Michigan tops Washington, 34-13, to win national title

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy kisses the trophy as he and his team celebrate defeating Washington to win the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan place kicker Stone Anderson sits on the field after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

University of Michigan president Santa Ono walks the field after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 9, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy kneels back down on the field after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil and running back Blake Corum celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates with the championship trophy after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum is greeted by the crowd after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum holds the championship trophy after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards celebrates with the trophy after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

A Michigan fan celebrates on the field after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan band members celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan band members celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan band members celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan tight end AJ Barner celebrates after the Wolverines won the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / The Detroit News)

Michigan players celebrate after the Wolverines won the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the Wolverines won the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan players and families celebrate after the Wolverines won the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan fans cheer during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates on the sideline during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates on the sideline during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate after the Wolverines won the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to the The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum celebrates after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate after the Wolverines won the National Championship 34-13 over the Washington Huskies, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates after the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson runs with a reception during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum scores during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan celebrates in the end zone with Michigan running back Blake Corum after a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates with running back Blake Corum after a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan tight end Colston Loveland runs with a 41-yard pass reception during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil runs back an 81-yard pass interception during the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum tries to jump through the tackle of Washington cornerback Elijah Jackson during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans enjoy the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy runs down field for a first down during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates a first down during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy runs down field during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy runs down field during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson runs tries to evade a tackle by Washington safety Asa Turner during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson runs tries to evade a tackle by Washington safety Asa Turner during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant sacks Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant sacks Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant sacks Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant celebrates his sack of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with defensive end Josaiah Stewart and defensive lineman Mason Graham during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum scores a touchdown against Washington in the fourth quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum celebrates a first down reception during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan tries to stop a Washington field goal during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze tries to catch an incomplete pass over Michigan defensive back Will Johnson during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy runs downfield during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy runs down field during the third quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant celebrates his sack of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Keon Sabb makes a play during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback Alex Orji runs downfield during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback Alex Orji runs downfield through a tackle by Washington cornerback Dominique Hampton during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh watches from the sideline during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson tries to pull down a pass through Washington linebacker Edefuan Ulofoshio during the second quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

The Michigan marching band performs before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

The Michigan marching band performs before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Will Johnson and defensive back Keon Sabb wrap up Washington running back Dillon Johnson during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil tackles Washington wide receiver Jalen McMillan during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan defensive lineman Kris Jenkins pumps up the crowd before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Kalel Mullings is tripped up by Washington cornerback Elijah Jackson during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Kalel Mullings celebrates a play during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans cheer during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards makes a 41 yard touchdown run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards makes a 41 yard touchdown run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates running back Donovan Edwards’ 41-yard run for a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates running back Donovan Edwards’ 41-yard run for a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson makes a reception over Washington cornerback Dominique Hampton during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson runs down the sideline after making a reception over Washington cornerback Dominique Hampton during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates running back Donovan Edwards’ 41-yard run for a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan wide receiver Roman Wilson celebrates his reception over Washington cornerback Dominique Hampton during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy watches as Michigan running back Donovan Edwards runs for a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy and lineman Trente Jones celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards and quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrate Edwards’ 41-yard run for a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards scores a touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards scores a touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates running back Donovan Edwards’ touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards celebrates with tight end Colston Loveland after Edwards scored a touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards celebrates with offensive lineman Myles Hinton after Edwards scored a touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards celebrates with tight end Max Bredeson after Edwards scored a touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards celebrates with his teammates in the end zone after Edwards scored a touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates running back Donovan Edwards’ touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates running back Donovan Edwards’ touchdown on a 46 yard run during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan fans celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh enters the field with his team before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

The Michigan Wolverines run onto the first for the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (Mark Mulligan / Special to The Detroit News)

Michigan fans cheer from their seats before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

The Michigan marching band performs before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

The Michigan marching band performs before the first quarter of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy meditates in the end zone before the start of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Members of the media watch as Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy meditates in the end zone before the start of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Fans cheer as Michigan players walk the field before the start of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Young fans greet Michigan players before the start of the college football National Championship, at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024. (David Guralnick/ The Detroit News)

Michigan running back Blake Corum signals to the crowd as he walks the field before the start of the college football National Championship against Washington at NRG Stadium, in Houston, January 8, 2024.

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh walks onto the field before the start of the college football National Championship game at NRG Stadium, in Houston.