Michigan Wolverines vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2020 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated Minnesota Golden Gophers 49–24 in Week 8, 2020. Final score: Michigan Wolverines 49, Minnesota Golden Gophers 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan Wolverines	12	12	6	6	49
Minnesota Golden Gophers	15	6	6	0	24

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Joe Milton (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.60 EPA/play +12.63 EPA
• Tanner Morgan (135) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.07 EPA/play +2.52 EPA
• Cade McNamara (130) — 0.0 yds · -1.23 EPA/play -3.69 EPA

Rushing

• Mohamed Ibrahim (135) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.43 EPA
• Joe Milton (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.49 EPA
• Hassan Haskins (130) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.82 EPA

Receiving

• Rashod Bateman (135) — 9 rec · 0.0 yds +0.77 EPA
• Mohamed Ibrahim (135) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds -0.58 EPA
• Ronnie Bell (130) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.69 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Joe Milton	130	21	71.4%	0	1	+0.60	+12.63
Tanner Morgan	135	34	52.9%	0	1	+0.07	+2.52
Cade McNamara	130	3	0.0%	0	0	-1.23	-3.69

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MICH	MINN
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	135	1	0	+0.77	Ended
Q1	130	1	0	+1.91	Pass TD
Q1	130	1	0	-0.86	Ended
Q1	135	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	135	10	0	+2.76	Touchdown
Q1	130	6	0	-1.03	Missed FG
Q1	135	3	0	-3.44	Punt
Q1	130	1	0	+5.33	Rush TD
Q1	135	1	0	+2.44	Pass TD
Q1	135	1	0	-0.67	Ended
Q1	130	4	0	-1.04	Ended
Q2	130	3	0	+0.38	Missed FG
Q2	135	3	0	-0.44	Punt
Q2	130	1	0	+2.21	Rush TD
Q2	130	3	0	+1.17	Ended
Q2	135	4	0	-4.01	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Donovan Jeter 15 Yd Fumble Return (Jake Moody Kick) (-6.72 EPA)
2. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Zach Charbonnet 70 Yd Run (Jake Moody Kick) (+5.33 EPA)
3. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Tanner Morgan pass incomplete to Mohamed Ibrahim (-4.28 EPA)
4. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Brock Walker kickoff for 39 yds , Michael Barrett return for 66 yds to the Minn 8 (+3.96 EPA)
5. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Tanner Morgan pass complete to Chris Autman-Bell for 45 yds to the Mich 45 for a 1ST down (+3.8 EPA)
6. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Will Hart punt blocked by Preston Jelen blocked by Preston Jelen Preston Jelen return for 17 yds to the Mich 17 (-3.79 EPA)
7. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Tanner Morgan pass complete to Rashod Bateman for 38 yds to the Mich 19 for a 1ST down (+3.26 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Jake Moody 38 yd FG MISSED (-3.23 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (49–24) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Joe Milton (130) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: MICH at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Michigan Wolverines vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Michigan Wolverines 49, Minnesota Golden Gophers 24 in Week 8 of the 2020 college football season.

Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 49–24.

Where can I find the Michigan Wolverines vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401247294.

Who led Michigan Wolverines vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Joe Milton (130) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Michigan Wolverines at Minnesota Golden Gophers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.