Michigan vs Rutgers Live: Time, Channel, Odds & Real-Time Score Updates for Today’s Big Ten Clash

The Michigan Wolverines and Rutgers Scarlet Knights renew their Big Ten rivalry today at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, with Michigan jumping out to an early 7-0 lead behind a six-yard touchdown pass from sophomore quarterback Tommy Carr to wideout JJ Buchanan midway through the first quarter. Michigan (4-3, 1-3 Big Ten) enters needing a win to stay in the postseason hunt after three straight conference losses, while Greg Schiano’s Rutgers squad (2-5, 1-3) is looking to snap a three-game skid and claim its first home victory over the Wolverines since joining the league. Michigan has dominated the modern series, winning nine of the last ten meetings and outscoring Rutgers 62-7 on average in the Jim Harbaugh era. Key storylines • Quarterback carousel: Harbaugh turned to Carr after veteran starter David Warren struggled last week at Minnesota. Carr rewarded the move with a perfect 4-for-5 start and the opening score. • Offensive identity: Michigan leaned heavily on freshman tailback Savion Hiter early, but explosive chunk plays in the pass game may be the difference against a Rutgers defense surrendering 33 points per game. • Scarlet Knights’ spark: Sophomore QB AJ Surace has shown flashes in Schiano’s new uptempo scheme; Rutgers will need him to stretch the field to avoid Michigan’s front seven teeing off. How to watch Kickoff: Noon ET, Oct. 31, 2026 TV: Big Ten Network Streaming: Fox Sports app, BTN+ (with subscription) Live score, highlights and analysis will be updated throughout the afternoon, so refresh often for the latest from Piscataway as Michigan vs Rutgers headlines Week 9 in the Big Ten.