Here are 10 thoughts wrapping up No. 18 Michigan’s 45-20 victory against Maryland and opening the floodgates on rivalry week.

The Michigan Wolverines earned an important win over Maryland before The Game vs Ohio State. Here are 4 things we learned from the victory:

Bryson Kuzdzal ran for 100 yards and three touchdowns to help No. 18 Michigan to a 45-20 victory over Maryland, a week before the Wolverines host top-ranked Ohio State.

4Q, 13:19: Michigan is moving into victory formation a bit early, putting in RB Jasper Parker as the leading rusher. He took 4 of 5 plays on this drive and rushed it six yards for the diving touchdown. Michigan extends lead to 42-13.

Following Maryland's opening touchdown, it was complete domination by the Michigan Wolverines. The Maize and Blue would move to 9-2 following a 45-20 win over t

Kickoff in College Park is at 4 p.m., and MLive will be providing live updates throughout. Both teams are trending in different directions. Michigan has won four straight, although the last two games have been decided by less than a touchdown, while Maryland has lost six in a row after a 4-0 start.

Maryland coach Mike Locksley shared detailed thoughts on Michigan’s 45–20 win, addressing third downs, run fits, and the Wolverines’ execution.

Michigan took care of business on Saturday in College Park. The Wolverines marched into Maryland and left with a 45-20 win to move Michigan to 9-2 on the season