For the first time in the College Football Playoff era, a national championship rematch is happening in the following regular season. It all happens this Saturday, October 5 as the No. 10 Michigan Wolverines, the defending national champions, take on the Washington Huskies. Live coverage begins at 7:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock with the B1G College Countdown show. See below for everything you need to know about Saturday’s Michigan vs Washington Huskies game, including additional live stream information.
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Michigan:
The Michigan Wolverines (4-1) are a completely different team since taking the national title in January. The Wolverines added 38 newcomers to their roster, 28 of which are freshmen, and returned just 5 starters from last season.
Sherrone Moore took over as head coach after Jim Harbaugh left Michigan for a head coaching opportunity with the LA Chargers. Moore has spent the last six seasons as a member of Harbaugh’s staff. He was the offensive coordinator last season. Before that, he spent three years as the tight ends coach (2018-2020) and three years as the offensive line coach (2021-2023).
The Wolverines have faced challenges adjusting to recent turnover, with ineffective passing and a defense that struggles with stamina. The team has allowed an average of 3 points in the first half and 19 points in the second half. Despite these issues, the Wolverines have found ways to win games.
Saturday’s Michigan vs Washington Huskies game will be the Wolverines’ first regular-season game on the West Coast since 2003 and first trip to Washington since 2001.
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Washington Huskies:
The Washington Huskies (3-2) are also experiencing a reboot this season. Jedd Fisch, who spent the last 3 seasons as the Arizona Wildcats head coach, took over for Washington after Kalen DeBoer left for Alabama.
Only two starters returned from the 2023 season, while 50 newcomers joined the roster, including 34 transfers.
Fifth-year senior Will Rogers replaces Heisman finalist Michael Penix Jr., who was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons, at QB. Rogers, who spent four years at Mississippi State before transferring to Washington in December, has completed 110 of 147 passes for 1,354 yards entering Week 6. He is one of only two FBS quarterbacks this season with 10 touchdowns and no interceptions.
How to watch Michigan vs Washington:
- When: Saturday, October 5
- Where: Husky Stadium in Seattle, WA
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream: Peacock
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