USC vs. Michigan Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The USC Trojans will duel with the Michigan Wolverines in the Big House on Saturday afternoon. Can Alex Orji and the Wolverines pull the upset at home despite offensive struggles? Matt McCuen provides his prediction and pick for USC vs. Michigan.
Matt McCuen - September 21, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT
5 minUSC vs. Michigan Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The USC Trojans and the Michigan Wolverines will battle it out on Saturday afternoon. These are two of the most storied programs in college football.
While both programs have been college football royalty, today will be the tenth matchup of all time against these two programs.
These programs first clashed on November 1st, 1948, when the Wolverines won 49-0. The last time USC and Michigan played was January 1st, 2007 when USC won 32-18 in the Rose Bowl.
Trojans quarterback John David-Booty threw for 391 yards and four touchdowns. Today will be game one as a part of the Big Ten for USC. The Trojans will have a tall task on the road against the defending champions.
Lincoln Riley's team picked up a crucial win in Week 1 against LSU. USC begins this contest ranked 11th in the nation. A win today would land the Trojans in the top 10.
USC vs. Michigan Start Time, Where To Watch, Odds
- Date: Saturday, September 20, 2024
- Game Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
USC vs. Michigan Odds
- Spread: USC -5 (-110), Michigan +5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 44.5 (-110), U 44.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: USC (-180), Michigan (+150)
USC vs. Michigan Prediction
Junior Miller Moss is off to a strong start this year, throwing for 607 yards and two touchdowns.
Mississippi State transfer Woody Marks leads the Trojans run game. Marks has scampered for 171 yards and three touchdowns.
Tight end Lake McRee has been the top target, hauling in nine receptions worth 137 yards.
The big surprise early in the year is how good the USC defense has been. USC ranks 14th in the nation on defense, allowing just 10.0 points per game.
Michigan starts this contest with a 2-1 record. After winning the National Championship a season ago, there were a lot of question marks surrounding this program entering the season.
The Wolverines lost a ton of talent on both sides of the ball to the NFL. Additionally, former head coach Jim Harbaugh left the program to take the Los Angeles Chargers head coaching job.
Michigan was embarrassed at home in Week 2 when they lost 31-12 against Texas. Last weekend, the Wolverines picked up a 28-18 win over Arkansas State.
The Wolverines start this game ranked 18th in the nation. Junior Alex Orji was announced as the team's starting quarterback. Today will be the first start of the season for the dual-threat quarterback.
Senior Kalel Mullings has rushed for a team-high 270 yards and two touchdowns.
Tight end Colston Loveland has been the top target in the passing game. The Idaho native leads the team with 187 yards and one touchdown.
The Wolverines defense ranks 47th in college football, allowing 19.7 points per game.
USC vs. Michigan Pick Against the Spread
We will ride with the dog today.
Today's game will be the first real road test for Miller Moss in his career.
The Big House is a tough place to win, especially after being embarrassed a couple of weeks ago against Texas.
Michigan will control the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball and dominate time of possession in this game.
Pick: Michigan +6 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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