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Iowa scores late touchdown to top Michigan in dramatic finish

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Iowa scores late touchdown to top Michigan in dramatic finish

Summary

Iowa defeated Michigan 20-19 in a last-second victory at Michigan Stadium on September 26, 2026. The Hawkeyes marched 91 yards in just over a minute, scoring the game-winning touchdown on a pass from Hank Brown to Reece Vander Zee with two seconds remaining. Michigan had previously held a 19-14 lead but failed to execute crucial plays, including a missed two-point conversion and a fourth-and-1 stop, allowing Iowa one last possession. The loss marked a significant setback for Michigan after their earlier controversial win against Western Michigan.

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By the Numbers

•Iowa scores game-winning touchdown with two seconds left.
•Michigan had a 19-14 lead with 11:59 remaining in the fourth.
•Bryce Underwood threw for 276 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception.
•Iowa's Hank Brown completed the decisive 16-yard pass.
•Kirk Ferentz describes victory as memorable experience.

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12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Two seconds of karma? Why Michigan's last-second loss to Iowa will sting a lot more

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Three weeks after an unforgettable last-second win, Michigan will feel the hurt of a last-second loss to Iowa more than the stumble against Western Michigan.
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