 86 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 24 carries, 111 yards, 2 TD | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 4 receptions, 41 yards |
See also: 2024 Washington Huskies football team. On October 5, Michigan lost to Washington 17–27. Washington opened the scoring in the first quarter via a three-yard touchdown pass from Will Rogers to Denzel Boston. Washington extended their lead in the second quarter via a 16-yard touchdown pass from Rogers to Giles Jackson. Michigan scored ten points in the quarter via a 39-yard touchdown run by Donovan Edwards, and a 45-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Washington led, 14–10, at halftime. Michigan took their first lead of the game in the third quarter via an eight-yard touchdown pass from Jack Tuttle to Colston Loveland. Tuttle committed two turnovers in the final ten minutes of the game, and Washington capitalized. Washington scored 13 points in the fourth quarter via a 28-yard field goal by Grady Gross, a one-yard touchdown run by Jonah Coleman, and a 32-yard field goal by Gross.[19]
The loss ended an 11-game streak of consecutive wins on the road for the Wolverines, which tied a program record. The loss also ended a program record streak of 27 consecutive Big Ten wins.[20]
| Statistics | MICH | WASH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 17 | 23 | |
| Plays–yards | 62–287 | 68–429 | |
| Rushes–yards | 37–174 | 35–114 | |
| Passing yards | 113 | 315 | |
| Passing: –– | 13–25–1 | 23–33–1 | |
| Time of possession | 30:30 | 29:30 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | Passing | Jack Tuttle | 10/18, 98 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Donovan Edwards | 14 carries, 95 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 6 receptions, 33 yards, 1 TD | |
| Washington | Passing | Will Rogers | 21/31, 271 yards, 2 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Jonah Coleman | 18 carries, 80 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Denzel Boston | 5 receptions, 80 yards, 1 TD |
See also: 2024 Illinois Fighting Illini football team and Illinois–Michigan football rivalry. On October 19, following its first bye week, Michigan lost to Illinois, 21–7, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. Illinois wore 1924 throwback uniforms to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Red Grange's six-touchdown game against Michigan on the day Memorial Stadium was dedicated.[21]
On the opening drive of the game, Illinois drove 46 yards on seven plays, including a 29-yard run by Aidan Laughery, and took the lead on a 47-yard field goal by David Olano. Michigan punted on its first two possessions. On its third possession, quarterback Jack Tuttle fumbled at Michigan's 25-yard line, setting up a 32-yard field goal by Olano. On Michigan's next possession, Donovan Edwards fumbled and Illinois recovered the ball at midfield. The Illini then drove 51 yards on seven plays, scoring on a two-yard touchdown pass from Luke Altmyer to Tanner Arkin. Trailing, 13-0, Michigan then drove 72 yards on 12 plays, including eight runs by Kalel Mullings, ending with a one-yard touchdown run by Mullings. Illinois drove 49 yards in the closing two minutes of the first half, but Olano's field-goal attempt from 44 yards was blocked by Makari Paige. Illinois led 13–7 at halftime.[22] [23]
On the opening drive of the second half, Michigan was held to a three-and-out. Illinois then drove 55 yards in eight plays, including a 36-yard run by Tanner Arkin on a fake punt, and ending with a one-yard touchdown run by Altmyer and a two-point conversion pass from Donovan Leary to Zakhari Franklin. Michigan's next two drives combined for 14:13 of game time, however, they failed to score any points due to a blocked 28-yard field goal try by Dominic Zvada and an interception thrown by Tuttle at the Illinois two-yard line. Michigan's offense was held scoreless by the Fighting Illini for the final 31:40 of the game. This was Illinois' first victory against Michigan since 2009.[22] [23] [24]
Michigan scored only seven points against an Illinois defense that gave up 49 points to Purdue one week earlier. It was Michigan's lowest point total since a 31-0 loss to Notre Dame in September 2014.[25] Quarterback Jack Tuttle made his first start of the season for Michigan and completed 20 of 32 passes for 208 yards (129 in the fourth quarter) with one interception and a fumble. Tuttle was also sacked five times.[26] After the game, CBS broadcaster Brian Jones described Michigan's offense as "pathetic" and "embarrassing" and noted that Tuttle "couldn't hit the side of a building."[27]
