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Champion Michigan Wolverines return home to joyous fans

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- The national champion Michigan Wolverines returned home Tuesday night to thunderous applause and screaming fans following their 34-13 victory over the Washington Huskies.

"Thank you so much for being here," coach Jim Harbaugh said. "We had lofty aspirations and high goals, and we never lost sight of them."

Defensive tackle Kris Jenkins also thanked the crowd.

"You don't know how much we appreciate you all, from the bottom of our hearts, all the love and support," Jenkins said. "When the whole world doubted us, when the whole world didn't think we could do it, what did we say?