Observations on the first half with Indiana, 17-0

Michigan converts 3 red zone opportunities for 17 points; Indiana misses out on a late red zone opportunity. Michigan scores 7 points off one Hoosier turnover, and Indiana comes up empty on the lone Gardner interception.

Offense gains 10 first downs, and 204 net yards. Devin Gardner was 14 of 18 for 136 yards and TDs with one interception. Devin Funchess caught 6 passes for 35 yards, Amara Darboh caught 4 for 66 yards and a TD, and Keith Heitzman caught a 6 yarder for a TD. Deveon Smith gained 20 yards on 5 carries, Justice Hayes gaines 21 on 6 carries, and Drake Johnson gained 19 yards on 2 carries. Michigan had 68 net yards rushing, and were 4 of 8 in 3rd down conversions. A 4 minute time of possession advantage resulted in 11 more offensive plays for the Wolverines.

Defense was led by Joe Bolden with 7 tackles including a sack. Brennan Beyer also had a sack, and 4 tackles. Indiana could only muster 3 first downs and 51 net yards while going zero for 6 in 3rd down conversions. Tevin Coleman has 41 yards on 9 carries, and a fumble that we converted into a TD. The longest play of the game for the Hoosiers was the late 39 yard interception that resulted in a red zone with no points.

Special Teams got the edge with a field goal by Matt Wile while Indiana missed their only attempt. Will Hagerup punted twice for a 34 yard average.

2nd Half should be more of the same! Go Blue!