No. 18 Michigan came out with a solid game plan and stuck to script in the first half against No. 11 USC, building a 14-3 lead by halftime. Things went off the rails in the second half for the Wolverines, but a heroic effort by running back Kalel Mullings and a massive interception returned for a touchdown by Will Johnson help Michigan bully their way to a 27-24 victory over the Trojans.
Earlier in the week, I called for the Wolverines to put whatever championship mettle it had left in the program on display in this game, and that’s exactly what Michigan did to earn this victory. It wasn’t pretty or glamorous, it was gritty and tough. Below are the areas we’re buying stock in Michigan and where we’re selling it…
Sep 21, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Kalel Mullings (20) celebrates after he rushes for a touchdown in the second half against the USC Trojans at Michigan Stadium. / Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against Fresno State during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. / Kimberly P. Mitchell/Detroit Free Press / USA TODAY NETWORK
Sep 21, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Alex Orji (10) runs in the second half against the USC Trojans at Michigan Stadium. / Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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