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In the upcoming semifinal of the College Football Playoffs, No. 2 Michigan is scheduled to face No. 3 TCU.
On Sunday, the list of teams for the four-team field was unveiled, featuring No. 1 Georgia and No. 4 Ohio State.
On December 31, a historic first-time encounter is set to take place between Michigan and TCU in the Fiesta Bowl.
How do the Wolverines compare to the Horned Frogs at Michigan sportsbooks? What are their chances of winning the national championship according to the odds?
Michigan vs. TCU Fiesta Bowl College Football Playoff odds
On December 31st, Michigan will be making a back-to-back playoff appearance as it faces TCU.
The game is scheduled to be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, with kickoff set for 4 p.m.
The oddsmakers for college football are starting with the Wolverines as a significant favorite over the Horned Frogs.
Initially, the majority of Michigan sportsbooks set the Wolverines as a 9.5-point favorite in the Fiesta Bowl. However, there has been a significant shift in favor of TCU since then.
The total number of points for the over/under is set at 59.5.
The Wolverines from Michigan have had an impeccable season, boasting a flawless 13-0 record overall. In terms of their performance against the spread, they have managed a solid 8-4-1. Additionally, out of the 13 games played, they have fallen short of the total score in 8 instances.
TCU boasts an impressive 12-1 record and a solid 9-3-1 performance against the spread. They have surpassed the total points mark in 7 out of their 13 games.
Ohio State faces Georgia as a 6.5-point underdog in the Peach Bowl semifinal.
College Football Playoff Championship Odds
In terms of winning the playoffs outright, Michigan is currently trailing behind Georgia in the odds competition.
With negative odds, Georgia remains the indisputable frontrunner in the championship race.
The odds for Michigan and Ohio State are similar, with the Wolverines having a slightly better chance.
TCU, Michigan’s rival team, is currently perceived as the underdog with slim chances of winning the championship.
If Michigan were to progress to the national championship, it would be considered an underdog regardless of the outcome.
DraftKings Sportsbook MI has listed Michigan as a 6-point underdog against Georgia in the title game. Additionally, it is worth noting that they also see U-M as a 2.5-point underdog in a potential rematch with Ohio State, which is quite surprising.
Two weeks ago in Columbus, the Wolverines emerged victorious, defeating the Buckeyes with a score of 45-23.
Michigan rolls in Big Ten Championship Game
In Saturday’s conference title game, Michigan continued its season-long trend by asserting dominance in the second half.
In a remarkable comeback, the Wolverines dominated the last two quarters, outscoring Purdue 29-9, ultimately sealing a decisive 43-22 victory against the Boilermakers.
Despite the season-ending knee injury to their leading rusher Blake Corum, Michigan found a reliable replacement in Donovan Edwards.
On 25 carries, the sophomore hailing from West Bloomfield achieved an impressive 185 yards and scored a touchdown.
J.J. McCarthy consistently delivered crucial plays as the quarterback, completing 11 out of 17 passes for 161 yards. He showcased his skills with three touchdowns while only throwing one interception.
Will Johnson stood out as the defensive leader, making two interceptions and recording two tackles.
TCU coming off loss in Big 12 Championship
Despite suffering a 31-28 overtime defeat to Kansas State in Saturday’s Big 12 Championship Game, TCU successfully retained their third position in the college football rankings.
In overtime, the Horned Frogs failed to score a touchdown from the 1-yard line on a fourth down, ultimately giving the Wildcats the opportunity to secure a field goal and claim the victory.
Although they suffered a loss, TCU is set to showcase a formidable offense in Glendale. Ranking sixth in the country, the Horned Frogs averaged an impressive 40.3 points per game. Additionally, they consistently accumulate an average of 473.1 yards per contest.
There is a possibility that Max Duggan, the quarterback, might emerge as a finalist for the prestigious Heisman Trophy this week. Throughout the season, he has showcased his skills by throwing an impressive 3,321 yards and 30 touchdowns. Additionally, he has demonstrated his versatility by rushing for 404 yards and scoring six touchdowns, all while maintaining a low count of only four interceptions.
Leading the TCU ground game, Kendre Miller has amassed an impressive 1,342 yards and scored 17 touchdowns. However, their upcoming match against Michigan poses a challenge, as the Wolverines boast the third-best run defense in the nation, allowing only 85.2 yards per game.
The College Football Playoffs will feature TCU for the very first time.
