Welcome to the new Big Ten Conference, where No. 10 Michigan travels to Seattle for a matchup against Washington. The Wolverines have been rolling lately, but that hot streak will be tested in one of college football's loudest environments.

Michigan has won three straight games since losing at home to Texas in Week 2, and it has found success by leaning on its rushing attack and defense. On offense, running back Kalel Mullings has been a wrecking ball in recent weeks, and he's now up to 540 yards and six touchdowns on the season. Last week, Mullings went for 111 yards and two touchdowns in Michigan's 27-24 win over Minnesota.

The Wolverines' defense, meanwhile, eliminated the Golden Gophers' ground attack. That unit held Minnesota to just 38 rushing yards and 1.5 yards per carry.

Washington has gotten off to an uneven start this season after losing so many pieces of its College Football Playoff roster. Last week, the Huskies went to Piscataway and lost to Rutgers, 21-18. Washington did outgain Rutgers by 222 yards, but putrid third-down efficiency and three missed field goals were the difference on the scoreboard.

Quarterback Will Rogers, a Mississippi State transfer, has played well in the early going. Through five games, Rogers has completed 74.8% of his passes for 1,354 yards, 10 touchdowns and no interceptions.

Where to watch Washington vs. Michigan

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Where: Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium -- Seattle, Washington
  • TV: NBC
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)

Washington vs. Michigan spread, odds

Although Michigan is a top-10 team, Washington is a 2.5-point favorite against Michigan, according to the SportsLine consensus. The over/under is 40.5 points.

Washington vs. Michigan series history

Michigan has won three straight games against Washington.

  • Jan. 8, 2024 -- Michigan 34, Washington 13
  • Sept. 11, 2021 -- Michigan 31, Washington 10
  • Aug. 31, 2002 -- Michigan 31, Washington 29
  • Sept. 8, 2001 -- Washington 23, Michigan 18
  • Jan. 1, 1992 -- Michigan 38, Washington 31