Michigan vs Minnesota Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Oct 2026
Michigan vs Minnesota Predictions
You can get -108 that there are Over 43.5 points and there’s plenty of juice in those odds. Minnesota and Michigan should be able to keep the score ticking for our prediction to win.
We highlight the top Michigan vs Minnesota picks with our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Each segment further down the page provides the full reasoning behind the wagers.
Michigan vs Minnesota Preview
Michigan faces Minnesota in this Week 5 matchup for the Little Brown Jug at Huntington Bank Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 12:00 on Saturday, October 3.
The Little Brown Jug gives this Big Ten matchup a significance that goes well beyond the rankings. Michigan and Minnesota renew one of college football’s oldest trophy rivalries, and the Wolverines arrive in Minneapolis needing to navigate a road environment where the history and familiarity between these programs should ensure plenty of attention.
The Michigan Wolverines are 3-1 this season after suffering their first defeat in a dramatic 20-19 home loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes. Quarterback Bryce Underwood threw for a career-high 276 yards and two touchdowns, while JJ Buchanan caught five passes for a career-high 130 yards and both scores. Michigan finished with 429 total yards.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers are also 3-1 after making it back-to-back wins with a 27-24 road victory over the Washington Huskies. Quarterback Drake Lindsey completed 21 of 29 passes for 204 yards and three touchdowns, while Minnesota’s defense recorded seven sacks and two interceptions. TJ Thomas led the ground game with 78 rushing yards.
H2H: Michigan Won 27-24 When Teams Last Met
Michigan won the last meeting against Minnesota, earning a 27-24 victory at Michigan Stadium to retain the Little Brown Jug. The Wolverines have won each of the past five matchups between the teams.
Quarterbacks
Bryce Underwood
Drake Lindsey
Best Bet
The total line looks to be on the low side at 43.5. There’s a strong chance that these college football rivals will conspire to go above the line and we’re backing Over at -108.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
The CFB handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of injuries and team form that could impact the outcome. We also leave no stone unturned when analyzing the latest stats to support every prediction.
Over 43.5 Probability
The best sportsbooks make it a 51.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
We’ve got a same game parlay with three options: Over 43.5 points, Minnesota +5.5 and the Second Half to be highest-scoring.
The same game parlay option allows you to combine different outcomes within the same game. You need all your predictions to be correct although bettors love to place a tailored football bet on the event which interests them most.
Correct Score Prediction
23
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27
Minnesota
For a fun bet, consider backing the Gophers to claim a 27-23 win. Although it’s a speculative wager, we are expecting things to be close between the two teams.
Michigan vs Minnesota Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Michigan are regarded as having a 68% chance of winning this college game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -213. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Minnesota are trading at +176.
The current spread is 6.5 and total points is 41.5. Football bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on the Totals. If you’re going for Over 41.5, then the odds are -112.
You can find a nice selection of game lines and team props for every college football game, with the top betting apps creating many different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.
Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
Minnesota Have Taken Nine Wins From Last Ten Home Outings
Minnesota owns a 9-1 mark in their past 10 home games, scoring 32.40 points per contest and conceding 14.30.
Michigan has five wins and five losses in the last 10 road games, putting up 21.80 points per matchup and giving up 23.60.
The most recent Huntington Bank Stadium meeting saw Michigan claim a 52-10 win over Minnesota.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O43.5 | U43.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Minnesota Home Stats |
9-1 | 46.70 | 32.40 | 14.30 | 6 | 4 | |
 Michigan Away Stats |
5-5 | 45.40 | 21.80 | 23.60 | 6 | 4 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O43.5 = Games Over 43.5 Points
- U43.5 = Games Under 43.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Michigan Wolverines Stats
Minnesota Golden Gophers Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
- +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- +5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 46.30 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 45.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 43.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 43.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 25.80 pts and allowed 20.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 21.80 pts and allowed 23.60 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 49.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 47.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 43.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 43.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 25.10 pts and allowed 24.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 32.10 pts and allowed 15.00 pts in the last 10 home games
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Indiana
|
5 | 0 | 221 | 54 | 167 | 4-0 | 1-0 | 5W |
Ohio State
|
4 | 1 | 211 | 63 | 148 | 3-0 | 1-1 | 3W |
UCLA
|
4 | 0 | 179 | 75 | 104 | 2-0 | 2-0 | 4W |
Nebraska
|
5 | 0 | 218 | 71 | 147 | 4-0 | 1-0 | 5W |
Wisconsin
|
4 | 1 | 158 | 83 | 75 | 3-0 | 1-1 | 4W |
|
Minnesota
|
4 | 1 | 160 | 90 | 70 | 3-1 | 1-0 | 3W |
Oregon
|
3 | 1 | 190 | 93 | 97 | 2-0 | 1-1 | 2W |
USC
|
5 | 1 | 224 | 153 | 71 | 4-1 | 1-0 | 1W |
Iowa
|
4 | 1 | 145 | 63 | 82 | 3-1 | 1-0 | 1L |
Northwestern
|
3 | 1 | 132 | 67 | 65 | 3-0 | 0-1 | 1W |
Purdue
|
2 | 3 | 152 | 175 | -23 | 1-2 | 1-1 | 1W |
|
Michigan
|
3 | 2 | 115 | 79 | 36 | 3-1 | 0-1 | 2L |
Penn State
|
3 | 2 | 160 | 80 | 80 | 2-1 | 1-1 | 2L |
Washington
|
3 | 2 | 133 | 92 | 41 | 3-1 | 0-1 | 2L |
Illinois
|
2 | 3 | 153 | 130 | 23 | 2-2 | 0-1 | 2L |
Maryland
|
2 | 3 | 152 | 151 | 1 | 1-2 | 1-1 | 3L |
Michigan State
|
2 | 3 | 91 | 116 | -25 | 2-1 | 0-2 | 3L |
Rutgers
|
1 | 4 | 150 | 161 | -11 | 1-3 | 0-1 | 1L |
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