Indiana vs Michigan head-to-head: position-by-position star ratings, experience, and composite grades on CFB Matchup. They meet Week 8, Saturday, October 24, 2026.
The Breakdown
Michigan edges Indiana 67 to 65 — near coin flip, decided by the Wolverines' 3.8★ defensive line.
When Indiana has the ball: Josh Hoover's 3.2★ offensive line faces Michigan's 3.8★ defensive line; 3.7★ receivers versus 3.8★ secondary is even.
When Michigan has the ball: Jordan Marshall, 4★, runs at Indiana's 3★ linebackers — the game's widest gap, though they average 3.3 years.
Swing factor: Bryce Underwood: 5★, one college season. Josh Hoover: 4★ transfer, four years. Ceiling versus reps.
X-factor: Ann Arbor in late October, Week 8 Saturday: #6 Indiana walks into a hostile Big House.