It's the College Football Championship, and Michael Penix Jr. will lead the number-2 ranked Washington Huskies in battle against the number-1 ranked Michigan Wolverines. We're here to share our college football odds series while making a Michael Penix Jr. Odds and Props prediction and pick.

The big story about this playoff game will be about two new teams making the championship. However, Penix has emerged as one of the best quarterbacks in college football. Penix Jr. finished the season with 4,648 passing yards. Now, he will try and do it against a Michigan team that is second in college football in total defense.

Penix is playing for more than a championship. Ultimately, this will be his last chance to showcase his skills to the NFL. Many believe he will be a top-10 pick. Furthermore, there are several teams that might use his talents, such as the Atlanta Falcons or the New England Patriots.

But Penix Jr. has spent six years in college football, refining his skills and overcoming injuries. Moreover, he feels like he is ready to take that next step. What better way to end his college football career than to win the college football championship?

Here are the college football odds, courtesy of FanDuel. 

College Football Odds: Michael Penix Jr. Odds

Over 292.5: -114

Under 292.5: -114

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Why Penix Jr. Will Pass Over 292.5 Yards

There are plenty of accolades for Penix Jr. that will justify the argument to why he will dominate in this game. For instance, he started his first two games of the season with passing yards of 450 and 409, respectively. Now, you may think the first two games are usually against bad teams, so it's not a good example. While that may be true, Penix Jr. continued to roll.

Penix Jr. threw for 473 yards in Week 3. Then, he passed for 304 and 363 over the next two weeks, respectively. Penix then continued the good run by passing for 302 yards on October 14. Ultimately, he finally threw for under 300 yards on October 21, when he tossed for 275. But Penix Jr. bounced right back up the following week with a 369-yard passing performance, followed by a 332-yard passing performance.

In leading the Huskies to the college football playoff, Penix Jr. has shown a remarkable ability to get the ball out in time. Not only did he throw for a lot of passing yards, but Penix Jr. also tossed 35 touchdowns with just nine interceptions. Overall, his pinpoint accuracy is one of the main reasons why the Huskies are even in the national championship to begin with. Keep in mind that the team averaged over 36 points per game and around 350 yards passing. Additionally, Penix Jr. produced two 1,000-yard pass-catchers as Rome Odunze and Ja'Lynn Polk both broke the barrier. Not to mention, Penix Jr. had an elite running back, making defenses think twice. Dillon Johnson rushed 222 times for 1,162 yards and 16 touchdowns.

Penix Jr. will pass over 292.5 yards because he has a loaded offense with plenty of playmakers to rely on. Also, he has the talent to worm his way out of sticky situations and avoid sacks.

Why Penix Jr. Will Pass Under 292.5 Yards

The questions about Michael Penix Jr. began last month. Ultimately, it started on November 18 in a battle with the Oregon State Beavers. Penix Jr. struggled in that game, completing just 13 of 28 passes for 162 yards and two touchdowns. Then, Penix Jr. completed just 18 of 33 passes for 204 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception against the Washington State Cougars, a team that did not even threaten them in the conference.

Penix Jr. would moderately well in the Pac-12 Championship, going 27 for 39 with 319 yards, one touchdown, and one interception against Oregon. Next, he exploded in the College Football Playoff Semifinals, going 29 for 38 with 430 yards passing and two touchdowns.

Which Penix Jr. is the quarterback we will see in this? While he has bounced back over the past two games with everything on the line, there are some lingering questions about whether he can take down a top-ranked defense. All eyes will be on him as he tries to overcome the challenge placed in front of him by the Wolverines.

Penix Jr. will pass under 292.5 yards because he will face an imposing defense like no other. Furthermore, the weather may impact his ability to throw as there will be extensive rain in this one.

Final Michael Penix Jr. Odds and Props Prediction & Pick

The challenge is enormous. If the weather plays a role, then expect to see some struggles. Rain is in the forecast, which should make things very difficult. Expect the offenses to stall on both sides in this one, with Penix Jr. just going under 292.5 yards.

Final Michael Penix Jr. Odds and Props Prediction & Pick: Under 292.5: -114