After a lackluster performance on the road against USC, Michigan football will return to the Big House this week for what amounts to a must-win game versus Washington.
Every game is a must-win at this point. At least if the Wolverines want to make the College Football Playoff. Yet, the Huskies are no joke. They should be ranked. Their only loss came against Ohio State, and they aren't getting talked about enough.
Michigan is also unranked. But with a win over 5-1 Washington Saturday, they would likely play their way back into the Top 25, and on the outside of playoff contention.
Looking ahead to Saturday, here's everything you need to know about Michigan vs. Washington.
How to watch Michigan vs. Washington
- Date: Saturday, October 17
- Time: 12:00 PM EST
- Venue: The Big House
- How to watch (TV): Fox
- Streaming: FuboTV
- Michigan record: 4-2
Michigan vs. Washington odds
The Wolverines opened as a 5.5-point favorite. It has moved in Michigan's direction. Michigan football is now a six-point favorite. The over/under is 50.5. The moneyline for U-M is -225 and +185 for Washington.
Michigan vs. Washington injury report
The injury of note for Michigan football is to running back Justice Haynes. Sherrone Moore said he could have gone back in against USC, but he didn't. Moore said he "feels good" about Haynes playing but also called him "questionable."
Announcers for Michigan vs. Washington
Michigan vs. Washington will have the Big Noon Kickoff crew with Gus Johnson, Joel Klatt and Jenny Taft.
Michigan vs. Washington weather forecast
The forecast for Saturday calls for partly cloudy day with a high of 76 degrees. There is a 30-percent chance of precipitation and 11 MPH winds, accordng to Weather.com.
Michigan vs. Washington series history
Michigan football owns a 9-6 edge all-time against Washington. The Huskies defeated Michgan last year in Seattle 27-17. Of course, Michigan fans will never forget the 2023 National Championship Game, which was a 34-13 win for the Wolverines.