Oregon Ducks (8-0) vs. Michigan Wolverines (5-3)
This Saturday brings another thrilling Week 10 matchup pitting the Oregon Ducks against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. The stakes are particularly high for the Michigan Wolverines Pirates as they have been trying to settle on a regular playing style for their team and for the Oregon Ducks they will be flying high. Michigan has a 5-3 standing but looking defensively sturdy, while the Ducks stand at an impressive 8-0. Now that the NCAAF picks today are all set, the Ducks have a perfect record while the Wolverines try to see through their attacking storm. The time to brace yourselves is 3:30 PM ET and CBS/Paramount+ will broadcast the action.
The two stars for the Oregon Ducks this season are Jordan James and Tez Johnson. The former, a running back has managed to gallop his way to 800 yards on 136 attempts and literally across the white chalk. Eight times. Offensive strategy built around explosive plays has been. key for Oregon. On the receiving end, Tez Johnson not just gained 638 yards but equally scored the same as James meaning two crucial assets in Orgeons’ aerial and ground game balance.
As for Michigan, the focus shifts towards Kalel Mullings and Colston Loveland. Mullings, seemingly the strongest of running backs has finished with 694 rushing yards and seven touchdowns, earning his position as an important piece of the offense for Michigan. Important tight end Colston Loveland has similarly chipped in nicely with 411 receiving yards and four touchdowns boosting his profile actually making important catches inside the confines of the target area.
Oregon Ducks vs. Michigan Wolverines Game Info
| When: | Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 3:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Michigan Stadium |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Paramount+ |
Dillon Gabriel QB vs. Davis Warren QB
This season has been nothing short of commendable for Dillon Gabriel of the Oregon Ducks, the team’s quarterback. Gabriel has completed 192 passes out of 252 attempts has a yardage of 2371 and has thrown 18 touchdowns and only five interceptions. Not to mention, his passer rating of 174.8 has proven his efficiency and effectiveness on the field. As Michigan’s stout defense is prone to being exploited, Gabriel’s deep-ball threat and making the right decisions will be prominent as he attempts to sidestep the threat.
On the other hand, Michigan Of the Michigan Wolverines, Davis Warren has lacked any degree of consistency. With a measly 117.1 passer rating, Warren has only been able to throw for 567 passing yards this season. Although he has a staggering 67% pass completion rate, Warren’s task is to pass through a ducks defense that relishes distorting the quarterback and wronging him.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Oregon Ducks -750, Total Odds: 45.5
The betting odds are heavily tilted in favor of Oregon, with a -14.5 point spread suggesting confidence in their ability to dominate the Wolverines. The total of 45.5 points reflects expectations for a game where defense could play as significant a role as offense.
Oregon Ducks Betting Trends
The Ducks are 4-2 ATS in their last six games and have gone UNDER in four of their last five. Their consistent performance, especially in away games and against Big Ten opponents, where they are 5-0 SU in both scenarios, provides bettors with a solid baseline for expectations.
Michigan Wolverines Betting Trends
Despite a strong home record of 19-1 SU in their last 20 games at Michigan Stadium, the Wolverines have struggled against the spread, going 2-6 ATS in their last eight games. This trend suggests that while they are tough to beat at home, covering the spread in high-stakes games has been challenging.
Oregon Ducks vs. Michigan Wolverines 11/2/2024 Betting Picks
With the given thorough study and form, Oregon looks likely to win their match, although it will be hard-fought. One cannot ignore Michigan’s fighting spirit, especially when playing at home which is why the spread looks risky. Nevertheless, what tilts the scale in favor of the Ducks is the overall efficiency of their performances.
As for the top live betting websites, there is also the option of wagering on the over-under on the total score. This would be a sensible choice considering the direction both teams have been heading. Pass yards for Dillon Gabriel is a suggested prop bet for value. The cohesive team play of both sides suggests that this will be a match where some shrewd plays will reward the punter.
