NDL: S29W2 - Michigan (28) at Tennessee (38)

Michigan fans are stunned after a tough loss to the Vols

Michigan loses a tough one in Knoxville

Article By: phreakk

Michigan travelled to Knoxville and suffers its first loss of the season in thrilling fashion. The Wolverines Defense gave Tennessee's Offense a run for their money, they stood tough and did not allow an offensive Touchdown in the first half. The Vols were able to put points up when it mattered the most.

Michigan's Offense was led by Donovan Edwards, whom ran for 151 yards on 23 attempts and 3 Touchdowns. The offense moved the ball well on the ground and in the air. Alex Orji threw a beautiful pass into triple coverage where Frederick Moore came slightly off his route and made a magnificent catch and run for an 80 yard touchdown. Unfortunately, the woes began in the second half where the Vols Defense came up clutch forcing an almost pick six and a forced fumble in which no one was able to scoop the ball for 10 seconds. Coach Phreakk gave Edwards and earful for not dropping on the live ball.

Michigan looks forward to their bye week to regroup and reassess their Offensive Playbook and prepare for a home game with the Trojans.

Vols upset Michigan in Neyland Stadium

Article By: GarviNole

Week 2 matchup : Michigan @ Tennessee
Result: Tennessee Victory
Key factors:
-Venue: Neyland Stadium
-Crowd Impact: Significant
-Turnovers: Tennessee D forced 3 turnovers (pick 6 at the 1 yd line, DL interception, 1 forced fumble + Kick Return for 102 yard touchdown)

Analysis:
Thank the lord this game was in Neyland. The home crowd was electric, providing the Tennessee Vols with a much-needed advantage in this closely contested matchup. The energy at Neyland played a crucial role in the upset, rattling Michigan and contributing to the three critical turnovers forced by the Vols D.

Despite the loss, Michigan dominated the game on the ground, amassing over 184 rushing yards compared to Tennessee's 60 rushing yards. Tennessee's freshman QB Nico Iamaleave kept his composure against the star-studded, five star Michigan defense, completing 19-26 passes for 250 yards with 1 TD and 1 INT on a ball he knew was thrown badly when it left his hand.

This performance by a freshman QB shows a lot of potential for the Vols program and the coach staff to work with. There's a lot to be excited about after this upset in Knoxville.

 

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