Penix achieved 300-plus yards in nine of 14 games this season, including 319 yards against Oregon in the Pac-12 title game and 430 yards versus Texas in the Sugar Bowl. I am confident going over the passing total of 297.5 yards.

Although facing Michigan will pose a challenge for passing, Washington will rely on their star quarterback to showcase his strengths.

Rome Odunze, a potential NFL first-round pick, will be a primary target for Penix. His number is slated ant 94.5 yards. I think he will be an 100+ yard receiver in the National Championship. Additionally, Ja’Lynn Polk, who had a 100-yard performance against Texas, has gained over 54.5 yards in nearly every game this season. His number is a reasonable 56.5 yards. I like both of the overs.

Jalen McMillan’s availability is uncertain due to injuries, but he displayed strong performances earlier in the season. However, his recent games saw lower yardage. I projected him at 60 yards, which is slightly lower than his prop total of 67.5.

Michigan’s strategy will heavily involve feeding the ball to Blake Corum, unless Washington takes a significant lead, forcing the Wolverines to rely more on passing, which could result in additional receiving yards for Corum on screen plays. Have confidence to play Corum over 100+ yards rushing. Pencil him down for an anytime touchdown scorer, and roll the dice for the first touchdown scorer. If Michigan wins, Corum could very well be the games MVP.

The top-ranked team has appeared in the National Championship game on nine occasions, emerging as the No. 1 seed seven times. Of those appearances, the No. 1 seed was favored in five matchups and went 0-2 in straight-up (SU) wins and 1-1 against the spread (ATS) when considered the underdog.