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Michigan-Wisconsin Preview: No. 20 Wolverines Face Badgers’ Top-Ranked Run Defense

Michigan is a heavy favorite as Wisconsin’s quarterback remains uncertain and Sherrone Moore points to improved health after the bye.

Overview

  • Kickoff is Saturday, Oct. 4 at noon ET on FOX at Michigan Stadium, with tickets still available.
  • Michigan enters 3-1 with a run-heavy offense led by standout back Justice Haynes, while Wisconsin leads the nation by allowing roughly 50 rushing yards per game.
  • Wisconsin’s depth chart lists Billy Edwards Jr. at quarterback with his status uncertain after a knee issue, and Danny O’Neil or Hunter Simmons could be options if needed, per recent reports.
  • Moore said several injured Wolverines, including guards Giovanni El-Hadi and Brady Norton, are trending toward availability, and the staff emphasized fixing receiver drops during the bye.
  • Sportsbooks have installed Michigan around a 16.5-point favorite, with public models giving the Wolverines close to a 90% win probability and a total near 42.5 points.