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2023 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 6
(5-0) Michigan Wolverines vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers (3-2)
Date: Saturday, October 7th
Time: 7:30 ET
Venue: Huntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minnesota
NCAA Week 6 ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Michigan -20.5 | Minnesota +20.5
Week 6 CFB Moneyline Odds: Michigan -2157 | Minnesota +898
College Football Betting Total: O/U 47.5
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Get ready for the showdown of the week as the #2 Michigan Wolverines (5-0) take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers (3-2) in a highly anticipated clash this Saturday, October 7, 2023, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The coveted Little Brown Jug is up for grabs, making this matchup even more thrilling.
For those looking to catch the action, mark your calendars for 7:30 PM ET, and tune in to NBC or stream it on Fubo. This battle unfolds at Huntington Bank Stadium.
Now, let’s talk numbers. Both teams have had some interesting ATS records in 2023, with Michigan going 1-3-1 and Minnesota surprising us at 1-4 ATS.
In terms of betting odds, Michigan is currently favored at -20.5, while Minnesota stands at +20.5. The moneyline odds favor Michigan at -2157 and Minnesota at +898, with the over/under set at 47.5.
And here’s some historical context for you: Michigan holds a dominant 76-25-3 record over Minnesota all time, and they’ve secured the victory in the last three face-offs.
Notably, the Wolverines held onto the Little Brown Jug for an impressive 16-game stretch from 1987 to 04.
These teams did not face off last season, but looking back on their last three head-to-head games, Minnesota has gone 3-0. The team’s split these games vs. the spread, each going 1-2.
In terms of scoring, Michigan and Minnesota averaged 62 points and finished with an over/under record of 2-1.
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Michigan Wolverines
The Wolverines are looking to ride the momentum of their convincing 45-7 win over Nebraska.
Against the spread, Michigan have been the underdog in all of their games and are undefeated against the spread at 5-0. Their current scoring differential is +28.4.
The average point total in Michigan’s five games is currently 40.4 points per game.
This has led to an over/under record of 1-4 for the Wolverines.
Michigan Wolverines Stats
On the offensive side, Michigan has averaged 34.4 points per game this season.
This figure has them 24th in the NCAA. Their passing game, averaging 227.4 passing yards, is ranked 65th nationally. In terms of rushing, they’re 32nd in rushing yards with an average of 186 rushing attempts per contest this season.
Defensively, the Wolverines enter the game with 12 sacks and ranked 1st in QB hurries. They’ve allowed 6 points per game thus far this season (8th). In terms of pass defense, they’re 22nd in the NCAA, giving up 160.6 passing yards per game.
Against the run, Michigan has allowed 85.2 rushing yards per contest thus far.
The Wolverines’ passing game featured 23 pass attempts for 187 yards and three scores vs. Nebraska. In the rushing department, they averaged 4.9 yards per carry and notched three rushing touchdowns.
Minnesota Golden Gophers
Heading into their matchup with Michigan, the Golden Gophers are looking to build on their most recent 35-24 win over Louisiana.
When looking at Minnesota’s performance vs. the spread, they have covered in every game so far.
Through five games, they have been the underdog three times and the favorite one time.
This season, Minnesota holds an over/under record of 1-3. On average, their games have produced a combined total of 45.6 points, with the typical over/under line set at 46.2 points.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Stats
The Golden Gophers come into their matchup vs. Michigan 17th in college football at 205 rushing attempts per game.
This has translated to an average of 193.2 rushing yards per game, placing them 27th nationally. Additionally, they’ve been airing it out 24.4 times each game, accumulating an average of 149 passing yards. In terms of scoring, they stand 60th, with 24 points per game.
The Golden Gophers’ finished with 14 pass attempts vs. Louisiana, accumulating 146 yards and two scores.
In the rushing game, they averaged 3.9 yards per carry and notched three rushing touchdowns.
This season, the Golden Gophers’ defense has allowed 127.2 rushing yards per game, ranking 140th. Opponents average 234.2 passing yards, and opposing quarterbacks have put together a passer rating of 75.1 against Minnesota.
They hold the 54th position in NCAA points allowed.
Michigan Wolverines vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Wolverines are 1-3-1 in their last five games as a favorite.
- Conversely, the Golden Gophers are 2-3 ATS in their last five games as an underdog.
- Also, the Wolverines are 8-2 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Golden Gophers have gone 4-6 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Wolverines’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 3-0.
- The Golden Gophers’ have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last 3 games at home.
Michigan vs. Minnesota Line Movement
| Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverines | -2000 | -1871 | -20 | -20.5 |
| Golden Gophers | +900 | +898 | +20 | +20.5 |
4* Free Week 6 NCAA Betting Prediction: Minnesota +20.5
The dogs want to eat…or in this case the Gophers! So far, turnovers have been a problem in the passing game for Michigan. Coming in as the home underdogs, I like Minnesota to cover the spread at +20.5. (Michigan isn’t exactly covering this year when you crunch the numbers)
Minnesota are 10-5 ATS in their last 15 games played in October, so that tells me they like this time of year. (If you like that kind of useless stat! LOL)
My favorite play is on the total this week though…
My model has this one at 43 total points.
Play UNDER the total. We’ve seen the UNDER in 4 of the last 5 for Michigan. Also, the total has hit the UNDER in the Gophers 6 of the last 7 at home.
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