Michigan football shows improved rushing in victory over Penn State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Michigan football achieved a season-high 211 rushing yards in a 21-18 win against Penn State on October 21. The Wolverines experienced a breakthrough with significant runs from Bryson Kuzdzal and Savion Hiter, marking a shift towards a preferred downhill rushing style. Despite this success, Michigan remains without a 100-yard rusher this season and continues to struggle offensively, averaging just 22.7 points per game. The team faces a tough matchup against defending national champion Indiana next, where it will need to leverage its improved rushing for a better offensive performance.
- •Michigan rushed for a season-high 211 yards against Penn State.
- •Bryson Kuzdzal scored a 43-yard touchdown run.
- •Michigan’s rushing game struggles continue, lacking a 100-yard rusher this season.
- •The Wolverines face defending champion Indiana in their next game.
- •Michigan ranks in the bottom quarter nationally in scoring and passing.
- 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan football finally found rushing success. Is it repeatable?
"At long last, Michigan football was able to get its run game going.
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