3 reasons Michigan football will beat Nebraska as a road favorite

Three reasons why Michigan will win on the road Saturday.
Sep 13, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Michigan Wolverines running back Justice Haynes (22) rushes in the first half against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Sep 13, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Justice Haynes (22) rushes in the first half against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Bryce Underwood

If Michigan wins this game, you can bet that Bryce Underwood will play a big role. Nebraska has struggled this season, and historically with running quarterbacks. They aren't alone. It's a defensive coordinators nightmare.

Nebraska has only five sacks through three games. Their pass rush hasn't been dynamic. It feels like they will need to dial up some pressure in this game.

John Butler, the Nebraska DC, might be able to confuse Underwood. We'll see. Central Michigan confused him on the interception last week. He saw Cover 2 when it was Cover 3.

Underwood is better for that experience and the Oklahoma game. He will run more. He will throw the ball better and if he runs anything close to the way he did last week, Michigan will leave Lincoln Memorial Stadium with a win for the third straight time.