Michigan vs Central Michigan Prediction: Will the Wolverines Start to Look the Part?

Michigan vs Central Michigan How To Watch

Saturday, September 13, 2025
Game Time: 12:00 PM ET
TV: BTN
Location: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI
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Why Central Michigan Will Win

Michigan’s defense has been fine, but it’s hardly been the brick wall it was over the last several years. It’s been great against the run, but the pass D has been a tad leaky.

Central Michigan hasn’t shown a ton of firepower, but the ground attack was great against San Jose State and needs to at least give it a shot early on. There haven’t been a slew of mistakes, the offense has been great at controlling the clock, and …

Why Michigan Will Win

Central Michigan isn’t doing much of anything to get behind the line. The pass rush didn’t show up against Pitt last week, the tackles for loss aren’t there, and Bryce Underwood should get all the time he needs.

The Chippewa defense had problems with San Jose State, got carved up by Pitt, and if the Wolverines let it rip, Underwood should have his first 300-yard day, but …

Michigan vs Central Michigan Who Will Win

The Michigan offense is still a work in progress. Underwood was fine against New Mexico, but completing passes against Oklahoma was like pulling teeth.

This should be a balanced day from the Wolverine attack, but it’s more about efficiency and effectiveness than explosion. The Chippewas won’t be able to respond after a decent few early drives.

Just the fourth meeting between the two, Michigan is 3-0 by a total score of 145-33. It won’t be that bad, but there won’t be any drama.

Michigan vs Central Michigan Prediction, Betting Lines

Michigan 37, Central Michigan 6
Line: Michigan -27.5, o/u: 42.5
ATS Confidence out of 5: 3
Must See Rating: 2

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