Michigan pulled out a big win over Oklahoma on Saturday, silencing — at least momentarily — plenty of doubt and stabilizing the vibes heading into Week 2.
And Rachel Leggett was on hand to shoot the entire game for Mitten Football, capturing the looks of the 17-10 Wolverine win.
Check out some of the best looks from Rachel's lens below.
From the get go, the matchup between Michigan and Oklahoma set out as a physical cage match. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Oklahoma QB John Mateer was not exempt from the physicality, and in some ways welcomes it. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan transfer wideout JJ Buchanan continues his early star turn for the Wolverines in two games in maize and blue. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)As does linebacker Nathaniel Staehling, who has been a steady force on defense so far. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables, off a contract extension this summer, will be under heightened scrutiny after Saturday's result. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan linebacker Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng celebrates after blowing up a Sooner screen pass at the line of scrimmage. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Buchanan celebrates after a long run following a catch in traffic for a first down. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan started the scoring first, as Underwood marauded 38 yards through the defense and bounced off a tackler inside the five to sneak into the end zone. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)OU tight end Rocky Beers, on top of having an all-time name, finished with a game-high 94 receiving yards. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan freshman tailback Savion Hiter flashed his immense upside, though his final stat line was unimpressive as some of his carries were wiped out by holds. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Sooner DB Eli Bowen nearly intercepts an Underwood pass. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)And celebrates the pass breakup, nonetheless. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)The Michigan punt coverage unit — part of a strong special teams effort — celebrates downing a punt inside the two yard line. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Underwood directs Buchanan and other traffic while rolling out. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan RB Jordan Marshall had another quiet day, but did come up with the go-ahead touchdown. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Underwood and Michigan had plenty of reason to smile with Saturday's performance. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan's defense starred above all else on Saturday, shutting down the OU offense for most of the game. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Mateer struggled with his accuracy, often short arming throws and missing high. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan's defense had ample reason to celebrate on Saturday. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)At the center of the game was a pitched battle in the trenches. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)One that went well for Oklahoma at time, too. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Underwood runs away from the defense for a chunk gain. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Marshall carries the ball into the thicket of bodies at the line of scrimmage. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)And nearly breaks out the other side for a big gain. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Underwood carried the ball 18 times for 87 yards on Saturday, including the touchdown. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Smith Snowden celebrates yet another successful defensive play as Mateer gets planted into the turf once more. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Oklahoma wideout Isaiah Sategna had a solid outing, both as a receiver and punt returner. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Even he couldn't escape the physicality. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)But he did celebrate a long punt return in a game where every inch counted. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan DB Jyaire Hill came up with the game-altering play, an interception in the middle of the fourth quarter, setting up Marshall for a 1-yard go-ahead TD. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)And as had been the case much of the day: Celebration time for the Wolverine defense. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)And the offense, after taking a 17-10 lead late. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Mateer had his struggles, but toughness was not one of them. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)And Michigan players had to endure their fair share of physical play in this game. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan's defense finished the performance with a sack on Mateer, this time Nate Marshall getting home. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Which meant plenty more celebration. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Michigan's defense ultimately sacked Mateer three times and had eight tackles for loss. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Underwood finished with 198 total yards and one touchdown. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)And former Michigan linebacker Cole Sullivan, who transferred to OU this offseason, visited Michigan Stadium to play on the other side of this matchup. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Sullivan had plenty of postgame reunions, including with Troy Bowles here. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)Sullivan and Mason Curtis embrace after the game, as the Wolverines emerged for a crucial early-season win. (Rachel Leggett/Mitten Football)
