Last Week at The Wolverine Den
Tailgate Attendance: 87
Purdue 38 - Michigan 36
Michigan Stadium
November 7, 2009 - 12 noon
Game Summary
Michigan had the game comfortably in its control, leading 24-10 and then 30-17. But a fumble deep in Michigan territory and then a perfectly executed on-side kick stole the lead from the Wolverines. A valiant comeback was halted when Michigan was unable to convert on a two-point conversion. A missed extra point and a missed field goal contributed but were not the cause of the loss. The defense was simply unable to stop a determined Purdue team in the second half.
There were some bright spots. Brandon Minor played perhaps his best game of the year with 154 yards on 19 carries and three touchdowns. Roy Roundtree had 10 receptions (including one where he stole an interception away from a Purdue defender) for 126 yards and a score. But that’s about it.
The loss was especially disappointing given the bowl implications. Michigan now must win one of its two remaining games to become bowl-eligible. The task is tough at Wisconsin or against the Big Ten leading Buckeyes.
The Wolverine Den Trivia
Q: In 1983, Steve Smith threw 4 TD passes against Purdue, setting the Michigan single game record for most TD passes in a game. Who has since tied that record?
A: There have been many QB’s that have tied Steve Smith’s record of 4 TD passes in a game: Michael Taylor, Chris Zurbrugg, Elvis Grbac (3 times), Todd Collins, Brian Griese, Scott Dreisbach, Tom Brady, John Navarre (3 times), Drew Henson, and Chad Henne (3 times).
Craig's Prediction
30-20
Steve's Prediction
24-20
Tim's Prediction
21-10