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Ranking Michigan football's 2025 games by difficulty, from Ohio State to New Mexico

clayton-sayfieby:Clayton Sayfie•06/15/25•

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Bryce Underwood is the heavy favorite to start at QB for Michigan. © Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Bryce Underwood is the heavy favorite to start at QB for Michigan. © Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Michigan Wolverines football begins its season Aug. 30 against New Mexico, and we project that will be the easiest game of the season. The Wolverines play six home and six road contests this year, culminating with a clash against arch rival Ohio State Nov. 29 at The Big House. Below, we've ranked Michigan's 12 regular-season games by difficulty, beginning with the toughest at No. 1.