Speight's status unkown, not a concussion
Per the radio broadcast, Speight did not suffer a concussion.
Enter O'Korn
John O'Korn came into the game at quarterback for Michigan. A Karan Higdon run gained only one yard. O'Korn hit Nate Schoenle, a walk on, for a first down. Higdon then found some room for a six-yard gain, then ran for the first down. O'Korn then found his fullback Henry Poggi for a first down into Purdue territory. After the end of the first quarter, the score is still 0-0.
Blough sacked by Bush again
On the Michigan punt, the Wolverines were penalized for kick-catch interference, setting Purdue up in Michigan territory.