Unfazed Michigan Cruises Past Purdue 41-13 Amid NCAA Sign-Stealing Investigation

Michigan Wolverines remain unbeaten, routing the Purdue Boilermakers under investigation distressed circumstances, with a standout performance by quarterback J.J. McCarthy and substantial support from school officials.

• Despite allegations of sign-stealing under investigation by the NCAA, the Michigan Wolverines maintained their unbeaten streak with a dominant 41-13 victory over the Purdue Boilermakers.
• Heisman Trophy-candidate quarterback J.J. McCarthy put on an impressive performance for the Wolverines, completing 24 of 37 passes for a season-high 335 yards.
• Running back Blake Corum and Semaj Morgan also performed outstandingly; Corum matched his season high with three touchdowns, and Morgan ran for a 44-yard score.
• The Wolverines have set a new school record with 21 consecutive Big Ten victories and 24 straight wins during the regular season.
• Despite Purdue coach Ryan Walters' claim of Michigan's sign-stealing activities causing his team to learn a new language, Purdue suffered their fourth consecutive defeat, reducing their chances of a bowl bid.
• In support of the embattled Wolverines, University of Michigan President Santa Ono has urged Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti to delay possible action against the program until the NCAA investigation concludes.

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