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Kuzdzal’s 3 TDs Power No. 18 Michigan Past Maryland 45–20 To Reach 9–2

Michigan carries momentum into a matchup with No. 1 Ohio State with backfield health still uncertain.

Nov 22, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Bryson Kuzdzal (24) rushes as Maryland Terrapins defensive back Jalen Huskey (22) defends during the first half at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Michigan wide receiver Josiah McLaurin (17) jumps over Maryland defensive back Jamare Glasker, below, to get a first down during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
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Overview

  • Former walk-on Bryson Kuzdzal, starting with Jordan Marshall and Justice Haynes sidelined, rushed for 100 yards and three touchdowns on 20 carries.
  • Quarterback Bryce Underwood rebounded with an efficient 16-of-23 passing day for 215 yards and two touchdowns after recent turnover issues.
  • Michigan finished with 443 total yards, committed no turnovers, converted 12 of 14 third downs according to team notes, and did not punt.
  • The win is Michigan’s fifth straight and moves the Wolverines to 9–2 overall and 7–1 in the Big Ten, preserving their College Football Playoff and league hopes ahead of Ohio State.
  • Maryland dropped its seventh straight to fall to 4–7, was eliminated from bowl eligibility, and saw its early 7–0 lead fade against a Michigan defense that produced three sacks and a key interception.