After trailing 28–14 in the first half, Michigan recaptured a 32–31 lead thanks to three Appalachian State turnovers and a 54-yard touchdown run by senior running back Mike Hart with 4:36 left in the game.
Michigan initially trailed 28–14 at halftime but ultimately took the lead of 32–31 thanks to several mistakes made by Appalachian State and a decisive touchdown run by Mike Hart with little time left in the match.