Bob Balfe
Michigan -4.5 over Washington
The Vegas oddsmakers made an excellent betting line for this game. It should be around 8 points. I don’t want to disrespect Washington because they are an outstanding team with an electric quarterback. Three things that led me to Michigan were the defensive disparity. Michigan is ranked #1 in the nation. Washington is ranked #94. Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh is more experienced than Huskies coach Kalen DeBoer. The third point is underdogs getting the majority of the public backing lose more than they win. Washington is getting 60% of the action. Both teams have outstanding offenses, but the defense will win this game. There is no doubt Washington will get their points, but 3rd down defense means a lot. Washington is 78th in the nation. Typically, teams this bad don’t win the championship. The PAC 12 was outstanding this season, and little separates both teams. It’s going to be a competitive football game. I like the Wolverine’s offensive line more; on defense, I like their front seven and secondary a bit more. Take Michigan.
Michigan -4.5 over Washington
The Vegas oddsmakers made an excellent betting line for this game. It should be around 8 points. I don’t want to disrespect Washington because they are an outstanding team with an electric quarterback. Three things that led me to Michigan were the defensive disparity. Michigan is ranked #1 in the nation. Washington is ranked #94. Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh is more experienced than Huskies coach Kalen DeBoer. The third point is underdogs getting the majority of the public backing lose more than they win. Washington is getting 60% of the action. Both teams have outstanding offenses, but the defense will win this game. There is no doubt Washington will get their points, but 3rd down defense means a lot. Washington is 78th in the nation. Typically, teams this bad don’t win the championship. The PAC 12 was outstanding this season, and little separates both teams. It’s going to be a competitive football game. I like the Wolverine’s offensive line more; on defense, I like their front seven and secondary a bit more. Take Michigan.
Bulls -6 (-120)
Michigan -4.5 (-120)
WAS Penix Jr 1+ TD pass
