Predictions: Freep writers (mostly

Source: Detroit Free PressSept.self storage 06--Michigan and Michigan State will host nonconference foes Notre Dame and South Florida, respectively, on Saturday. The Spartans and Bulls kick off at noon on ESPNU. The Wolverines and Irish start at 8 p.m. on ESPN.But you're in luck, because our experts tell you today how the games will play out:Michigan vs. Notre DameMark SnyderMichigan 24, Notre Dame 13: Michigan seems to have a more balanced offense, plus the ability to adapt. Notre Dame might be still searching for consistency; it got nothing out of its final five drives against Temple. The past four matchups in this series have been within a touchdown, including a few thrillers. With Michigan having the home field, where Notre Dame has won only once since 1993, and a wild atmosphere, the Wolverines have enough advantages.Drew SharpNotre Dame 24, Michigan 23: Though not necessarily historic in relation to BCS contention, there's a history of photo finishes in this series. It's the Irish getting the last-minute Hail Mary this time.Jeff SeidelMichigan 17, Notre Dame 14: I don't know if you have heard, but this is the last time the Wolverines will Notre Dame in the Big House (for a while) -- oh, the tragedy of it all! The Wolverines wil迷你倉 win if Devin Gardner takes care of the ball. It's that simple. And he's that good.MSU vs. South FloridaJoe RexrodeMSU 30, South Florida 9: Redshirt freshman quarterback Tyler O'Connor will play. MSU's offense will triple its touchdown total from last week. The Spartans will look great again on defense. And the process of figuring out exactly what they want to be offensively will continue next week against Youngstown State -- with a slight reduction in fan-base angst.Drew SharpMichigan State 31, South Florida 7: The Spartans use three quarterbacks in the first half alone, with pedestrian results. Punter Mike Sadler develops severe leg cramps from overuse. Thankfully for Sparty, their opponent is awful.Jeff SeidelMichigan State 28, South Florida 3: This should be the perfect game for a team struggling on offense. But the Spartans will score the only way they know how: on a fumble recovery, an interception return, a kickoff return and a punt return. This game takes a wild turn when a kid comes out of the stands and tries out at QB.Join us for live blogs of both games at freep.com/sports.Copyright: ___ (c)2013 the Detroit Free Press Visit the Detroit Free Press at .freep.com Distributed by MCT Information Services文件倉