Michigan 27, Minnesota 24: Notes, quotes, and observations – ‘back to the drawing board’

by:Chris Balas•09/28/24•

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Michigan quarterback Alex Orji (10) keeps the ball for a run against USC during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. (Junfu Han/ Detroit Free Press via USA Today Syndication)

Let’s get this out of the way first — yes, Michigan was fortunate to escape with a 27-24 win over an average Minnesota team, thoroughly outplayed in the second half. A questionable offsides penalty on a Golden Gophers onside kick ...