Penn State vs. Michigan prediction: Whipping the Wolverines at their own game

The Michigan Wolverines own the most talked-about defense around.

They possess the biggest stars. 

But do they have the best group from top to bottom?

Because Penn State's defense continues to grow by the week, getting increasing reinforcements from younger players like defensive ends Shaka Toney and Yetur Gross-Matos.

Here's the thing: Michigan's one-dimensional offense and the ground-shaking crowd of 110,000 will only fuel Penn State's increasing strength Saturday night.

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Michigan quarterback John O'Korn has struggled to throw the ball in both of his starts — a dire situation only escalating amid a deafening crowd.

Stop the Michigan running game and you stop the Michigan offense.

Meanwhile, expect Trace McSorley to hit a handful of big pass plays to finally loosen up Penn State's offense. Big tight end Mike Gesicki and Juwan Johnson should be the toughest match-ups.

Do that and Penn State's defense will take care of the rest. Watch for senior leaders Jason Cabinda and Marcus Allen to apply pressure, rack up tackles and force another turnover or two.

And earn a bit more respect for the defense most everyone is overlooking until now.

Bodani's prediction:

Penn State 27, Michigan 10