Pregame observations: Michigan football vs. Northwestern
Michigan Wolverines football is set to take on Northwestern Saturday at The Big House. The Maize and Blue are honoring their seniors beforehand, their final game at home.
Follow along below for pregame observations and updates from the stadium.
Notes from Michigan team warmups
11/23/2024 02:02:22 PM• Donovan Edwards took the first snap at running back. Kalel Mullings came in for the second.
• Zeke Berry played cornerback against 12-personnel on the first snap. Aamir Hall was on the other side of the field, and Makari Paige was back at safety with Quinten Johnson. We didn’t see Jyaire Hill in the starting lineup.
• Dominic Zvada made field goals from 38 yards (left hash) and 43 yards.
Jeffrey Persi warming up
11/23/2024 01:48:21 PMMichigan graduate offensive tackle Jeffrey Persi is warming up. He’s listed as questionable for today’s game. He’s the only questionable Wolverine.
Five-star+ Michigan QB commit Bryce Underwood on visit
11/23/2024 01:35:27 PM2025 Belleville (Mich.) High five-star+ Michigan quarterback commit Bryce Underwood is on campus for a visit. He flipped his pledge from LSU Thursday night.
Michigan availability report
11/23/2024 01:38:43 PMMichigan graduate offensive tackle Jeffrey Persi is questionable for today’s game. He’s considered the primary backup at both tackle spots. The following players are out:
• Sophomore WR Semaj Morgan
• Junior wide receiver Amorion Walker
• Junior cornerback Will Johnson
• Junior safety Jaden Mangham
• Junior linebacker Micah Pollard
• Senior safety Rod Moore
• Senior LB Christian Boivin
Photos of Michigan’s arrival
11/23/2024 01:38:10 PMThe Wolverines are in the house for today’s game.
Game information: Michigan vs. Northwestern
Venue: Michigan Stadium (107,601)
Kickoff: 3:35 p.m. ET
TV: Fox Sports 1
Stream: Fox Sports App / FuboTV
On The Call: Tim Brando (play-by-play), Devin Gardner (color) and Josh Sims (sideline)
Radio: LEARFIELD Michigan Sports Network, anchored by WWJ 950 AM in the Detroit area, with Doug Karsch (play-by-play), Jon Jansen (color) and Jason Avant (sideline) on the call. Karsch and Jansen are regular contributors to TheWolverine.com. Click here for the full list of radio affiliates to find the station in your area. The radio broadcast can also be streamed through MGoBlue.com.
Series Facts: This will be the 77th meeting between Michigan and Northwestern. The Wolverines hold a 59-15-2 advantage in the series and have won 34 of the last 38 games between the two schools. This will be the second matchup played for the George Jewett Trophy, a rivalry trophy recognizing the first African American to play football at each institution and in the schools that comprise the Big Ten.
