- Matchup: UTEP Miners vs. Michigan Wolverines
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Venue: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI
- Broadcast: BTN
- Betting Odds: Wolverines favored by 35.5 points
- Total Points: 48.5
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This Saturday, September 19, 2026, Michigan Stadium will host the clash between the Michigan Wolverines (2-0) and the UTEP Miners (1-1), where the Miners are looking to overcome a hefty 35.5-point deficit. The total points for the game is set at 48.5.
The UTEP Miners enter this encounter with a 1-1 record for the season. In their most recent outing, they triumphed over the Texas Southern Tigers, winning decisively with a score of 51-10. The Miners executed 54 plays, achieving a total of 491 yards. They emphasized the ground game, rushing the ball 33 times for 252 yards, averaging an impressive 7.6 yards per carry. On defense, UTEP allowed 112 yards on 40 carries, averaging 2.8 yards per rush. In the passing game, they conceded 13 completions out of 22 attempts for 99 yards, giving them a completion rate against of 59.1%.
When it comes to scoring, the UTEP Miners are averaging 25.5 points per game. They hold a ground game average of 182.0 yards, ranking 59th nationally. For the season, UTEP has amassed 689 total yards, with 4 touchdown passes and 3 rushing touchdowns. They’ve achieved 31 offensive first downs and committed 8 penalties for a loss of 81 yards, while turning the ball over 3 times.
Defensively, UTEP ranks 118th in college football, allowing 30.5 points per game. They’ve given up 3.6 yards per carry, averaging 141.0 rushing yards allowed per game, which totals to 282 rushing yards surrendered through 2 games. In terms of pass defense, they have permitted 330 yards, placing them 41st in Division 1. The Miners are conceding an average of 165.0 passing yards per game, with a completion percentage against of 61.0%. Overall, they are allowing 306.0 yards per game, ranking 60th nationally. They have given up 3 touchdowns through the air and another 3 on the ground.
The Michigan Wolverines head into this game with a 2-0 record. Their latest win was a narrow 17-10 victory over the Oklahoma Sooners. In that matchup, the Wolverines accumulated 263 total yards on 58 plays, averaging 4.5 yards per play. Michigan averaged 3.7 yards per rush, totaling 152 yards on 41 attempts. Defensively, they faced 29 rushing attempts, allowing 100 yards (3.4 yards per carry). The Wolverines’ secondary allowed a completion percentage of 51.5%, giving up 189 yards on 17 completions out of 33 attempts.
The Michigan Wolverines are averaging 269.5 yards per game, ranking 131st in the nation. Their offense has accrued 170 penalty yards due to 20 infractions, placing them 10th for penalties allowed. They average 129.0 rushing yards per game for a total of 258 rushing yards thus far. The Wolverines have thrown 1 interception and have had 2 fumbles recovered by opponents, while managing to secure 26 first downs. Notably, they’re ranked 133rd in the nation for scoring, with an average of 15.0 points per game. On the season, they’ve amassed 281 passing yards, averaging 140.5 yards per game through the air, which ranks 127th nationally.
Defensively, Michigan has allowed a total of 232 rushing yards, averaging 116.0 yards allowed per game, with no rushing touchdowns given up this season. They have conceded only 1 touchdown through the air, allowing 139.0 yards per game, ranking them 22nd in college football. The Wolverines have recorded 1 interception and 1 fumble this season. The defense has been on the field for 129 plays, positioning them 66th in Division 1. Overall, Michigan is allowing just 11.0 points per game, sitting 19th in D-1.
Who do you think will take the victory in the Miners vs. Wolverines showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Wolverines -35.5
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