UTEP vs Michigan Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 19th, 2026
UTEP vs Michigan Game Information
The UTEP Miners will be on the road Saturday, playing the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, MI, at 3:30 PM. UTEP has split their first two games of the year coming into this matchup following a 41-point home victory against Texas Southern last week. The Michigan Wolverines are the No. 19-ranked team in the nation, undefeated through two games played coming into Saturday after a 7-point home victory against Oklahoma a week ago. For more College Football Action, see our College Football Picks.
UTEP Preview
EJ Colson Jr. leads the UTEP offense this season with 291 yards and 4 touchdowns on 20 completions, along with 74 yards and 1 touchdown on 28 carries. Raymond Moore III leads the team on the ground with 142 yards and 1 touchdown on 12 carries, and Tavorus Jones has added 128 yards and 1 touchdown on 21 carries. Kam Thomas leads the UTEP offense this season with 92 yards and 1 score on 2 catches. Carver Cheeks has added 52 yards and 1 touchdown on 5 catches, and Cash Cheeks has chipped in 3 catches for 51 yards and 2 scores.
Michigan Preview
Bryce Underwood leads the Michigan offense this season with 281 yards and 1 score on 21 completions, along with a team-high 134 yards and 2 touchdowns on 27 carries. Jordan Marshall leads the team with 76 yards and 1 touchdown on 22 carries. JJ Buchanan leads Michigan this season with 174 yards and 1 touchdown on 8 receptions. Savion Hiter has added 40 yards on 4 catches, and Andrew Marsh has added 5 catches for 28 yards.
UTEP vs Michigan Pick
The Michigan Wolverines have yet to have their defining game this season but remain undefeated and ranked inside the top 20. Look for Michigan to dominate this game from the opening kickoff as they flex their muscle against a below-average team. Take the Wolverines at home this week to win and cover, and stay undefeated in blowout fashion.
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- Pick: Michigan Wolverines -36.5
- Secondary: Over 49.5
Final Score Prediction: Michigan Wolverines win and cover 49-3.
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