No. 18 Michigan takes on the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday, Nov. 22. The 4 p.m. ET kickoff airs on Big Ten Network from SECU Stadium. Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood leads an 8-2 squad facing a struggling 4-6 Terrapins team. Oddsmakers favor Michigan by 13.5 points in this Big Ten matchup.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Kickoff: 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, Nov. 22 from College Park, Maryland
- TV Channel: Big Ten Network with streaming on Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV
- Records: Michigan 8-2, 6-1 Big Ten vs Maryland 4-6, 1-6 Big Ten
- All-Time Series: Michigan leads 11-1 against the Terrapins
- Point Spread: Michigan -13.5 with Over/Under 45.5
What Happened Here?
Michigan is making one final road trip this season. The Wolverines sit at 8-2 overall with a 6-1 Big Ten record. That means they’re still very much in contention for the conference championship picture. Meanwhile, Maryland is struggling badly at 4-6, 1-6 in Big Ten play. The Terrapins started 4-0 earlier in the season but have dropped six straight games since then.
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Bryce Underwood continues to impress for the Wolverines. The freshman quarterback has thrown for 1,951 yards with 7 touchdowns and 5 interceptions this season. Michigan will look to establish offensive rhythm against a Maryland defense that’s been vulnerable lately.
Maryland is celebrating Senior Day. But turmoil surrounds the program right now. The Terrapins need an upset to salvage any positive momentum heading into the season’s final weeks.
Why This Matters
This game could decide conference positioning. Michigan is fighting to stay relevant in a crowded Big Ten race. Every win counts when bowl eligibility and tournament seeding are on the line. A victory keeps the Wolverines in the mix for bigger prizes ahead.
For Maryland, this is a chance to prove last week wasn’t a fluke. The team has appeared dire at times. Still, Senior Day games can bring out emotional energy from squads. You never know what happens when players have something to prove.
Game Details & Odds Breakdown
Michigan enters as a heavy favorite with 13.5-point spread advantage. That’s how much confidence bookmakers have in the Wolverines. The over/under sits at 45.5 total points. Experts predict a fairly low-scoring affair despite Michigan‘s offensive capabilities. Here’s what the numbers show:
| Team | Record | Conference | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 8-2 | 6-1 Big Ten | Strong form |
| Maryland | 4-6 | 1-6 Big Ten | Struggling |
The historical record heavily favors Michigan. In their all-time series, Michigan leads 11-1. The Wolverines have completely dominated this matchup. Maryland isn’t expecting to pull off the miracle upset, but Senior Day games can be unpredictable.
How to Watch on Big Ten Network
Here’s the easiest way to catch all the action live this Saturday. The game airs on Big Ten Network at 4 p.m. ET. You have several streaming options available. Fubo offers a free trial to new subscribers. Just sign up and you’re in. DirecTV Stream and Sling TV also carry Big Ten Network with free trial options.
If you have cable, tune to BTN directly. Fox Sports app streams the game too with proper authentication. Radio listeners can tune to SiriusXM channels for full play-by-play coverage.
Not ready to commit to full subscriptions? Use those free trials strategically. Fubo offers 7 days free access. Sling TV provides similar trial periods. Just remember to cancel if you don’t want ongoing charges after the trial window closes.
Can Maryland Keep It Competitive?
The point spread suggests Michigan should dominate handily. But college football on any Saturday can surprise. Maryland started 4-0 earlier this season. That proves they possess some talent. The question is whether emotion and Senior Day energy can spark a comeback season.
Still, Michigan enters with championship-caliber intensity. Bryce Underwood‘s arm talent is evident week after week. The Wolverines should cover the spread comfortably. Most analysts expect a Michigan victory by 15+ points. Unless Maryland catches lightning in a bottle this Saturday, expect Big Ten power to show up in full force.
Sources
- USA Today – Michigan vs Maryland schedule and streaming info
- ESPN – Live coverage and game statistics
- Fox Sports – Prediction analysis and odds breakdown
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