Michigan vs.Wisconsin Football: Kickoff Time, Point Spread, TV Schedule, More

Wisconsin’s surprising 30-6 rout of Michigan State in East Lansing establishes the Badgers as Michigan’s biggest test to date. And while Wisconsin has taken down perennial powerhouses LSU and the Spartans thus far, the Wolverines are a step up in class from even those two squads.

Michigan enters this game on a roll after destroying Penn State 49-10 last Saturday. The Wolverines ran for six touchdowns and accumulated 326 yards on the ground, led by De’Veon Smith’s 107 yards. Quarterback Wilton Speight didn’t have to put the offense on his shoulders, but he still enjoyed a solid game, completing 21 of 34 passes for 189 yards and touchdown.

Wisconsin redshirt freshman quarterback Alex Hornibrook got his first start against Michigan State and he proved he was up to the task, throwing for 195 yards and a touchdown. The Badgers only rushed for 122 yards against the Spartans, with Dare Ogunbowale (55 yards) and Corey Clement (54 yards) accounting for most of that total. That tandem will need to improve their performance against a Wolverines defensive line that has been susceptible to the run.

Michigan has won its games by an average of 38.3 points but the Wolverines are facing a Wisconsin defense that has allowed an average of less than 12 points per game against stiff competition.The Wolverines’ defense is no slouch either as Michigan held Penn State to only 191 total yards.

Kickoff time: 3:30 p.m. ET

TV and radio: ABC, Michigan Sports Network

Point spread: Michigan is favored by 10.5 points, according to scores and odds.

Tickets: The game is sold out. But tickets are available on the secondary market at sites like Stubhub.com.

Parking

There are a number of parking options around Michigan Stadium on football game days. Many lots are permit-only, but there are also numerous options for guests looking for day of game/cash sale parking. Visit Michigan's website for parking details.

Parking Lot Hours

Lots for football parking open between 6-8 a.m. on game day. Please refer to the Football Parking Inventory page for specifics. Vehicles should vacate all lots within two hours after the game or vehicles will be towed.

AATA Shuttle Service

The Ann Arbor Transit Authority (AATA) offers shuttle service between Michigan Stadium and Ann Arbor hotels and motels, U-M Parking Structures and lots, the Michigan Union, and downtown Ann Arbor. The Football Ride runs approximately every 20 minutes beginning two hours before game time and drops off passengers at Gate 2. Shuttles run for approximately 60 minutes after the game and pick up passengers at the assigned location outside Gate 2. During inclement weather, such as rain or heavy snow, the shuttle will run throughout the game. For more information on the Football Ride, call AATA at (734) 973-6500 or visit the AATA site.

Road and lane closures

For information on Ann Arbor road and lane closures, visit the city of Ann Arbor traffic site.

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