Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan Wolverines prediction

Mel’s pick

Michigan Wolverines win 71% of the time in Mel’s Playbook’s default simulation of this game.

• Penn State Nittany Lions: 29%
• Michigan Wolverines: 71%

Records: Penn State Nittany Lions 3-3, Michigan Wolverines 3-2. Based on this season’s stats, injuries, rest, travel and the betting market. Updated Oct 17, 9:12 AM ET.

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