Michigan Football: How to watch, plus key storylines vs Penn State
Michigan football takes on Penn State Saturday and here’s how to watch and stream, as well as the other key info for the Wolverines and Nittany Lions.
We are now less than 24 hours away from Michigan football taking the field against Penn State at the Big House Saturday in an important game for the Wolverines.
It might not mean anything in the Big Ten East standings, but there is plenty at stake the next two weeks for Michigan football. Not only do the Wolverines need to continue to build on the positive momentum from last week for recruiting purposes, but a win is also needed for a bowl game.
As of right now, the Wolverines aren’t guaranteed to play in one. In fact, Bowlseason.com released its projection, which is compiled by the organization that represents all the bowl games and Michigan football wasn’t included.
Minnesota was projected to play in a bowl game as was Maryland, which tells you that the next two games are very important if the Wolverines want to take part in the postseason.
Yes, playing in some low-tier bowl didn’t seem like a worthwhile goal at the beginning of the season, but a bowl game could help U-M finish with a winning record and build positive momentum towards 2021. Also, it’s always better to get a bowl game than not.
So the game Saturday is critical and as far as Michigan football and Penn State, here is all the info:
Key Info
Game 6: Michigan vs Penn State
Where: Michigan Stadium
Time: 12:00 EST
TV: ABC
Stream: Watch ESPN
Radio: mgoblue.com
Odds: Michigan -2.5
Storylines
Neither team expected to be outside the top 25 and outside of the Big Ten East race during this matchup, but both head coaches could use a win, especially Jim Harbaugh.
In terms of what this game means for recruiting, it’s pretty important especially as both teams are competing for recruits often, such as 2021 defensive tackle George Rooks.
The outcome between Michigan and Michigan State certainly played a factor in Rayshuan Benny’s decision and it could here too. Plus, Penn State has recruited well in the Detroit area, so beating the Nittany Lions would be good in more ways than one.
As far as what Michigan has to do in order to beat Penn State, we have you covered with three keys to victory, as well as three opposing players you need to keep an eye on.
One guy to keep an eye on for the Wolverines is Cade McNamara who is expected to get his first career start after leading a come-from-behind win over Rutgers last week.
Related Story. 5 Predictions for Wolverines vs Penn State. light
This game will have a different feel than many recent Michigan-Penn State matchups as both teams are far from ranked or even relevant this season. Yet, for the Wolverines, another win would mean more much-needed momentum.