Lincoln, Neb. — The second half became a pinball game of scores and lead changes, and in the end, Michigan’s defense made a final stop to preserve the Wolverines' unbeaten record.
Michigan, ranked No. 9, beat Nebraska 32-29 Saturday night at Memorial Stadium in the toughest game the Wolverines have had this season. They are 6-0, 3-0 Big Ten.
With three minutes left and the score tied, 29-29, Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez fumbled and safety Brad Hawkins made the recovery, giving the Wolverines the ball at the Nebraska 18-yard line with 1:45 left.
Michigan regained the lead for keeps, 32-29, on Jake Moody’s 39-yard field goal, his fourth of the game.