When the 2018 season began, Penn State looked to have a good chance at being undefeated heading into the first weekend of November. Unfortunately, blown fourth-quarter leads against Ohio State and Michigan State, both at home, ended any real chance of the Nittany Lions reaching the College Football Playoff. Still, with a record of 6-2, a win over No. 5 Michigan would help the Nittany Lions in their quest for a third-straight appearance in a New Year’s Six bowl.
However, picking up win number seven this week will be a tall order. Michigan is ranked No. 5 in the nation and sports a defense that’s the best in college football.