Posted on Sat, Oct 6, 2012 : 8:53 p.m.
Images from the Michigan football team's 44-13 win over Purdue
By Melanie Maxwell

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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson stretches during warm ups at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson stretches during warm ups at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_01_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan head coach Brady Hoke makes his way to the field during warm ups at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_03_fullsize.jpg
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A Michigan fan waves to head coach Brady Hoke as makes his way to the field during warm ups at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_04_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan defensive tackle Quinton Washington waves to the crowd as he and long snapper Jareth Glanda run onto the field with their team to start the game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_05_fullsize.jpg
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Purdue quarterback Caleb TerBush looks to hand off the ball during the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_06_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan running back Fitzgerald Toussaint runs the ball for yards against Purdue during the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_07_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan running back Fitzgerald Toussaint runs the ball around Purdue defense in the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_08_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan running back Fitzgerald Toussaint runs the ball around Purdue defense in the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_09_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson attempts to carry the ball past Purdue defense during the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_10_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson attempts to score as he reaches for the end zone against Purdue during the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_11_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan defensive end Craig Roh and linebacker Jake Ryan celebrate after bringing down Purdue quarterback Caleb TerBush in the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_12_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan linebacker Brandin Hawthorne reaches after Purdue running back Akeem Hunt in the second quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_13_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan defensive back Raymon Taylor looks up to intercept a ball meant for Purdue ides receiver O.J. Ross during the first half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_14_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan defensive back Raymon Taylor runs the ball after intercepting a pass intended for Purdue wide receiver O.J. Ross during the first half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_15_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan defensive back Raymon Taylor celebrates with safety Jordan Kovacs after an interception and a touchdown against Purdue in the second quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_16_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson runs the ball backon Saturday during the second quarter against Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_17_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan head coach Brady Hoke watches from the sidelines during the first half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_18_fullsize.jpg
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A Purdue fan shows off his style with a fur coat while in the stands during the first half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_19_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan wide receiver Jeremy Gallon runs the ball for yards during the second quarter against Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_20_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson looks to pass during the third quarter against Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_21_fullsize.jpg
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A Michigan celebrates a touchdown against Purdue in the third quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_22_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson runs the ball for yards all while missing a shoe during the third quarter against Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_23_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan linebacker Jake Ryan reaches after Purdue running back Akeem Shavers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_24_fullsize.jpg
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Purdue tight end Gabe Holmes is runs into trouble with Michigan cornerback J.T. Floydd and safety Jordan Kovacs during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_25_fullsize.jpg
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A Michigan fan sings in the stands during a time out in the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_26_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson runs the ball for yards past Purdue corner back Frankie Williams during the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_27_fullsize.jpg
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Purdue head coach Danny Hope watches from the sidelines during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_28_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan senior quarterback Denard Robinson runs the ball through Purdue defense during the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_29_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan fullback Sione Houma helps bring down Purdue wide receiver Raheem Mostert during the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_30_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan linebacker Desmond Morgan helps bring down Purdue quarterback Rob Henry back during the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_31_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan running back Thomas Rawls carries the ball for yards during the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_32_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan place kicker Brendan Gibbons kicks a field goal during the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_33_fullsize.jpg
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A Michigan tries to stay warm in a blanket while in the stands at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_34_fullsize.jpg
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Purdue line backer Antwon Higgs sails over Michigan linebacker Brandin Hawthorne during a kick return in the fourth quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_35_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan head coach Brady Hoke greets Purdue head coach Danny Hope after Michigan beat Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/01 UM purdue/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_36_fullsize.jpg
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Michigan offensive linesman Taylor Lewan high fives fans as he leaves the field after Michigan beat Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana on Saturday. Melanie Maxwell I AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/cache/100612_SPT_UMvsPurdue_MRM_37__fullsize.jpg
The Michigan football team took care of business against Purdue on the road defeating the Boilermakers 44-13. The win gave the Wolverines their 43rd win in a Big Ten Conference opener in their last 45 tries.
Melanie Maxwell is a staff photographer for AnnArbor.com. She can be reached at melaniemaxwell@annarbor.com or you can follow her on Twitter.
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Sun, Oct 7, 2012 : 1:09 p.m.
Great shots by Melanie Maxwell. One of them shows that the officials were wrong when they ruled that Denard Robinson was down when he stretched the ball out over the goal line.