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Michigan Wolverines Seek Big Ten Title and Playoff Bid After Bye Week
15 Nov
Summary
- Michigan Wolverines return to action after second bye week
- Wolverines have 7-2 record, won 5 of last 6 games
- Northwestern Wildcats are 5-4 under third-year coach David Braun
On November 15, 2025, the No. 18 Michigan Wolverines return to the field after their second bye week of the season. At 7-2, the Wolverines have won 5 of their past 6 games and are looking to capitalize on this momentum as they take on the Northwestern Wildcats at Wrigley Field.
The Wildcats, led by third-year head coach David Braun, currently hold a 5-4 record and have been tough to beat at home, going 4-1 this season. However, they face a daunting task as they try to end an 8-game losing streak against their rivals, the Wolverines, who have dominated the all-time series 60-15-2. Northwestern's last win over Michigan came in 2008.
This matchup at the historic baseball stadium will be Michigan's first game at a baseball venue since 2008. For the Wolverines, the key will be controlling the tempo and avoiding a potential trap game. Northwestern's identity under Braun is to slow the game down, win the time of possession battle, and rely on a disciplined, efficient defense. Michigan will need to match that patience and efficiency on both sides of the ball to come out on top.
