- Matchup: Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Venue: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI
- Broadcast: FOX
- Odds: Wolverines favored by 5.5 points
- Total Points: Over/Under set at 50
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This exciting clash features the Michigan Wolverines (4-2) squaring off against the Washington Huskies (5-1) on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Michigan Stadium. The Huskies are entering this contest as underdogs, positioned at +5.5 according to sportsbooks. The total points for the game is established at 50.
Washington boasts a solid 5-1 record this season. In their previous matchup, they faced off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, securing a 38-19 victory. The Huskies executed 59 plays and amassed an impressive 579 yards of offense. They rushed the ball 32 times, accumulating 177 yards with an average of 5.5 yards per run. On the defensive side, the Huskies allowed 107 rushing yards on 27 attempts, averaging 4.0 yards per carry surrendered. In the passing game, Washington permitted 31 completions out of 50 attempts, totaling 386 yards and achieving a 62.0% completion rate.
This season, the Washington Huskies have accumulated 2,811 total yards. They have successfully connected on 10 passing touchdowns and scored 19 rushing touchdowns, while turning the ball over 3 times. Offensively, Washington has generated 152 first downs and incurred 38 penalties totaling 345 yards. They rank 37th in Division 1 with 188.8 rushing yards per game, and their scoring average sits at an impressive 39.2 points per game.
Defensively, the Huskies rank 37th in Division 1 as they allow 19.7 points per game. Currently, they give up just 3.1 yards per rushing attempt and average 82.8 rushing yards allowed per game. Over the course of the season, they’ve conceded a total of 497 rushing yards in 6 games. In terms of passing yards, Washington has surrendered 1,414 yards, placing them 86th in D-1, allowing 235.7 yards per game with a completion rate of 62.1%. Overall, they permit 318.5 yards per game, ranking 36th in the division, conceding 9 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns.
The Wolverines come into this matchup with a record of 4-2. In their latest game, they faced a setback against the USC Trojans, losing 31-13. Michigan’s defense struggled, allowing 36 rushing attempts for a total of 224 yards (averaging 6.2 yards per carry). The Wolverines’ passing defense saw a completion rate of 78.1%, conceding 265 yards on 25 of 32 attempts. They mustered 316 yards of offense over 57 plays, averaging 5.5 yards per play. Michigan’s rushing attack managed 109 yards on 31 attempts, averaging 3.5 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Wolverines are ranked 60th nationwide, averaging 29.5 points per game. Michigan’s offense generates an average of 418.0 yards per game, which ranks them 50th in Division 1. They’ve accumulated 228 penalty yards due to 24 infractions, putting them 128th in D-1 for penalties. They have thrown 3 interceptions and lost 2 fumbles while recording 119 first downs. So far this season, the Wolverines have posted 1,210 passing yards, averaging 201.7 passing yards per game, ranking 95th in Division 1. They average 216.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,298 rushing yards this year.
Defensively, Michigan has allowed 609 rushing yards (101.5 yards per game) and given up 5 rushing touchdowns this season. They’ve conceded 8 touchdowns through the air and allow 216.2 passing yards per game, placing them 62nd in college football. This year, they’ve surrendered 112 points, forced 3 fumbles, and intercepted 8 passes. The Wolverines’ defense has participated in 400 plays, ranking them 72nd in college football. Currently, they allow 18.7 points per game, positioning them 31st nationwide.
Who will emerge victorious in the college football showdown between the Huskies and Wolverines against the spread?
Tip from our Expert: Back the Wolverines -5.5
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