AP Top 25: Michigan the week’s biggest riser after upset win over USC
A 27-24 upset win over Southern Cal on Saturday helped the Wolverines climb six spots in this week’s AP poll, up to No. 12. It was the single-biggest jump of the week in college football, breathing new life into Michigan’s playoff hopes.
Michigan vs. USC score: Live game updates, college football scores, NCAA top 25 highlights
No. 18 Michigan inflicted a pair of significant blows in the first half against No. 11 USC on Saturday, taking a 14-3 lead into the break behind stingy defense and explosiveness in its run game. Kalel Mullings busted a 53-yard touchdown run on the Wolverines' third possession to open the scoring after the teams traded early punts.
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