Michigan vs Minnesota Odds: Quick Facts 👇
Based on the latest updates from top sportsbooks, here's an overview of the Michigan vs Minnesota odds.
| ⭐ Favorite | Michigan |
| ⚖️ Michigan Win | 80.9% |
| 🔢 Point Spread | MICH -10.5 |
| 📊 Moneyline | MICH -425 |
| 📈 Game Total | O/U 34.5 |
| ✅ Last Verified | December 2024 |
Below, I analyze these odds and give you my picks & predictions ahead of this classic college football matchup.
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Michigan vs Minnesota Trends Entering the Game
| No. 11 Michigan (3-1) | Minnesota (2-2) |
|---|---|
| 31-10 W vs. Fresno State | 19-17 L vs. North Carolina |
| 31-12 L vs. No. 1 Texas | 48-0 W vs. Rhode Island |
| 28-18 W vs. Arkansas State | 27-0 W vs. Nevada |
| 27-24 W vs. No. 13 USC | 31-14 L vs. Iowa |
| vs. Minnesota | at Michigan |
Who Is Favored to Win?
Michigan is a 10.5-point favorite over Minnesota, according to the latest odds from top betting apps.
What Is the Spread?
The spread for the Wolverines vs Golden Gophers is MICH -10.5. For Michigan to cover, it would need to win by 11 or more points. For Minnesota to cover, they would need to win outright or lose by 10 points or less.
Shopping the Odds:
- If you want to bet on Michigan, the best price you can get on -10.5 is -110 at BetMGM Sportsbook.
- If you want to bet on Minnesota, the best price you can get on +10.5 is -105 at FanDuel Sportsbook.
What Is the Moneyline?
The moneyline for Michigan football vs Minnesota is MICH -425 at DraftKings. Moneyline bets are simpler to understand since the only stipulation is your team winning the game outright.
Shopping the Odds:
- If you want to bet on Michigan moneyline, the best odds you can get are -400 at ESPN BET.
- If you want to bet on Minnesota, the best odds you can get are +340 at FanDuel & BetMGM.
What Is the Over/Under?
The total (or over/under) for Michigan vs Minneosta football is set at O/U 34.5 points. If you bet on the over, there needs to be 36 points or more combined between both teams to cash your ticket.
Shopping the Odds:
- If you want to bet on the over, the best price you can get is -108 at DraftKings Sportsbook.
- If you want to bet on the under, the best price you can get is -108 at BetRivers Sportsbook.
Michigan Wolverines Chances To Win vs Minnesota Golden Gophers
Michigan and Minnesota have played each other amongst the most any team in the FBS with 105 games between the two rivals, with Michigan dominating the series over the past century. The Wolverines will enter the game with a new head coach, new quarterback, but a similar stout defense. Meanwhile, Minnesota will head to Ann Arbor with a few significant position improvements under head coach PJ Fleck.
Michigan will be the favorite in this game, but as history has told us, don't simply count out the Golden Gophers.
How The Michigan Wolverines Win vs Minnesota Golden Gophers
Michigan is the more talented of the two on paper. As defending national champions, Michigan comes to the game with a trove of talent (despite a new head coach and a few key departures to the NFL) that should be able to out-muscle and outlast the Golden Gophers.
📈 Strengths: Toughness on the line of scrimmage
📉 Weaknesses: Still early in the season with a new coaching staff and key contributors, which could still be working out kinks.
How The Minnesota Golden Gophers Win vs Michigan Wolverines
Over the eight years that head coach PJ Fleck has led the Golden Gophers, you can see the makings of a team that is continuously trying to get better. They will be well-coached and will have a solid rushing attack. They are going to be starting a new quarterback in Max Brosmer, who transferred from New Hampshire, which could mean some growing pains for the Golden Gophers. They are not going to be expected to win, but they are not a team to be slept on.
📈 Strengths: Their rushing attack should be among the better teams in the Big Ten.
📉 Weaknesses: They just don't have as much talent as Michigan, especially at the line of scrimmage.
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History of Michigan Wolverines vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Games
Beginning in 1893, the Michigan Wolverines and Minnesota Golden Gophers have played 105 times, including games that spoiled national championship aspirations, 21-point comebacks in the fourth quarter, and ended up with fired coaches due to a loss to the opposing team. Michigan leads the overall series 77-25-3 in the "Little Brown Jug" battle.
All-Time Best Michigan Wolverines - Minnesota Golden Gophers Games
In any 105-game series, you will see a few incredible and meaningful match-ups between two programs that have made, and broken, seasons and hearts.
Game 1: November 9, 1940
In a rain-drenched match-up between two teams with national title aspirations, the Golden Gophers defeated the Wolverines 7-6 in a game that is still considered one of the best games in college football history between two of the best teams of the decade. The victory helped propel Minnesota to its second consecutive national championship.
Game 2: October 10, 2003
Significance: Known as one of the greatest comebacks in Michigan history.
Result: Michigan overcame a 21-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat Minnesota 38-35 in the Metrodome. The Wolverines scored 31 points in the final 15 minutes, led by quarterback John Navarre. This comeback is considered one of the most memorable games in the history of the rivalry.
Game 3: November 15, 1986
Significance: This upset ended Michigan's hopes for a national title.
Result: Minnesota stunned Michigan with a 20-17 victory at Michigan Stadium. It was the first time Minnesota had won the Little Brown Jug since 1977, and it was a major upset against the 2nd-ranked Wolverines.
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Michigan vs Minnesota Odds FAQs
The latest odds for Michigan vs Minnesota list the Wolverines as 17.5-point favorites. Since sportsbooks haven't released odds yet, these are based off our experts' predictive lines.
The Wolverines -17.5 against the Golden Gophers in Week 5 of the college football season. Odds will change week-over-week as the game looms closer.
You can bet on Michigan football vs Minnesota by using any legal sportsbook in the state, including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and more. As long as you're local to The Mitten, then placing a bet on this game is legal.
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Brandon Justice is a Writer, Commercial Editor, and Fact Checker for BetMichigan.com. He also writes about the Michigan Wolverines & Detroit Lions, two teams he spent seven years covering professionally. Additionally, the Metro Detroit, Michigan native has covered numerous sports betting perspectives, including everything from analysis & daily picks to reviews & guides.
