SMQ Prediction: Huskers Will Beat Michigan 31-28 in Overtime

The Wolverines are overrated. Nebraska is their first road game of the season and they haven’t faced a difficult opponent.

The data suggests Michigan is overrated. While the Wolverines' defense is rated sixth overall, their level of competition has been light, facing only East Carolina, UNLV, Bowling Green and Rutgers -- all at home. Now they will face the top-rated Husker rush defense (nationally) on the road. This will force Michigan to pass and Nebraska will have two takeaways in the form of interceptions as the pass rush will cause J.J. McCarthy to force errant throws. The Michigan offense is ranked 60th in the nation. The law firm of Haarberg/Grant will again rush for 300 yards. The game will be tied 28-28 at end of regulation. Tristan Alvano will shock the Big Ten with a walk-off field goal to win the game in overtime.

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