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Staff picks: U-M gets back on track vs. Gophers

Just like last week, only one of our in-state Big Ten teams is in action this weekend. This time, it's Michigan, which is looking to bounce back from the crushing loss to Michigan State and reclaim the Little Brown Jug from Minnesota.

Kickoff time in Minneapolis is 7 p.m., and it's televised on ESPN. Here are our predictions:

Mark Snyder

Michigan 31, Minnesota 10: Michigan has far more talent than Minnesota, a fraction of the injuries and none of the off-field distractions of a retiring coach. The Wolverines easily have handled every non-ranked team it has faced.