Michigan football loses to Michigan State 15-6 amid offensive struggles

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Michigan football loses to Michigan State 15-6 amid offensive struggles
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Michigan lost to Michigan State 15-6 in Ann Arbor on November 7. The Wolverines managed just 192 yards and turned the ball over four times, causing coach Kyle Whittingham to express deep disappointment. Whittingham described the offensive performance as one of the poorest he's seen and acknowledged the risk of missing a bowl game. The loss dropped Michigan to 5-4 overall, 2-4 in Big Ten play, and set the stage for upcoming challenging matchups against ranked opponents.

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  • •Michigan State entered the game with an 0-5 Big Ten record.
  • •The Wolverines averaged just over two yards per rush.
  • •Quarterback Tommy Carr had two interceptions.
  • •Michigan will face No. 23 Oregon next in a tough stretch.
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  • 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Whittingham says he 'can't come up with one positive offensively' after Michigan's 15-6 home loss to Michigan State
  • 5:25 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Whittingham takes blame for Michigan's stunning loss to MSU
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Michigan football lost to rival Michigan State 15-6 as the offense struggled with four turnovers and five sacks.

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The Wolverines had just 192 yards and turned the ball over four times.

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