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Michigan football faces criticism after loss to Minnesota

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Michigan football faces criticism after loss to Minnesota

Summary

Michigan football suffered a 20-14 defeat against Minnesota on October 3, 2026, marking an upset loss for the Wolverines. Rod Moore described the season's struggles as a result of playing 'soft,' a sentiment echoed after their shaky performance in earlier weeks. Michigan, favored to win, lacked the needed mindset to execute effectively, allowing Minnesota to secure the Little Brown Jug for the first time since 1977. Running back Jordan Marshall acknowledged team issues, emphasizing the need for a stronger collective mentality moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Michigan loses 20-14 to Minnesota in a significant upset.
•Rod Moore criticizes team's mentality and performance over the season.
•Michigan's talent outmatched Minnesota's, yet execution faltered.
•Jordan Marshall stresses the need for unity and improved energy.
•Minnesota secures the Little Brown Jug for the first time in years.

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4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan Football hasn’t fixed the problem Rod Moore identified in Week 1

What they're saying

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Rod Moore called the Week 1 performance “soft,” while Jordan Marshall is “confident in saying” Michigan is better than Iowa and Minnesota. The Wolverines need a serious attitude adjustment:
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