No. 12 Michigan holds off Minnesota in 4th quarter to win 27-24 and retain Little Brown Jug

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- , Kalel Mullings rushed for 111 yards and two touchdowns in his first start at running back as No. 12 Michigan held on to the Little Brown Jug with a 27-24 win in the rain against Minnesota on Saturday. “Coach told me I was starting today, but it didn't change much for me,” said Mullings, who leads the Wolverines with 540 yards and six touchdowns in five games. “I always prepare like I'm going to (be) on the field for every play.” Michigan led 24-3 going into the fourth quarter, but Minnesota scored three touchdowns to pull within 27-24 with 1:37 left. The Gophers recovered the onside kick but were flagged for offsides. Mullings grabbed the second kick, allowing the Wolverines to run out the clock. “We practiced that,” he said.