Michigan football falls to No. 16-ranked Oregon after quarterback change fails to spark comeback
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Key Points:
- Michigan suffered its second straight loss, falling 31-7 to No. 16 Oregon at Autzen Stadium, dropping their record to 5-5 overall and extending their losing streak to Oregon to four games.
- Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola dominated the game, completing 21 of 28 passes for 341 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Ducks to build a 21-7 halftime lead that they never relinquished.
- Michigan benched starting quarterback Tommy Carr late in the first quarter, replacing him with freshman Bryce Underwood, who sparked a 70-yard touchdown run by Savion Hiter but struggled overall, finishing 2-of-8 for 26 yards.
- The Ducks' defense forced multiple turnovers, including two fumbles and two turnovers on downs, while Michigan's offense struggled to capitalize, failing to score in the second half despite moving into Oregon’s red zone.
- Savion Hiter led Michigan’s rushing attack with 107 yards and one touchdown on 13 carries, but the Wolverines were unable to overcome Oregon’s early momentum and defensive pressure in the chilly Big Ten road game.
