5 predictions for Michigan football against No. 1 Oregon

Michigan football has a shot to upset No. 1 Oregon on Saturday and here are five predictions for the Wolverines.

Michigan quarterback Davis Warren (16) makes a pass against Michigan State during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. / Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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The Wolverines intercept Dillon Gabriel

Gabriel is a prolific passer. The Oregon offense wants to go fast and he orchestrates it. He'll probably have big a day against the Michigan defense. If Will Johnson isn't available, the Michigan secondary will have a tough time covering all the Ducks wideouts.

The best chance Michigan football has is the defensive line. The good news is that Michigan's defensive line has at least three first-round picks. Derrick Moore and Rayshaun Benny are going to be NFL players too, maybe as early as next season.

The defensive line could have five draft picks. They'll get some pressure and that will force Gabriel into a mistake, maybe in the first half to get some momentum for the Wolverines. Gabriel has five interceptions in eight games, but I think on a tipped pass or just due to pressure, U-M will get one.

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