Following last week’s 31-13 setback at USC, the Michigan Wolverines will have a must-win home matchup with the Washington Huskies on Saturday. Michigan faces a stiff challenge against a team currently ranked just ahead of it in ESPN’s SP+ metrics, with the Huskies boasting one of the nation’s most efficient dual-threat quarterbacks in Demond Williams Jr.
Washington has shown balance and explosiveness this season, leaning on the dynamic play of Williams and running back Jonah Coleman, who has already rushed for 11 touchdowns while contributing heavily as a receiver. The Huskies’ run defense ranks seventh nationally, so Michigan will need its offensive line, Bryce Underwood and running backs to step up to establish the ground game early.
The pass game has improved though, with wide receive