Michigan vs. Western Michigan prediction, odds, spread, line, over/under & betting info for NCAA Week 1

Jim Harbaugh and the Michigan Wolverines are looking to start the 2021 season off strong when they face Western Michigan.

As the Michigan Wolverines gear up for the 2021 season, Jim Harbaugh is on the hot seat. After only managing to win a couple of games last season, Michigan enters the 2021 season looking to take a step forward.

If Harbaugh is going to continue coaching in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines will need to get some wins this season. The only problem with that? Well, according to ESPN’s Bill Connelly, the Wolverines have one of the toughest schedules in the country.

Assuming something bizarre doesn’t happen, Western Michigan shouldn’t be too much of an issue for Harbaugh and the Wolverines. Despite the fact that the Broncos had twice as many wins as the Wolverines, Michigan has a far more talented roster and should be able to start this year off with a decent win.

But we’ll see if something bizarre happens.

Michigan vs. Western Michigan odds for Week 1

According to the folks over at WynnBET, Michigan is a solid favorite over Western Michigan. At the moment, the Wolverines are favored by 17 points over the Broncos. The over/under is currently at 67 points. For more information on the odds for the game between Michigan and Western Michigan, click here.

Michigan injury report vs. Western Michigan for Week 1

While they’re mostly healthy, the Wolverines do have a couple of injuries. Junior tight end Hunter Neff, freshmen wide receiver Jake Thaw, and senior running back Lucas Andrighetto are all out for the season.

Michigan vs. Western Michigan prediction for Week 1

Harbaugh and company should be able to get the season started with a win, but given who the Wolverines play next week, they probably shouldn’t open the playbook up too much in this game. It’s also important for Michigan to get its starters as much rest as possible.

Prediction: Michigan 38, Western Michigan 17

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Michigan next game & schedule

Things get interesting for the Wolverines next week. While this game against Western Michigan should be one that the Wolverines easily win, Michigan’s next opponent is the Washington Huskies. Michigan and Washington will play in Ann Arbor on September 11. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET and will be on ABC.

What channel is the Michigan game on in Week 1?

Kickoff between the Wolverines and Western Michigan is set for noon ET. This game will be broadcast on ESPN.

Michigan vs. Western Michigan live stream

If you’re not able to catch the game on a TV, it will be available online. Check out FuboTV to watch the game between the Wolverines and Broncos.

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