We are just days away from the start of the 2026 Michigan football season. The Wolverines will host a Western Michigan squad that won 10 games last season.
The Broncos are viewed by some as a dark-horse candidate to reach the College Football Playoff. Winning in the Big House would certainly garner some attention. Western Michigan has Broc Lowry, the 2025 MAC Offensive Player of the Year, and one of the most dynamic rushing attacks in college football, especially outside the Power 4.
This isn't the normal Week 1 cupcake. Michigan could be tested by the Broncos, a team with plenty of experience coming back from last season, especially on the offensive line. We broke down why this could be a dangerous matchup for Kyle Whittingham's squad.
Looking ahead to Michigan vs Western Michigan in Week 1 of the 2026 college football season, here is the complete guide.
How to watch Michigan vs. Western Michigan
- Date: Saturday, September 5
- Time: 7:30 PM EST
- Venue: Big House
- How to watch (TV): NBC
- Streaming: FuboTV/Peacock
- No. 16 Michigan record: 0-0
Michigan vs. Western Michigan Odds
The Wolverines are a 27.5-point favorite against Western Michigan. The over/under is 48.5, and the moneyline is +1600 for Western Michigan and -4500 for Michigan.
Michigan vs. Western Michigan injury report
The most notable injury for the Wolverines is going to be Andrew Babalola. Ace Hamilton is out for the season. Yet, the former five-star offensive tackle, who is the highest-ranked O-line propspect in program history, won't make his debut on Saturday, although Whittingham said it wasn't a long-term thing.
Announcers for Michigan vs Western Michigan
The announcers for Michigan against Western Michgian will be the NBC Sports crew of Noah Eagle (play-by-play), Todd Blackledge (analyst), and Kathryn Tappen as the sideline reporter.
Michigan vs. Western Michigan weather forecast
The weather forecast is for 77 degrees around kickoff time for the Wolverines and Western Michigan. There is a 15 percent chance of precipitation. Winds are expected to be 6 MPH.
Michigan vs. Western Michigan series history
The Wolverines are 8-0 all-time against Western Michigan. The last meeting came back in 2021. Michigan footbal won that game 47-14.
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