The Michigan Wolverines football team finished the 2025 regular season with a solid record of 9-3. Despite a loss to Ohio State on November 29, the team has secured a place in the postseason. As they prepare for bowl game selections, fans are eager to discover their potential destinations.
Michigan Wolverines 2025 Bowl Projections
With multiple bowl games scheduled across various locations, Michigan’s prospects look promising. While the official selections are yet to be announced, several predictions suggest a likely destination for the Wolverines.
Predicted Bowl Games
Current forecasts indicate that Michigan could land in the Citrus Bowl, occurring on December 31 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Key predictions are summarized below:
- ESPN: Citrus Bowl vs. Texas (9-3)
- CBS Sports: Citrus Bowl vs. Vanderbilt (10-2)
- Sports Illustrated: Citrus Bowl vs. Texas
- Athlon Sports: Citrus Bowl vs. Texas
- The Athletic: Citrus Bowl vs. Texas
- Sporting News: Citrus Bowl vs. Texas
Additional Bowl Options
The Big Ten Conference’s affiliations open several avenues for the Wolverines:
- GameAbove Sports Bowl, Detroit (Dec. 26)
- Rate Bowl, Phoenix (Dec. 26)
- Pinstripe Bowl, New York (Dec. 27)
- Music City Bowl, Nashville (Dec. 30)
- ReliaQuest Bowl, Tampa (Dec. 31)
- Las Vegas Bowl, Las Vegas (Dec. 31)
- Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California (Jan. 1)
Notably, the Rose Bowl is primarily reserved for the Big Ten champion. As such, Michigan’s chances of competing in that game are slim. The Wolverines have historical ties to the Citrus Bowl, competing in it twice under former coach Jim Harbaugh.
Possible Matchups
Other intriguing potential matchups include the likelihood of facing a Southeastern Conference (SEC) opponent. Possible candidates include Texas, or even Arizona teams from the Pac-12.
Travel and Expectations
Given the various bowl options, Michigan fans can anticipate a warm-weather destination for the bowl season. A matchup in Florida or a potential clash in Las Vegas could provide exciting opportunities for supporters ready to travel.
Michigan has demonstrated strong performance throughout the season, highlighted by significant wins and a competitive spirit, setting the stage for an engaging bowl experience.
