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Michigan at Nebraska
Dec 29, 2005 • Completed
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Michigan
Big Ten

Final Score
28 - 32

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Game Conditions
Humidity
32%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Nebraska holds off Michigan 32-28
Nebraska finished ahead of Michigan 32-28 on Dec 29, 2005. The result came in week 1 of the 2005 season.
Nebraska finished ahead of Michigan 32-28 on Dec 29, 2005. The result came in week 1 of the 2005 season.
Nebraska built the decisive edge with a 4-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Nebraska 318; Michigan 400. Another key split was passing yards: Nebraska 194; Michigan 281.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Nebraska 318; Michigan 400
Passing yards
Nebraska 194; Michigan 281
Rushing yards
Nebraska 151; Michigan 130
Turnovers
Nebraska 2; Michigan 4
First downs
Nebraska 16; Michigan 23
Possession time
Nebraska 17:19; Michigan 19:21
Third downs
Nebraska 4-16; Michigan 5-17
Completions-attempts
Nebraska 14-31; Michigan 21-43
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Nebraska | Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 318 | 400 |
| Passing Yards | 194 | 281 |
| Rushing Yards | 151 | 130 |
| First Downs | 16 | 23 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 4-16 | 5-17 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-1 | 1-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 4 |
| Completions / Attempts | 14-31 | 21-43 |
| Rushing Attempts | 37 | 42 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 6 | 4 |
| Possession Time | 17:19 | 19:21 |