Michigan Wolverines vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Michigan Wolverines4-2
Rutgers Scarlet Knights2-4Michigan comes into Piscataway at 4-2 after a home win over Penn State. Rutgers is 2-4 and bleeding points on defense, but both teams enter on a one-game winning streak.
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- Michigan is 4-2 (W1); Rutgers is 2-4 (W1) on the season
- Michigan has won all five meetings in this series over the last 8 seasons
Michigan vs Rutgers preview
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Form and Scoring
Michigan is scoring 22.7 points per game and allowing only 16.2, the stingiest mark by far between these two teams. Their losses came to Iowa at home (19-20) and at Minnesota (14-20), both decided by a single score. Rutgers is averaging 31.2 points per game but surrendering 31.8, a defense that has struggled to hold leads. Two of their four losses have been by more than a touchdown.
Recent Meetings
Over the last 8 seasons, Michigan has won all five known meetings with Rutgers. The closest was a 48-42 game in 2020 at SHI Stadium. The last meeting in Piscataway, in 2022, ended 52-17 in Michigan's favor. Rutgers has not beaten Michigan in any of these five games.
How the Game Sets Up
Michigan's defense, allowing under 17 points a game, runs into a Rutgers offense that can score but cannot stop anyone. The Wolverines have proven they can win tight games, going 4-2 with two victories by three points or fewer. Rutgers has home advantage at SHI Stadium on Halloween, and they showed something with a road win at Maryland, but the series history and the efficiency gap favor Michigan clearly. Head to BettorEdge, check the board as orders come in, and name your own price if the market number feels off.
How to play it
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2026 season so far
Every result both teams have posted this season, with scoring averages.
- vs Western MichiganW 13-12
- vs OklahomaW 17-10
- vs UTEPW 52-17
- vs IowaL 19-20
- at MinnesotaL 14-20
- vs Penn StateW 21-18
Went 9-4 in 2025. Current streak: W1. Home: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI.
- vs MassachusettsL 21-37
- at Boston CollegeL 21-28
- vs USCL 35-42
- vs HowardW 58-7
- vs IndianaL 15-47
- at MarylandW 37-30
Went 5-7 in 2025. Current streak: W1. Home: SHI Stadium, Piscataway, NJ.
Matchup history
Michigan Wolverines and Rutgers Scarlet Knights last played on Saturday, Sep 23, 2023, when the Michigan Wolverines won 31–7. Over the last 5 meetings: Michigan Wolverines 5, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 0.
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Preseason scouting report
Michigan Wolverines
- New head coach in Kyle Whittingham (Utah Head Coach)
- New offensive coordinator in Jason Beck (Utah Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach) and new defensive coordinator in Jay Hill (BYU Defensive Coordinator and Safeties Coach)
- Bryce Underwood returns at QB after a freshman season of 2,428 yards, 11 TDs, and 9 INTs, as well as 392 rushing yards and 6 rushing TDs
- Jordan Marshall returns at RB after a freshman season of 932 yards and 10 TDs
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- New defensive coordinator in Travis Johansen (South Dakota Head Coach)
- Starting QB from last season is gone. There is a QB battle happening between returner AJ Surface (58 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INTs) and Boston College transfer Dylan Lonergan (2,025 yards, 12 TDs, 5 INTs)
- Antwan Raymond returns at RB after a sophomore season of 1,241 yards and 13 TDs
- Top player in terms of receiving yards returns in KJ Duff (1,084 yards, 7 TDs)
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Frequently asked questions
What time does Michigan Wolverines vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights start?+
Michigan Wolverines at Rutgers Scarlet Knights kicks off Saturday, Oct 31, 12:30 PM ET at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, NJ. Start times are listed in Eastern; check your own zone if you are watching from elsewhere.
Who is favored in Michigan Wolverines vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?+
No moneyline is posted on this game yet, so there is no favorite to name. College markets open later than NFL markets; when one posts, the side carrying the shorter price is the favorite.
What is the spread for Michigan Wolverines vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?+
No spread is posted for this game yet. College markets open later and move more than NFL markets, and we would rather show you nothing than a number we cannot confirm.
What are Michigan and Rutgers's records in 2026?+
The Michigan Wolverines are 4-2 and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights are 2-4 this season. Michigan is scoring 22.7 points a game and allowing 16.2; Rutgers is scoring 31.2 and allowing 31.8.
When did Michigan and Rutgers last play?+
They last met on Saturday, Sep 23, 2023, when Michigan Wolverines won 31-7 at Michigan Stadium. Over the last 5 meetings in the past 8 seasons, Michigan has won 5 and Rutgers 0.
What is the "community lean" on this game?+
It is the share of real money posted on each team on the BettorEdge peer-to-peer order book. Because every price is backed by another bettor, the open interest is a genuine read on what the community believes.
When do the lines lock?+
Markets lock at kickoff, Saturday, Oct 31, 12:30 PM ET. Prices move as money comes in beforehand, so the community lean and the best number can shift right up until the game starts.
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