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Wolverines Face Uphill Battle vs. Penn State
12 Oct
Summary
- Michigan's FPI ranking dropped to 34th with a score of 10.9.
- Penn State is ranked No. 26 with a higher FPI score of 12.5.
- Projections indicate Michigan is likely to finish with just over six wins.

Michigan Football is set to face Penn State this Saturday after a bye week, aiming to regroup and improve their season outlook. Currently, the Wolverines stand at 34th in the ESPN FPI rankings with a score of 10.9.
In contrast, Penn State is positioned at No. 26, boasting a higher FPI score of 12.5. Projections suggest Michigan is on track for slightly over six wins, with a minimal chance of impacting the Big Ten or College Football Playoff races.
Significant challenges lie ahead against highly ranked teams like No. 3 Ohio State, No. 7 Indiana, and No. 9 Oregon. However, a win against Penn State could potentially spark a turnaround for the Wolverines' campaign.