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Michigan faces Minnesota at noon for Week 5 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 6:39 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Michigan faces Minnesota at noon for Week 5 matchup

Summary

No. 18 Michigan (3-0, 0-0 Big Ten) will play Minnesota (2-1, 0-0) on October 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. EST on Fox. This marks Michigan's first road game under coach Kyle Whittingham, following a successful game against then-No. 10 Oklahoma. Michigan has historically dominated this matchup, winning five straight games and 11 of the last 12 contests, with its last loss in 2014. Minnesota's recent performance includes a strong victory over Eastern Illinois and a significant loss to Mississippi State in Week 2. Prior to facing Michigan, Minnesota will play Washington on September 25.

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By the Numbers

•Michigan has a 5-game winning streak against Minnesota.
•Game scheduled for October 3, 2026, at 12 p.m. EST.
•This is Whittingham's first road game as Michigan's coach.
•Minnesota lost to Mississippi State, 38-13, in Week 2.
•Michigan's previous road win against Minnesota was by 52-10 in 2023.

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What they're saying

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Michigan has won five straight matchups vs. Minnesota and 11 of the past 12, with the last loss coming in 2014, Brady Hoke's final season at the helm.
— Yahoo Sports

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