UM-PSU Score Predictions
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:32 PM ^
31-24 Michigan.
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:33 PM ^
35-21 Michigan. Tate throws for 275 yards 3 TDs, Denard gets a running score, and one of the running backs score.
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:35 PM ^
....but a small point spread is more likely than a 14-point one (I'm not SAYIN [they can't pull it off]...I'm just SAYIN [14 points is a lot]).
I say 31-28 Michigan.
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:38 PM ^
Michigan. Tate/Stonum/Minor have big first half, and we desperately hang on for win.
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:42 PM ^
I just beat my buddy as M playing PSU for our intense online dynasty in NCAA 2010. Came down to a last second field goal as time expired so I'll take this as a sign.
BTW Justin Turner had a pick six in the fourth quarter.....
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:47 PM ^
In fulfillment of ESPN's rumor, RichRod pulls Tate for Denard. Then pulls Denard for Tate. This happens a couple of times.
Despite Michigan's seemingly insurmountable QB controversy: Michigan 27, Penn State 21
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:52 PM ^
24-21. Michigan wins in, you guessed it, exciting fashion.
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:54 PM ^
26-21. The winner didn't pop into my head so I'll just go with Michigan.
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:02 PM ^
26-21. Late in the first half Zoltan drops one dead at the one yard line and Hulk Martin blasts Royster in the backfield (end zone) for a safety. Michigan scores a fourth qtr TD to make it 26 - 14 and holds on down the stretch for the victory.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:00 PM ^
I believe Michigan is the best offense that PSU has lined up against so far this season. Penn State had a non conference schedule that consisted of Eastern Illinois, Syracuse, Temple, and Akron. We have had 2 weeks to prepare for this game, as well as putting in new packages / plays to throw out there to keep them guessing. For the first time in a while Michigan's core players are all healthy (Tate, Minor, Brown, Molk). Penn States weakest point is their offensive line, which bodes well for the likes of BG, RVB, and MM. I don't think Penn State has the offense to score with us in this game. As long as the weather permits I like our boys in Blue 37-28
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:06 PM ^
...to see if we remember doing this last week?
I'll stick with my original prediction of UM 24-23 on a last-minute Tate Forcier drive. Forcier seems to go into a "zone" that very few people even get to sniff when he needs a drive late in the game.
Of course, it would be a lot more fun if UM went out and got a convincing victory.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:14 PM ^
The PSU offense won't be able to outgun Michigan in this one. I think M's offense will roll and the defense will hold their own. M wins 32-28.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:15 PM ^
30-20 UM. We will be able to run the ball with Molk back.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:22 PM ^
I'm going with 27 - 24 MEEEEECHIGAN -- watch out for carlos brown to go off
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:24 PM ^
I got negged earlier this week for calling the -4.5 spread "offensive" and yet everyone here picks Michigan to win.
Go figure.
Michigan by 4. 31-27.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:36 PM ^
I'm going with 30-24. Tate goes over the top, DRob breaks one
big, Minor and Brown tear up the field. Clark has nightmares
about the number 55.
Both teams will be 6-2 after tomorrow.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:39 PM ^
With rain and moderate wind in the forecast, I think both offenses could potentially have some weather-influenced miscues. Michigan starts out slow but our better conditioning and the running game show up and break through PSU's gassed defense in the second half.
28-24 Michigan victory.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:42 PM ^
Predictions to make me look stupid
1. Graham has 3 sacks
2. Mouton/Ezeh will add another two when they try to double the deathbeast
3. Brown and Minor will both break 100 and score; brown's td will be over 40 yards
4. We will have less than 200 yds passing but qb's will have more than 100 rushing and least one td on the ground
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:47 PM ^
but will Zoltan get to punt?
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:45 PM ^
Stonum is player of the game with 3 big kick off returns,one which he scores on. Also has 4 catches for 85 yards another score.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:47 PM ^
I don't think either team is held under 30 points.
