Michigan Football Tops Rutgers 28-21
Michigan's win over Rutgers came with an offensive line change after right guard Brady Norton suffered an injury.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Football
Michigan football defeated Rutgers 28-21 in a Saturday game. Right guard Brady Norton was injured during the contest and replaced by sophomore Avery Gach.
Why it matters
The injury forced a lineup change on the offensive line, and Gach is expected to start in the next game, keeping the unit's depth under test. Sophomore Andrew Babalola is also working back from injury but is not yet ready to start.
Savion produced 79 rushing yards on 20 carries in the 28-21 win over Rutgers, an average of about 4.0 yards per attempt. The extraction does not specify Brady Norton's injury designation or expected return date.
The players
Tommy Carr
Michigan freshman quarterback recognized as Big Ten Freshman of the Week.
Avery Gach
Michigan sophomore who replaced injured right guard Brady Norton and is expected to start.
The details
Avery Gach stepped in at right guard after Brady Norton went down, changing the offensive line configuration because of injuries. Quarterback Tommy Carr was also recognized as Big Ten Freshman of the Week for his performance.
Timeline
Saturday: Michigan defeated Rutgers 28-21.
This week: Preparation for the next game, with a possible lineup change.
Season Trajectory
Tommy Carr's Big Ten Freshman of the Week recognition places the young quarterback among the conference's emerging performers during Michigan's win. The Rutgers victory comes as the offensive line manages injuries, which bears on how the team's depth holds up through the rest of the schedule.
Avery Gach's expected start at right guard means the lineup change will carry into Saturday's game, affecting fantasy and roster decisions tied to the offensive line. Andrew Babalola's return timeline remains a factor for the depth chart.
The takeaway
Injuries are shaping the Michigan offensive line this week, and depth players like Avery Gach are being asked to step up. Watch the Saturday lineup to see whether the change holds.
What happens next
Avery Gach is expected to start at right guard Saturday, when Michigan next plays.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by On3.
