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'College GameDay' makes Iowa vs. Michigan picks

Seventeenth-ranked Iowa brings an undefeated three-game record into a marquee matchup against eighteenth-ranked Michigan at the Big House. The Hawkeyes enter the contest leading the nation in both total defense, allowing just 176.7 yards per contest, and scoring defense at 4.3 points per game, following shutout victories over Northern Illinois and Northern Iowa.

Quarterback Hank Brown makes his initial career start on the road, supported by pass catcher Tony Diaz, tight end DJ Vonnahme, and running back Kamari Moulton under the defensive guidance of Phil Parker. Both programs view this afternoon CBS broadcast as a vital opportunity to advance their College Football Playoff aspirations.

Ahead of the 2:30 p.m. CT kickoff, the ESPN College GameDay analysts and special guest Johnny Knoxville delivered their predictions for the clash.

Desmond Howard, Johnny Knoxville, and Kirk Herbstreit backed Michigan to prevail, while Nick Saban and Pat McAfee selected Iowa to secure the victory.

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