Alabama vs Michigan Prediction
The Alabama Crimson Tide and Michigan Wolverines face off on Monday in the Rose Bowl and the College Football Play semifinals at the Rose Bowl. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Alabama vs Michigan prediction.
How Does Jalen Milroe Perform for Alabama?
Early in the season, Alabama Quarterback Jalen Milroe was inconsistent, but he has figured it out in the last couple of games, and now they get a chance in the college football playoff. In the last game against Georgia, they almost blew the game late, but they ended up winning 27-24. Jalen Milroe completed 13 of his 23 passes for 192 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions. At times the Bama offense hasn’t been exactly elite, and they are going to need to show up here. If Alabama turns the ball over a couple of times early, this could be a long game. Overall this season, Alabama is averaging 35.08 points while their defnese is giving up 18.4 points per game.
Can Michigan Finally Get it Done?
There has been no better chance for Michigan to win the National Championship and there is a ton of pressure on them to get it done. Michigan really hasn’t been tested much this season, and they are coming off a shutout victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes. The offense didn’t even look that impressive all game, but they didn’t need to be as the defense was lights out. Running back Blake Corum finished with 16 carries for 52 yards and two touchdowns. Overall this season Michigan is averaging 36.7 points while their defense is giving up 9.5 points per game. On the season JJ McCarthy has throw for 2,630 yards, 19 touchdowns, and four interceptions.
Alabama vs Michigan Betting Prediction
Michigan is going to get the job done here. McCarthy has done a good job of making the right decisions and he’s going to do the same again here. Milroe at times has had bad turnovers, and it’s going to hurt him again here. The Michigan defense is going to step up here, and they are going to give up 17 or less points. Michigan is going to score at least 20 points, and they will get the job done. Back Michigan to clinch their spot in the National Championship game and to cover the spread.
