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Michigan answers slow start with strong second half against UTEP

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 10:51 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Michigan answers slow start with strong second half against UTEP

Summary

Michigan secured a 52-17 victory over UTEP on September 19 at Michigan Stadium, advancing to 3-0 for the season. After a sluggish first half marked by two turnovers, the Wolverines dominated the second half, outscoring UTEP 28-0 in the third quarter. Sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood completed 19 of 25 passes for 223 yards and two touchdowns. The Michigan defense was dominant, recording 11 tackles for loss and four sacks, limiting UTEP to just 150 total yards throughout the game. The Wolverines will now prepare for their Big Ten opener against Iowa next week.

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By the Numbers

•Michigan improves to 3-0 after the victory.
•Underwood throws for 223 yards with two touchdowns.
•Wolverines lead at halftime 17-14.
•Michigan outgains UTEP 431-150 overall.
•Team prepares for Big Ten opener against Iowa next week.

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11:04 PMYahoo Sports — No. 19 Michigan starts shaky, finishes strong in 52-17 win over UTEP
10:51 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan starts slow, finishes strong to wallop UTEP

What they're saying

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Bryce Underwood threw two touchdown passes and Savion Hiter had two rushing scores to help No. 19 Michigan pull away and beat UTEP 52-17 on Saturday. The Wolverines (3-0) were behind twice in the first half before scoring 38 straight points to turn a potential scare into a rout. The Miners (1-2) forced two turnovers in the first half and took advantage with two touchdown passes by E.J. Colston: 45 yards to Carver Cheeks and 18 yards to Lamar Sperling.
— Yahoo Sportsby LARRY LAGE