Carr’s Grit: Sick Quarterback Leads Michigan Past Rutgers in Halloween Clash
Michigan quarterback Tommy Carr, battling illness, led the Wolverines to a hard-fought 28-21 victory over Rutgers on Halloween. Carr accounted for three touchdowns, drawing comparisons to Michael Jordan's iconic 'flu game', as Michigan extended its winning streak against the Scarlet…
Detroit, MI, October 31, 2026 —
Michigan quarterback Tommy Carr demonstrated remarkable resilience on Halloween, guiding the Wolverines to a hard-fought 28-21 victory over Rutgers despite battling illness. Carr’s performance was instrumental in securing the win, with the quarterback accounting for three touchdowns during the game.
His determination and ability to perform at a high level while unwell drew immediate comparisons to legendary athlete Michael Jordan’s famed ‘flu game.’ This clutch performance was crucial for Michigan, helping them extend their ongoing winning streak against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. The exact nature of Carr’s illness was not detailed in the available information.
The game concluded with Michigan holding a 28-21 lead, a victory that adds to their series advantage over Rutgers. Further details regarding the specific plays or the overall game narrative beyond Carr’s pivotal role and the final score were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Brandon Carr on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
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