ANN ARBOR -- Michigan senior fullback Ben Mason gave the Wolverines sideline something to cheer about just two plays into Saturday's game against Maryland.
Mason caught a pass in the flat, and it appeared like he would be tackled by Maryland defensive back Darnell Savage Jr. for a short gain. Instead, the 6-foot-3, 254-pounder hurdled Savage and picked up a good chunk of extra yardage for a 15-yard gain.
Get UP, Michigan fullback Ben Mason
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The athletic play energized the 109,531 fans at Michigan Stadium and the Wolverines players early, as Michigan went on to down the Terrapins 42-21 to improve to 5-1.