Washington vs Michigan Prediction
The Michigan Wolverines and Washington Huskies face off on Monday Night in the College Football National Championship at NRG Stadium. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Michigan vs Washington prediction.
Can Michael Penix Jr. lead Washington To the Promised Land?
Washington is only one win away from Michael Penix Jr leading them to the promised land, not something many people expected heading into the season. In the Sugar Bowl, Washington faced off against the Texas Longhorns and they were able to win the high scoring game. Late in the game the team made a couple of questionable decisions, but they were still able to hold on for the 37-31 victory. Penix Jr had another strong game completing 28 of his 38 passes for 430 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Rome Odunze had a strong game catching six passes for 125 yards. The dense for this team has been an issue at times and the defense is going to need to be better here. Dillion Johnson was hurt late in the game, but it’s expected that he’s going to be able to play in this game.
Washington Team Facts
- Washington has won each of its last 10 games against AP-ranked teams.
- Washington has covered the spread in each of its last six games played at neutral venues.
- Six of Washington's last seven games against AP-ranked teams at neutral venues have gone UNDER the total points line.
Can Michigan Finish It Off
Heading into the season, the expectations surrounding Michigan were a National Championship, and now they are only one win away from making it happen. In the Rose Bowl it wasn’t the cleanest game, and it took overtime, but Michigan was able to come out on top. JJ McCarthy had a couple of questionable decisions but still completed 17 of his 27 passes for 221 yards and three touchdowns. Blake Corum also had a strong game, putting up 19 carries for 83 yards and a touchdown. Michigan on the season is averaging 36 points while their defense is giving up 10.2 points per game.
Michigan Team Facts
- Michigan has won 27 of its last 28 games.
- Michigan has covered the spread in each of its last four games against AP-ranked teams.
- Michigan has won the first half in each of its last four games against non-conference opponents.
- Each of Michigan's last six Bowl games as a favorite have gone OVER the total points line
Washington vs Michigan Betting Prediction
This game is going to come down to quarterback play, and the better quarterback is with Washington. Penix Jr had another strong game in the last game, and he’s going to find success again here. Michigan’s defense showed a couple of holes in the last game against Alabama, and Washington is a better offensive team. Penix Jr is going to feed Odunze all game, and that is going to be the difference here, as Washington is going to get the job done. You aren’t going to need the points here. Back Washington on the money line.
