A pivotal Big Ten opener is set for this Saturday as the No. 21 Michigan Wolverines travel to Lincoln to take on the undefeated Nebraska Cornhuskers. This matchup could be a defining moment for both programs’ seasons, with Michigan looking to start its conference slate with a tough road win and Nebraska aiming for a statement victory at home.

Game Details:

• Matchup: No. 21 Michigan Wolverines at Nebraska Cornhuskers (3-0)
• Date: Saturday, September 20
• Time: 3:30 PM EST
• Location: Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, Nebraska
• TV: CBS
• Spread: Michigan -2.5
• Total: 46.5

What to Expect from Michigan

The Wolverines enter their Big Ten opener as the ranked team and a narrow road favorite. As one of the conference’s traditional powers, Michigan faces the high expectations that come with its pedigree. The trip to Memorial Stadium represents their first major test in a hostile environment this season. While specific injury reports for this game are not detailed in the provided search results, navigating player availability is always a key factor in football. The narrow 2.5-point spread indicates that experts believe this will be a tightly contested game that could come down to the final possession.

What to Expect from Nebraska

The Cornhuskers are off to a perfect 3-0 start and will be playing in front of a raucous home crowd at Memorial Stadium. This game serves as a massive opportunity for head coach Matt Rhule’s program to prove it is ready to compete with the top of the Big Ten. The atmosphere in Lincoln is notoriously difficult for visiting teams, and the Huskers will look to harness that energy. On the injury front, Nebraska has been dealing with some issues, most notably the season-ending knee injury to offensive lineman Gibson Pyle. The team’s ability to control the line of scrimmage against a physical Michigan front will be critical to its success.

Prediction

This game has all the makings of a classic, hard-nosed Big Ten battle. The betting line reflects this, with Michigan favored by less than a field goal on the road. The low over/under total of 46.5 suggests that oddsmakers anticipate a defensive struggle where points will be at a premium.

While Michigan has the prestige and the ranking, going into Lincoln and winning is never an easy task. Nebraska is riding a wave of momentum from its undefeated start, and the home crowd will be a significant factor. Expect a low-scoring, physical game where both teams try to establish the run and control the clock. In what is essentially a toss-up, the home-field advantage and Nebraska’s desperation for a signature win could be the deciding factors. The Cornhuskers should be able to keep this game within a field goal, if not win it outright.

Prediction: Nebraska 23, Michigan 20The Pick: Nebraska +2.5Over/Under: Under 46.5

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