It was not like the Ohio State-Michigan State shootout. Instead, the score was 0-0 at halftime.
The Wolverines turned it over twice in the Wildcats red zone, then had a field goal blocked right before the half. Their defense, however, maintained, and our running game was active. Good signs.
Back De’Veon Smith rushed for the game’s first touchdown in the third quarter. After that, it all came down to the final two drives. Up 7-3, Michigan tacked on a field goal with just over five minutes left. Northwestern marched all the way down and scored thanks to a pass-interference penalty. However, they elected to go for the two-point conversion, where their QB slipped and was sacked to end the game!
Michigan wins 10-9.