It’s the battle of two heavyweights in the NCAA league as the Wolverines clash against the Crimson Tide. The Michigan Wolverines this year are hungry for the title and the sign-stealing episode is rightly serving as the extra motivation. The Alabama Crimson Tide haven’t put a foot wrong this season and find themselves in a glorious spot to win their first NCAA playoff.

It’s also the matchup of two terrific HCs- Jim Harbaugh and Nick Saban. Both the coaches have an impressive record in the NCAA league and have a stellar record to back up their credentials. Both the teams would be looking to start of their New Year’s plans in the right way by managing a victory. However, this time the onus is on the Wolverines as they look like the underdogs in this matchup.

Michigan Wolverines are the underdogs in the playoff clash reckons Bruce Feldman

Revered CFB Insider Bruce Feldman recently joined as the guest on “Rich Eisen Show”. The host asked him his thoughts regarding the matchup and the CFB Insider presented his views on the same. “It turned out was the most where when I talked to these guys and it didn’t hit me right away. It actually hit me towards the end of I was working on this like man the way these guys are talking about, it’s like Michigan’s like a 10 points underdog.”

Detailing on the same, Feldman pointed out the odds in the favor of Michigan. He continued-“They’re actually at the time was like a 2-point favorite or a 1 point. They’re a one-point favorite now.” Quoted the insider as he shared the odds. There are some major reasons as to why Michigan is the underdogs, the entire Connor Stallions issue, and the Big 10 then suspending Jim Harbaugh for three games. This entire fiasco will be a big motivation for going all the way and beating the tough Alabama side in the playoffs. But for one player, the Wolverines are certainly up for the challenge.

JJ McCarthy shares his views before the big game

It’s been a remarkable season for the Wolverines QB JJ McCarthy who accounted for 19 TDs with nearly 2,600 rushing yards. He’s relishing the challenge that lies ahead in facing the strong Alabama side and is excited about this matchup. A lot lies on McCarthy’s big shoulders to lead the way and guide the team to perhaps their most important win of the season.

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However, a slight hiccup lies in the Wolverines’ way. Their last two CFP outings didn’t turn into victories. They lost the matches against TCU and the Georgia teams. The Crimson Tide, on the other hand, has undergone tremendous changes and some transformation through Jalen Milroe‘s stratospheric rise.

A box office match awaits us on New Year’s Day, with the two best teams going against each other for the ultimate bragging rights!

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