Michigan football is set to host Michigan State on Saturday under the lights. For the second time ever in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines will face their in-state rival at night under the bright lights in Big House.
The Wolverines have lost two straight games to Michigan State — both of which Michigan was heavily favored — but the maize and blue hold a commanding lead in the all-time series, 71-38-5.
During his tenure, Jim Harbaugh is 3-4 against Michigan State and he is 0-2 against current coach Mel Tucker. During his press conference earlier in the week, Harbaugh made it known not only does his team really want his win, but he does as well. If Michigan wants to repeat as Big Ten champions and make another College Football Playoff, this is a must win.
The game will kickoff at 7:30 p.m. on ABC.
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