Minnesota stuns Michigan 20-14 to capture the Little Brown Jug in a defensive slugfest.
MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota was able to secure an impressive victory over Michigan on Saturday afternoon at Huntington Bank Stadium. After a very fun game this past weekend in Minneapolis, Minnesota took home the Little Brown Jug from Michigan. Minnesota struggled early on offensively but was able to dominate in the second half and take away from Michigan for the majority of the game. If you were at Huntington Bank Stadium, you were probably ecstatic when the game ended, and fans took over the field.
Michigan came out with intensity, wanting to dominate the line of scrimmage. They were able to find some success on the ground, and running back Jordan Marshall was able to score a touchdown in the second half to tie the game after Minnesota scored first. Freshman QB Bryce Underwood and his offense were struggling against Minnesota's tough defense. Drake Lindsey and the Minnesota offense had some hiccups early on trying to establish themselves against Michigan's front.
Minnesota would continue to show great results throughout the day. Running back Darius Taylor had one of the best games of his career. He was able to gain tough yards and find the end zone two times. One of those touchdowns was a 4-yard catch from Drake Lindsey. He also found the end zone running as well. Noah Jennings had another solid game, catching 7 balls for 70 yards and was able to gain yards on Michigan's defense.
Minnesota's defense continued to grow on the field as the game went on. They shut out the Wolverine offense in the second half and forced them into turnovers. The Minnesota defense took over and was able to get a couple of pick-sixes from Underwood. Luke Drzewiecki continued to step up in clutch situations, making field goals for Minnesota. Minnesota was wearing Michigan down by the end of the game.
Minnesota took over this game in no time. With their shutout in the second half, it allowed them to win this huge rivalry game. Coach PJ Fleck and the Golden Gophers have done it again, coming out with a win over Michigan. They are now 4-1 and 2-0 in conference. Michigan will have some tough film to review when they leave Minnesota this week after losing two straight weeks in a row.
