Michigan Wolverines vs. Oregon Ducks: Did Special Teams Make the Difference?
In a challenging Week 10 matchup, the Michigan Wolverines faced off against the undefeated Oregon Ducks at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, marking a significant contest in the 2024 regular season. The game concluded with the Ducks maintaining their perfect record, now standing at 9-0, following a 38-17 victory over the Wolverines, who moved to a 5-4 season record.
Special Teams and Defense: A Closer Look
The Michigan Wolverines' special teams and defensive efforts were notable despite the loss. Kicker/Punter Tommy Doman had an impressive game with an average of 45 yards across five punts, including two that landed inside the 20-yard line. His longest punt of the day was recorded at 49 yards, contributing significantly to field position battles.
On defense, Ernest Hausmann led with ten combined tackles (three solo), showcasing his ability to read plays and make crucial stops. Derrick Moore also made his presence felt on defense by contributing three tackles and achieving one tackle for loss that pushed back for three yards.
Offensive Highlights
Offensively, quarterback Davis Warren completed 13 out of his attempted passes for a total of 165 yards and two touchdowns without throwing any interceptions. His performance yielded an impressive passer rating of approximately 134. Colston Loveland emerged as Warren's favorite target for this game; he caught seven passes for an impressive total of 112 yards but did not find himself in the end zone.
Running back Donovan Edwards provided balance to Michigan's offense by rushing for a team-high of 52 yards on ten carries. Despite facing stiff resistance from Oregon's defense throughout much of the game, Edwards managed an average gain per carry that kept drives alive.
Looking Ahead
The Michigan Wolverines will look to bounce back from this defeat as they prepare to face off against Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on November 9th at1:00 PM EDT. Fans eager to support their team can catch all action live as it unfolds next Saturday afternoon.
As we continue our coverage leading up to next week’s game against Indiana Hoosiers, stay tuned for more updates and analysis on how Michigan plans to regroup after this tough loss against Oregon Ducks.