The Michigan Wolverines secured bowl eligibility with a decisive 50-6 victory over Northwestern, improving to 6-5. Key performances included Mullings' 92 rushing yards and two touchdowns, and Edwards' late-game surge. Colston Loveland set a record for receptions by a Michigan tight end but left the game unexpectedly. Quarterback Davis Warren showed promise despite an interception, and the defense delivered a dominant performance. With a challenging game against Ohio State ahead, Michigan's recent improvements offer some hope, though a win would be a significant upset.
In a crucial game against USC, Nebraska's football team missed a pivotal opportunity to change their season's trajectory. A chaotic play involving a near turnover ended with USC capitalizing on a fourth down, leading to a touchdown that secured their lead. Nebraska's continued struggles with clock management and seizing key moments left them still chasing bowl eligibility, a feat they haven't achieved in nine years. The Cornhuskers now face Wisconsin with hopes of turning their season around.
The Virginia Cavaliers suffered a 35-14 defeat against Notre Dame, highlighting key issues such as turnovers and quarterback performance. Virginia's Anthony Colandrea struggled with interceptions, prompting calls for Tony Muskett to start the remaining games. With a 5-5 record, Virginia's hopes for bowl eligibility hinge on upcoming matches against SMU and Virginia Tech.
