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Northwestern at Michigan
Nov 10, 2012 • Completed
Away
Northwestern
Big Ten

Final Score
31 - 38

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Humidity
66%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Michigan holds off Northwestern 38-31
Michigan finished ahead of Northwestern 38-31 on Nov 10, 2012. The result came in week 11 of the 2012 season.
Michigan finished ahead of Northwestern 38-31 on Nov 10, 2012. The result came in week 11 of the 2012 season.
Michigan built the decisive edge with a 7-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Michigan 419; Northwestern 431. Another key split was passing yards: Michigan 286; Northwestern 183.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Michigan 419; Northwestern 431
Passing yards
Michigan 286; Northwestern 183
Rushing yards
Michigan 133; Northwestern 248
Turnovers
Michigan 2; Northwestern 1
First downs
Michigan 21; Northwestern 27
Possession time
Michigan 25:32; Northwestern 34:28
Third downs
Michigan 7-10; Northwestern 8-16
Completions-attempts
Michigan 16-30; Northwestern 14-21
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan | Northwestern |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 419 | 431 |
| Passing Yards | 286 | 183 |
| Rushing Yards | 133 | 248 |
| First Downs | 21 | 27 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 7-10 | 8-16 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 1-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 2-26 | 8-75 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 16-30 | 14-21 |
| Rushing Attempts | 32 | 58 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 3 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 8 | 7 |
| Possession Time | 25:32 | 34:28 |