| Statistics | MICH | ILL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 20 | 18 | |
| Plays–yards | 70–322 | 57–267 | |
| Rushes–yards | 38–114 | 38–187 | |
| Passing yards | 208 | 80 | |
| Passing: –– | 20–32–1 | 9–19–0 | |
| Time of possession | 33:34 | 26:26 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | Passing | Jack Tuttle | 20/32, 208 yards, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 19 carries, 87 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 7 receptions, 83 yards | |
| Illinois | Passing | Luke Altmyer | 9/18, 80 yards, 1 TD |
| Rushing | Aidan Laughery | 9 carries, 54 yards | |
| Receiving | Pat Bryant | 4 receptions, 32 yards |
See also: 2024 Michigan State Spartans football team and Michigan–Michigan State football rivalry. On October 26, Michigan faced their in-state rivals, the Michigan State Spartans, in the annual battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy. Michigan defeated Michigan State 24–17. Michigan State opened the scoring in the first quarter via a two-yard touchdown run by Nate Carter. Michigan scored nine points in the second quarter via a ten-yard touchdown pass from Davis Warren to Colston Loveland and a 37-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Michigan led, 9–7, at halftime. Michigan extended their lead in the third quarter via a two-yard touchdown run by Alex Orji. Michigan State responded with a 46-yard field goal by Jonathan Kim. Michigan extended their lead in the fourth quarter via a 23-yard touchdown pass from Donovan Edwards to Loveland and a successful two-point conversion attempt. Michigan State scored the final points of the game via a 20-yard touchdown pass from Aidan Chiles to Nick Marsh. Michigan State's attempted comeback failed after Quinten Johnson recorded a pass breakup on a fourth-down play with two minutes remaining in the game to secure Michigan's victory.[28] [29]
With six receptions for 67 yards, tight end Colston Loveland ranks third all-time with 103 career receptions. With two touchdown receptions in the game, Loveland ranks third all-time in career receiving touchdowns with ten. With two receptions for 17 yards, running back Donovan Edwards tied B. J. Askew for the second-most receiving yards by a running back in program history with 777 yards.[30]
With this win, Sherrone Moore is the first Michigan head coach since Bennie Oosterbaan in 1948 to defeat Michigan State in their first year.[31]
| Statistics | MSU | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 18 | 17 | |
| Plays–yards | 65–352 | 61–265 | |
| Rushes–yards | 42–163 | 31–119 | |
| Passing yards | 189 | 146 | |
| Passing: –– | 17–23–0 | 14–20–0 | |
| Time of possession | 37:05 | 22:55 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State | Passing | Aidan Chiles | 17/23, 189 yards, 1 TD |
| Rushing | Nate Carter | 19 carries, 118 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Nate Carter | 2 receptions, 56 yards | |
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 13/19, 123 yards, 1 TD |
| Rushing | Alex Orji | 6 carries, 64 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 6 receptions, 67 yards, 2 TD |
See also: 2024 Oregon Ducks football team. On November 2, Michigan lost to No. 1 Oregon 38–17. Oregon opened the scoring in the first quarter via a two-yard touchdown pass from Dillon Gabriel to Evan Stewart. Michigan responded with a seven-yard touchdown pass from Davis Warren to Tyler Morris to tie the game. Oregon sored 21 points in the second quarter via two touchdown runs by Noah Whittington, from one-yard, and six-yards, respectively, and a 23-yard touchdown run by Gabriel. Michigan's only points in the quarter were scored via a 38-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Oregon led, 28–10 at halftime. In the third quarter, Michigan scored via a six-yard touchdown pass from Warren to Peyton O'Leary. Oregon responded with a 26-yard field goal by Atticus Sappington. Oregon scored the only points of the fourth quarter via a two-yard touchdown run by Jordan James.[32] [33] Michigan played the game without their top defensive player Will Johnson.[34]
Quarterback Davis Warren completed 12 passes for 164 yards and two touchdowns, his first multi-touchdown game of his career. With one reception during the game, running back Donovan Edwards passed B. J. Askew for the second-most receiving yards by a running back in program history.[35]
| Statistics | ORE | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 23 | 11 | |
| Plays–yards | 71–470 | 53–270 | |
