Iowa tops Michigan with last-second touchdown in college football clash

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Iowa tops Michigan with last-second touchdown in college football clash
Summary

Iowa defeated Michigan 20-19 on a walk-off touchdown in Big Ten action on September 26. The Wolverines, ranked No. 18, held a 19-14 lead late in the fourth quarter, but Iowa orchestrated a final 91-yard drive culminating in a 16-yard touchdown pass from Hank Brown to Reece Vander Zee as time expired. Michigan had difficulty converting in the red zone earlier, settling for field goals and a turnover on downs. Iowa, now ranked No. 17, improved to 4-0 and 1-0 in the Big Ten, while Michigan fell to 3-1 and 0-1 in conference play. Both teams are looking to build momentum in their next matchups, with Michigan set to visit Minnesota on October 3.

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  • •Michigan led 19-14 before Iowa's final drive.
  • •Bryce Underwood connected with JJ Buchanan for two touchdowns.
  • •Iowa achieved a 91-yard drive for the game-winning score.
  • •Dom Nichols returned to play after an injury scare for Michigan.
  • •Michigan's next game is against Minnesota on October 3.
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  • 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa stuns Michigan on the final play in Ann Arbor
  • 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan vs. Iowa Decided on Final Play
  • 11:13 PMYahoo Sports — No. 17 Iowa stuns No. 18 Michigan with last-second touchdown to earn 20-19 win and stay undefeated
  • 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan football stunned by Iowa with walk-off touchdown on final play
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Michigan football score: Bryce Underwood and JJ Buchanan connected twice for touchdowns, but Iowa stunned with a last-second touchdown.

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Michigan surrendered a touchdown with two seconds remaining as Iowa escaped the Big House with a stunning 20-19 victory.

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The Hawkeyes scored a touchdown with 2 seconds remaining, earning the 1-point win and breaking hearts in Ann Arbor.

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