Michigan prepares for first meeting against UTEP today at 3:30 p.m
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 6:58 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Michigan will face UTEP for the first time today at 3:30 p.m., entering as 35.5 point favorites. The Wolverines (2-0) are coming off a 17-10 victory over Oklahoma, where their defense excelled, allowing no touchdowns in the red zone. UTEP (1-1) had a tough opener against Oklahoma, suffering a 51-0 loss. Michigan is looking to build on their performance as they host Iowa next week, while UTEP will take on Oregon State.
- •Michigan is currently ranked No. 19
- •Wolverines have yet to yield a red zone touchdown
- •UTEP struggled with only 198 total yards against Oklahoma
- •The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network
- •Next week, Michigan faces Iowa while UTEP hosts Oregon State
- 6:58 PMYahoo Sports — Data points to big Michigan win against UTEP
"If common-opponents mean anything, Michigan is in for a big day. The first-ever meeting between Michigan and UTEP will kick […]
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