| Rushes–yards | 37–176 | 28–105 | |
| Passing yards | 294 | 165 | |
| Passing: –– | 22–34–0 | 13–25–0 | |
| Time of possession | 32:28 | 27:32 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | Passing | Dillon Gabriel | 22/34, 294 yards, 1 TD |
| Rushing | Jordan James | 23 carries, 117 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Traeshon Holden | 6 receptions, 149 yards | |
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 12/21, 164 yards, 2 TD |
| Rushing | Donovan Edwards | 10 carries, 52 yards | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 7 receptions, 112 yards |
See also: 2024 Indiana Hoosiers football team. On November 9, Michigan lost to No. 8 Indiana 20–15. Michigan opened the scoring in the first quarter via a 39-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Indiana repsonded with a seven-yard touchdown pass from Kurtis Rourke to Omar Cooper Jr. Indiana scored ten points in the second via a 36-yard touchdown pass from Rourke to Elijah Sarratt and a 40-yard field goal by Nicolas Radicic. Indiana led, 17–3, at halftime. Michigan scored the only points of the third quarter via two field goals by Zvada, from 22-yards, and 56-yards, respectively. Michigan scored in the fourth quarter via a one-yard touchdown run by Kalel Mullings, and a failed two-point conversion attempt. Indiana scored the final points of the game via a 41-yard field goal by Radicic.[36] [37]
With four receptions during the game, tight end Colston Loveland tied Bennie Joppru for the most receptions by a tight end in single season program history with 53. With a pass breakup in the first quarter, Kenneth Grant passed Ryan Van Bergen for the most career pass breakups among defensive linemen in program history with 12.[38]
| Statistics | MICH | IU | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 16 | 14 | |
| Plays–yards | 66–206 | 56–246 | |
| Rushes–yards | 34–69 | 28–40 | |
| Passing yards | 137 | 206 | |
| Passing: –– | 16–32–0 | 17–28–1 | |
| Time of possession | 33:08 | 26:52 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 16/32, 137 yards |
| Rushing | Donovan Edwards | 15 carries, 46 yards | |
| Receiving | Colston Loveland | 4 receptions, 37 yards | |
| Indiana | Passing | Kurtis Rourke | 17/28, 206 yards, 2 TD, INT |
| Rushing | Ty Son Lawton | 12 carries, 55 yards | |
| Receiving | Ke'Shawn Williams | 6 receptions, 70 yards |
See also: 2024 Northwestern Wildcats football team and George Jewett Trophy.
On November 23, following their bye week, Michigan defeated Northwestern 50–6. Michigan scored ten points in the first quarter via a two-yard touchdown run by Kalel Mullings and a 56-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Northwestern repsonded with six points in the second quarter via two field goals by Luke Akers, from 28-yards, and 26-yards, respectively. Michigan scored the final points of the half via a three-yard touchdown pass from Davis Warren to Colston Loveland. Mchigan led, 17–6, at halftime. Michigan scored 14 points in the third quarter via two rushing touchdowns by Mullings, from ten-yards, and one-yard, respectively. Michigan scored 19 points in the fourth quarter via a 20-yard touchdown run by Donovan Edwards, a 28-yard field goal by Zvaada, a safety, and a 20-yard touchdown run by Tavierre Dunlap. With the win, Michigan became Bowl eligibile.[39] [40]
Michigan's defense recorded six sacks, eight tackles for loss and two interceptions, and held Northwestern to 127 total yards, including only 43 yards in the second half. With three receptions during the game, tight end Colston Loveland set the single-season program record for the most receptions by a tight end with 56. With 22 receiving yards and a touchdown, Loveland tied Jake Butt in career receiving touchdowns by a tight end with 11, the second most in program history.[41]
| Statistics | NW | MICH | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 8 | 25 | |
| Plays–yards | 49–127 | 70–396 | |
| Rushes–yards | 25–10 | 35–201 | |
| Passing yards | 117 | 195 | |
| Passing: –– | 12–24–2 | 26–35–1 | |
| Time of possession | 24:19 | 35:41 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern | Passing | Jack Lausch | 10/21, 106 yards, 2 INT |
| Rushing | Cam Porter | 7 carries, 24 yards | |
| Receiving | Bryce Kirtz | 3 receptions, 67 yards | |
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 26/35, 195 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 12 carries, 92 yards, 3 TD | |
| Receiving | Tyler Morris | 7 receptions, 64 yards |
See also: 2024 Ohio State Buckeyes football team and Michigan–Ohio State football rivalry.
