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No. 20 Michigan Hosts Wisconsin in Homecoming Matchup of Elite Run Game vs. No. 1 Run Defense

Post-bye injuries plus lineup shifts frame a contrast of styles in Ann Arbor.

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Michigan wide receiver Donaven McCulley (1) makes a catch against Central Michigan during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025.

Overview

  • Kickoff is Saturday at noon ET at Michigan Stadium with television coverage on FOX.
  • Wisconsin leads the nation in run defense at 50 rushing yards allowed per game, facing a Michigan offense built on the ground with Justice Haynes and designed QB runs for Bryce Underwood.
  • Michigan is 3-1 after a Big Ten-opening win at Nebraska and ranks No. 20, while Wisconsin is 2-2 following a poor loss to Maryland that drew “Fire Fickell!” chants.
  • The status of several Badgers, including starting quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., remains uncertain due to injuries.
  • Michigan has shifted Jaishawn Barnham to an edge role where he leads the team with three sacks, and the program carries a 13-game homecoming win streak.