Michigan Stadium has seen 15 night games, with the Wolverines winning 13 out of 15 matches. The team’s only night game losses were to Michigan State in 2017 and Wisconsin in 2020. As the Wolverines prepare to start the new season with a primetime game against Fresno State, they look back at their victories under the lights at home.
The first night game at Michigan Stadium in 2011 became an instant classic with Denard Robinson’s game-winning touchdown pass to Roy Roundtree. The Wolverines defeated Notre Dame in another thrilling match two years later. Michigan hosted their first Big Ten opponent at night in 2014 and sported all-blue uniforms for the first time ever.
Some memorable victories include their win over Penn State in 2014, Minnesota in 2017, and Wisconsin in 2018. In 2019, Michigan routed Notre Dame by the largest margin of victory in a home night game. The Wolverines continued their success under the lights in 2021 by defeating Washington, Indiana, Hawaii, and Michigan State.
In 2022, Michigan recaptured the Paul Bunyan Trophy and remained undefeated. The team’s success continued in 2023, with victories over Bowling Green and Purdue. The Wolverines are off to a strong start in the new season as they aim for more victories under the lights at Michigan Stadium.
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