On November 30, Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13–10. Ohio State opened the scoring in the first quarter via a 29-yard field goal by Jayden Fielding. Michigan scored ten points in the second quarter via a one-yard touchdown run by Kalel Mullings and a 54-yard field goal by Dominic Zvada. Ohio State scored the final points of the quarter via a ten-yard touchdown pass from Will Howard to Jeremiah Smith. The score was tied, 10–10, at halftime. Ohio State was held scoreless in the second-half. After a scoreless third quarter, Michigan scored the final points on a game-winning 21-yard field goal by Zvada with 45 seconds remaining.[42]
The win marked the fourth consecutive against the Buckeyes, the longest streak for the Wolverines since 1988–91, and the largest upset in the series history.[43] [44] With his 54-yard field goal in the second quarter, Dominic Zvada extended his program record of 50-plus yard field goals to seven on the season.[45]
Following the conclusion of the game, a fight broke out between members of the two teams after members of the Wolverines attempted to plant a flag at midfield. The skirmish ended with a few players and coaches bloodied and several players having been pepper sprayed by members of law enforcement.[46]
| Statistics | MICH | OSU | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First downs | 13 | 16 | |
| Plays–yards | 58–234 | 59–252 | |
| Rushes–yards | 42–172 | 26–77 | |
| Passing yards | 62 | 175 | |
| Passing: –– | 9–16–2 | 19–33–2 | |
| Time of possession | 33:35 | 26:25 |
| Team | Category | Player | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | Passing | Davis Warren | 9/16, 62 yards, 2 INT |
| Rushing | Kalel Mullings | 32 carries, 116 yards, 1 TD | |
| Receiving | Peyton O'Leary | 1 reception, 18 yards | |
| Ohio State | Passing | Will Howard | 19/33, 175, 1 TD, 2 INT |
| Rushing | Quinshon Judkins | 12 carries, 46 yards | |
| Receiving | Carnell Tate | 6 receptions, 58 yards |
See main article: 2024 college football recruiting class.
| Name | Pos. | Height | Weight | Year | Hometown | Previous team | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6'4" | 233 | JR | Maryland | ||||
| 6'5" | 310 | GS | Northwestern | ||||
| 6’3” | 174 | JR | Arkansas State | ||||
| C.J. Charleston | 6’0” | 190 | GS | Youngstown State | |||
| Aamir Hill | 6’1” | 200 | GS | Albany | |||
| Wesley Walker | 6’1” | 200 | GS | Tennessee | |||
| 6’2” | 185 | JR | Michigan State | ||||
| Ricky Johnson | 6’1” | 180 | GS | UNLV | |||
| Dan Rosenberg | 6'0" | 242 | SO | Holy Cross |
| Player | Award | Date awarded | Ref. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominic Zvada | Co-Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week | September 2, 2024 | [47] | |
| Josaiah Stewart | Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week | September 23, 2024 | [48] | |
| Tommy Doman | Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week | |||
| Kalel Mullings | Co-Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week | September 30, 2024 | [49] | |
| Dominic Zvada | Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week | |||
| Dominic Zvada | Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week | November 11, 2024 | [50] | |
| Dominic Zvada | Co-Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week | December 2, 2024 | [51] |
| Player | Position | Coaches | Media | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL | 1 | 1 | |||
| K | 1 | 1 | |||
| LS | 1 | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | ||
| DL | 2 | 2 | |||
| TE | 2 | 2 | |||
| DL | 2 | 2 | |||
| DB | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | 2 | ||
| RB | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | 3 | ||
| OL | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | 3 | ||
| OL | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | |
| LB | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | |
| OL | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | |
| DB | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | – | ||
| RB | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | – | ||
| DL | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | – | ||
| KR | data-sort-value="4" | Hon. | – | ||
| Hon. = Honorable mention. Reference: | |||||