On October 31, the Wolverines played the Golden Gophers before a
full house in Minneapolis. To make things more interesting, in the battle for
the Little Brown Jug which is the oldest trophy in college football, the
University of Minnesota’s head coach resigned the previous Wednesday because of
health reasons. Coach Kill was beloved by all. The team was told to play for
coach Kill and with passion. The tribute for this beloved coach was apparent
during the entire game. In fact, the Minnesota players were jumping with glee
on the sideline all during this fierce battle.
Although Michigan was favored
to recapture the Little Brown Jug, you would never know it as the Golden
Gophers made big play after big play and in some ways dominated play. The Gopher
players were spectacular on both sides of the football. Their offense scored
two touchdowns and four field goals while there defense limited Michigan’s
running offense, and even intercepted a shovel pass.
To make matters worse, Michigan
quarterback Jake Rudock was slammed to the ground and didn’t return in the
exciting fourth quarter. Rookie quarterback Speight came in and took over. This
little used quarterback had not completed a pass prior .Jabrill Peppers, in a
Michigan wildcat formation, scored one rushing touchdown and was used
creatively in the backfield for the Wolverines. Peppers also played outstanding
defense, ran back punts and kickoffs as well. The last notable Wolverine to
play on both sides of the ball was Heisman winner Charles Woodson. Peppers is
going to be in the hunt before he’s through playing for the Wolverines.
Quarterback Wilton Speight came
to the rescue, and completed a couple of passes, including the go-ahead score.
The score was Michigan 27 and Minnesota 26. Michigan was smart and went for a
two-point conversion. Again, quarterback Speight did his job and completed the
pass for a two-point conversion. Now, the score was Michigan 29 and Minnesota
26. Well, things got really interesting as Michigan kicked off to Minnesota.
For a moment it looked like Minnesota scored a touchdown with about 18 seconds
left to go in the game. The play was reviewed and the ball was placed near the
1 yard line. Minnesota could go for a field goal to tie the game or go for the
win. With 18 seconds, they went for the win. Mitch Leidner threw an incomplete
pass, leaving just two seconds left on the play clock. Again, they could go for
a field goal or go for the win. They went for the win. Mitch Leidner the quarterback took the ball
from center for a quarterback sneak, but was stopped. The play was reviewed and
the call on the field was confirmed.
Two weeks ago against Michigan
State, the Wolverines lost with 0.00 on the clock and this time with 0.00 on
the clock were victorious. I had difficulty watching the loss to the Spartans
and again was surprised at this outcome. The Wolverines are now one and one in
last-second nail biters. Not only that, the Wolverines are now in position to
win out and play the number one ranked Buckeyes at the end of November. Stay
tuned.
Go Blue!
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