Michigan vs Rutgers head-to-head: position-by-position star ratings, experience, and composite grades on CFB Matchup. They meet Week 9, Saturday, October 31, 2026.
The Breakdown
#16 Michigan's 67 composite tops Rutgers' 57, powered by Bryce Underwood's 5★ arm and a 3.8★ D-line.
When Michigan has the ball: Jordan Marshall's 4★ runs at a 3★ linebacker group; 3.7★ receivers edge Rutgers' 2.8★ secondary.
When Rutgers has the ball: A 2.6★ O-line, 3.8 years deep, must handle Michigan's 3.8★ D-line — a 1.2★ mismatch.
Swing factor: Bryce Underwood, 5★ and one year in, versus AJ Surace's 3★, two years — biggest talent gap.
X-factor: Halloween Saturday in Piscataway: Rutgers hosts Week 9 with the home crowd as its clearest advantage.