Going into halftime with a 14-3 lead over USCwhere the attack is more like the strong, diverse attacks of recent times, Michigan and head coach Sherrone Moore couldn’t help but be pleased.

Especially after the offense had been in the mud for the first three weeks. So after running for almost 200 yards and looking fresh with Alex Orji Moore made his first start at quarterback and shared a positive first half assessment with the CBS reporter Jenny Dell.

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“The O-line does a great job just following the football, running backs running hard, running downhill,” Moore said, “perimeter guys blocking. Everybody’s in sync in the run game, but we’ve got to make sure we balance it out in the passing game as well.”

Both of Michigan’s touchdowns were scored on long runs, one by Kalel Mullings and then Donovan EdwardsThey had 72 and 65 rushing yards respectively at halftime, with Orji adding 47 yards on seven carries.

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And Michigan’s 199 rushing yards in the first half are the most USC has given up in a first half led by any team. Lincoln Rileyaccording to ESPN Stats and Info.

Orji was still mediocre as a passer, with Michigan giving him a few layup completions off swings and screens. But on downfield throws, he still struggled to show much touch and layering. Overall, Orji finished the first half 4-of-7 for 21 yards.

“I just want him to be himself. Make the throws he needs to make, don’t force anything and play Michigan football,” Moore said.