In the penultimate week of the 2025 college football season, No. 18 Michigan faces one final road test before welcoming archrival Ohio State to Ann Arbor in their finale.
While next week’s rivalry tilt against the Buckeyes looms large, the Wolverines (8-2, 6-1 Big Ten) can’t look ahead past today’s opponent, Maryland (4-6, 1-6). While Michigan enters as a 14-point favorite over the Terrapins, the Wolverines have not fared well against the spread throughout the season, compiling a 3-7 record against the number in 2025 (per Covers.com).
Since a Week 7 loss at USC, Michigan has won four straight against Washington (24-7), Michigan State (31-20), Purdue (21-16) and Northwestern (24-22). Meanwhile, Maryland has host six in a row following a 4-0 start to its season. The Wolverines are one road win away from setting up another big-time matchup with Ohio State, with Big Ten championship implications, next week.
Follow along with our live coverage, score and highlights throughout the game below:
FINAL: Michigan 45, Maryland 20
Maryland’s K Martin finds J Farooq for 29-yard TD pass: Michigan 45, Maryland 20
Dominic Zvada connects on 46-yard FG: Michigan 45, Maryland 13
Jasper Parker scores on 6-yard TD run: Michigan 42, Maryland 13
It’s been a banner day for the Michigan offense, which took advantage of a short field to score its sixth touchdown of the evening. This time, it was freshman tailback Jasper Parker scoring from six yards out to cap a six-play, 37-yard drive for the Wolverines.
This one is all but decided, and Michigan would be wise to pull its starters in preparation for next week’s rivalry tilt against Ohio State.
Derrick Moore sacks Malik Washington on 4th down, Wolverines take over: Michigan 35, Maryland 13
Michigan’s defense has settled in and gets another stop after Derrick Moore sacks Maryland’s Malik Washington on fourth down.
Bryson Kuzdzal scores 1-yard TD run: Michigan 35, Maryland 13
Michigan’s offense continues to click on all cylinders, putting together a seven-play, 47-yard drive that results in a one-yard touchdown run for tailback Bryson Kuzdzal. It’s been a monster day for the Wolverines’ third-string tailback, who is up to three rushing touchdowns and has run for 100 yards on 20 carries for the Maize and Blue.
Michigan’s Max Bredeson suffers apparent injury
It’s been a tough year for Michigan on the injury front, and the Wolverines appear to have suffered another one to a key player in today’s game at Maryland. According to the Detroit News’ Angelique Chengelis, starting tight end/H-back Max Bredeson has left the game, is in a walking boot and on crutches on Michigan’s sideline. Bredeson is a key part of the Wolverines’ rushing attack, and his absence would be felt next week against Ohio State.
Maryland’s Sean O-Haire connects on 29-yard FG: Michigan 28, Maryland 13
The Terrapins add a field goal following a 12-play, 64-yard drive.
Bryson Kuzdzal scores on 19-yard TD run: Michigan 28, Maryland 10
Michigan’s offense stays hot to start the second half, putting together an eight-play, 65-yard drive capped with a 19-yard touchdown run from running back Bryson Kuzdzal.
Dominic Zvada misses 38-yard FG: Michigan 21, Maryland 10
Dominic Zvada’s shockingly poor season continues, as the 2024 All-American misses another short field goal attempt, putting him at just 11-for-18 this season. This comes after the former Arkansas State transfer went 21-of-22 on field goal attempts in his first season as a Wolverine a year ago, earning him All-American status.
Maryland’s Sean O-Haire connects on 34-yard FG: Michigan 21, Maryland 10
The Terrapins cut into Michigan’s lead with a 34-yard field goal from Sean O’Haire, capping a 12-play, 59-yard drive. Midway through the second quarter, Maryland has outgained Michigan (166-163), including torching the Wolverines’ secondary for 132 yards through the air thus far.
Bryce Underwood connects with Donavan McCulley on 22-yard screen pass TD: Michigan 21, Maryland 7
Three possessions, three touchdowns for the Maize and Blue.
Bryce Underwood finds Donavan McCulley on a beautifully designed screen pass that results in a 22-yard touchdown, and the Wolverines’ offense is rolling. Underwood has opened the game 9-for-11 with 122 yards and two touchdowns for Michigan.
U-M’s Mason Curtis intercepts Maryland’s Malik Washington: Michigan 14, Maryland 7
Bryson Kuzdzal scores on 2-yard TD run: Michigan 14, Maryland 7
Michigan has its first lead of the game after putting together a 12-play, 83-yard drive capped by a two-yard run from running back Bryson Kuzdzal.
Quarterback Bryce Underwood is out to a red-hot start, outside of one ill-advised throw that nearly resulted in an interception. The freshman is 7-of-9 passing for 90 yards and a touchdown thus far.
END 1Q: Michigan 7, Maryland 7
U-M’s Bryce Underwood finds Andrew Marsh for 12-yard TD: Michigan 7, Maryland 7
Maryland is pulling out all the stops against Michigan, attempting an onside kick following its opening drive score. However, the Wolverines recovered the kick and took advantage of the short field, marching 47 yards in seven plays and scoring a touchdown on a 12-yard toss from Bryce Underwood to Andrew Marsh to tie the game.
Maryland’s Malik Washington finds Dorian Fleming for 1-yard TD: Maryland 7, Michigan 0
A tough start for Michigan’s defense, as Maryland puts together a 10-play, 75-yard drive to get on the board first. Terrapin quarterback Malik Washington found tailback Dorian Fleming on 4th-and-goal from a yard out to put Maryland ahead by a touchdown early in College Park.
Injury Report
Michigan’s depth at linebacker continues to be tested, as starting linebacker Ernest Hausmann has been listed as ‘Out’ today against Maryland. The Wolverines have previously suffered injuries at the positions in Jimmy Rolder, Cole Sullivan and linebacker/edge rusher hybrid Jaishawn Barham. If there’s a silver lining, none of those three players are listed on the injury report.
As expected, the Wolverines will be without star running back Justice Haynes, and backup Jordan Marshall is ‘Questionable’ following an injury in last week’s game vs. Northwestern.
What channel is Michigan vs. Maryland on today?
Michigan vs. Maryland will broadcast nationally on Big Ten Network in Week 13 of the 2025 college football season. Jeff Levering and Jake Butt will call the game from the booth at SECU Stadium, with Brooke Fletcher reporting from the sidelines. Streaming options for the game include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
Michigan vs. Maryland time today
The Michigan vs Maryland game starts at 4 p.m. EST from SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland.
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This article originally appeared on Wolverines Wire: No. 18 Michigan vs. Maryland live updates, score: Highlights
Reporting by Matthew Lounsberry, Wolverines Wire / Wolverines Wire
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