PSU 38 - UM 33
Another MSU/Iowa type ending. Crippling error on the last drive seals it.
October 23rd, 2009 at 9:15 PM ^
Well you're no fun.
October 23rd, 2009 at 8:51 PM ^
the Big House, and they play small and conservative all day. Both defenses have fair success. I think Michigan takes it in an uncomfortably close game, 24 - 21.
October 23rd, 2009 at 9:11 PM ^
If UM controls the deep part of the field and keep the TE in check. The Michigan offense should overwhelm the PSU defense with a healthy dose of Minor Rage and a healthy Tate ala ND game and Wolverines prove they are a contender again.
Michigan 36
Penn State 31
October 23rd, 2009 at 9:12 PM ^
If it wasn't suppose to rain I would have said 31-21 UM, but since rain is in the forecast I'm going 20-17 UM! Go Blue!
October 23rd, 2009 at 9:49 PM ^
UM27-20PSU
October 23rd, 2009 at 10:03 PM ^
scoring will be hard to come by.
UM 13 PSU 10
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:03 PM ^
WRONG GAME.
October 23rd, 2009 at 10:28 PM ^
Michigan 31-20
October 23rd, 2009 at 10:44 PM ^
27-10 Michigan
October 23rd, 2009 at 10:49 PM ^
28-27 U-M
October 23rd, 2009 at 10:50 PM ^
A lot of things about this game lead me to believe Michigan can and will win, which makes me very nervous. I don't like that feeling, that smugness like I've got this figured out. That's what makes me nervous.
Michigan wins, I'm too nervous to post a score.
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:08 PM ^
Refverines 27
Princess Nit-a-Nee's Lions 26
PSU scores to take a 26-20 lead with 41 seconds left in the fourth quarter. After Michigan is only able to advance the ball to about midfield before the clock hits 0:00, the refs move the ball up to the PSU 1 yard line and put 1:00 back on the clock. It takes seven downs and another minute added to the clock, but Michigan finally punches it in for the TD. Then, after missing the extra point, the refs use video replay to rule that the kick was close and therefore should have been good, and rule it good. Game over, Refverines win!
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:14 PM ^
Not Arkansas at Florida
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:23 PM ^
...One person picked Penn State? How are they so highly ranked? They must suck.
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:37 PM ^
between optimism and homerism is a fine one indeed. Personally, I'm okay with those with the optimism.
That he which hath no stomach to this fight,
Let him depart; his passport shall be made,
And crowns for convoy put into his purse;
We would not die in that man's company
That fears his fellowship to cheer with us.
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:42 PM ^
27-24 U-M
Special Teams wins it, because, well... they're special.
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:58 PM ^
73-49, Michigan
October 24th, 2009 at 12:01 AM ^
if your prediction comes true!
I played my Xbox 360 and Mich won 42-0 over PSU
I'm predicting 31-24 Mich
October 24th, 2009 at 2:25 AM ^
Penn State.
October 24th, 2009 at 2:28 AM ^
28-24 PSU.
October 24th, 2009 at 7:50 AM ^
I think being at home is going to be a big motivator for the fellas. I think last year's game will be a big motivator. It is the biggest "non-rival" game we play, similar to a top SEC team coming to town. The team is rested, healthy, and looking to make amends after losing two games. Combine those "facts" (I think for the most part, they are) with we are now in week 7 of year two, that the team is really starting to gel offensively, and to a point defensively, and I see UM winning. Point spread-wise I see a Iowa-esc effort by the Nittanies where they come up with big plays and keep it close and suspenseful, 30-27, or we keep their efforts in check by a defense that rises to the occasion, 27-17. Either way everyone leaves happy, the team chants 'The Victors', and recharges the season with high hopes of an 11-2 finish.
October 24th, 2009 at 9:08 AM ^
I agree. If we take care of business today 11-2 suddenly seems like a legit possibility.
October 24th, 2009 at 9:09 AM ^
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