Last year Penn State fans wanted coach James Franklin removed. And it was rumored that he wanted out, too. Everyone was tired of the annual guessing game about Franklin’s job status. Following Penn State’s 2021 collapse, Franklin had nowhere to go. And Penn State couldn’t think of a better College Football betting alternative. So Franklin got a big raise and extension. Now everyone is thrilled that Franklin is in command. But this week brings the ultimate proving ground at the Michigan Wolverines. Tough road games have been an Achilles heel for Franklin.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan Wolverines NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, October 15, 2022, Noon ET |
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| Location: | Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan |
| TV Coverage: | FOX |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State | +7 (-110) | 51½ (-110) | +230 |  |
| Michigan | -7 (-110) | 51½ (-110) | -270 | |
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Penn State at Michigan SBG Odds Overview
Gamblers will split along traditional sportsbook lines for this game. Wise Guys will prefer the power road dog Penn State. By contrast, casuals will lay the lumber with the name-brand Michigan at the Big House. Michigan home games have been a popular play for squares since the beginning of time. Hence, Wise Guys will be lining up on the side of the Sportsbook.
Penn State Nittany Lions Team Overview
Last game, Penn State won 17-7 against the Northwestern Wildcats as 25.5-point road favorites. The game went under the total of 50. Penn State has a record of 5-0 straight up, 3-2 against the spread, and 3-2 over/under the total. Penn State ranks 64th for total offense, 77th for passing, 52nd for rushing, and 56th for scoring. Defensively they rank 25th overall, 41st against the pass, 32nd against the rush, and 32nd for points allowed. Also, PSU ranks 61st for fewest turnovers lost and 6th for takeaways.
Penn State defensive captain PJ Mustipher stuffed Northwestern quarterback Ryan Hilinski at the goal line early in the fourth quarter to snuff out the Wildcats’ second-half momentum. Penn State scored 14 points off three Northwestern turnovers to overcome five of its own giveaways. Nick Singleton had 21 carries for 87 yards and a touchdown. Sean Clifford completed 10 of 20 passes for 140 yards with a touchdown, and Kaytron Allen added 86 rushing yards on 21 carries to help Penn State stay unbeaten heading into an off week where they’ll have plenty to clean up. Both teams struggled early, combining for six turnovers in the first half.
Michigan Wolverines Team Overview
Last game, the Michigan Wolverines won 31-10 against the Indiana Hoosiers as 23.5-point road favorites. The game went under the total of 58. Michigan has a record of 6-0 straight up, 3-3 against the spread, and 1-5 over/under the total. Michigan ranks 30th for total offense, 69th for passing, 20th for rushing, and 7th for scoring. Defensively they rank 5th overall, 11th against the pass, 6th against the rush, and 5th for points allowed. Also, Michigan ranks 12th for fewest turnovers lost and 90th for takeaways.
Michigan improved to 6-0 for the second straight season. Luke Schoonmaker and Johnson each caught fourth-quarter TD passes to seal the victory. At the same time, JJ McCarthy produced his first 300-yard game. The sophomore quarterback finished 28 of 36 with 304 yards, three TDs, and one interception. Also, Ronnie Bell had 11 receptions for 121 yards. In comparison, Schoonmaker caught nine passes for 67 yards. Blake Corum rushed for 124 yards on 25 carries.
Penn State at Michigan SBG Free Picks
In this situation, Penn State offers the most College Football Betting value as a power underdog.
Penn State at Michigan SBG Best Bet: Penn State Nittany Lions.