No. 19 Michigan football takes down UTEP, 52-17
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

No. 19 Michigan football decisively defeated UTEP with a final score of 52-17 on September 19, 2026. The Wolverines overcame early adversity after UTEP initially took a 7-0 lead. Michigan responded with strong offensive play led by quarterback Bryce Underwood and running back Savion Hiter, who scored two touchdowns. After a close first half, Michigan extended its lead significantly in the second half, culminating in defensive contributions including a touchdown from defensive lineman Jonah Lea'ea. This victory marks Michigan's third straight win this season.
- •Michigan improves to 3-0, UTEP falls to 1-2.
- •UTEP led 7-0 early before Michigan rallied back.
- •Savion Hiter scored two touchdowns for Michigan.
- •Bryce Underwood threw multiple touchdown passes.
- •Jonah Lea'ea returned an interception for a touchdown.
- 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — No. 19 Michigan Football routs UTEP, 52-17
"No. 19 Michigan Football enjoyed its biggest win of the season, routing UTEP by a final score of 52-17. Here are the stats, highlights and more:
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