Michigan's offense scored 29 points in its three-point win over Minnesota, but it was a dissatisfactory performance. The Wolverines totaled only 296 yards and averaged only 4.85 yards per play, which was the third time that they failed to exceed five yards per play. The previous two times: 4.93 at Utah and 3.97 vs. Michigan State. Both losses. However, Michigan pulled out the win because it capitalized on its scoring chances. Thanks to some excellent starting field position on three series, Michigan mustered four trips into the red zone, and all four ended with a celebration in the end zone.