Penn State Wrestling preview as they host Michigan this Friday.

No. 1 Penn State Wrestling is back inside the cavernous halls of the Bryce Jordan Center as they are set to host No. 19 Michigan this Friday evening.

And while a “Nittany Lion vs. Wolverine” matchup is typically something to circle on the calendar. This matchup may not live up to the hype of some of the past clashes.

Now this isn’t to say there won’t be any edge-of-your-seat matchups tomorrow night. Because I feel like there could be several matches that could go to the wire. Additionally, it’s possible the Wolverines could pull an upset here or there.

Albeit the probability isn’t exactly high. Especially with the caliber of the lineup Cael Sanderson is trotting out there this season.

So before we look at the possible starting lineup and predictions, let’s take a look at how you can tune into Sunday’s action.

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How to watch Penn State Wrestling vs. Michigan

Date: Friday, February 7th

Time: 6:00 p.m. EST

Where: Bryce Jordan Center (University Park)

TV: B1G

Watch Online: FuboTV (FREE Trial)

Listen: Free via Lionvision at GoPSUsports.com

Now let’s turn to the potential matchups.

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Potential Penn State vs. Michigan Matchups

Penn State’s Luke Lilledahl, top, wrestles Iowa’s Joey Cruz in the 125-pound bout on January 31, 2025, in State College, Pa. Lilledahl won by tech fall 22-6 at 6:43.

No. 1 Penn State (10-0) vs. No. 19 Michigan (5-4)

125 – No. 7 Luke Lilledahl (PSU) vs Christian Tanefeu or Wilfred Tanefeu (MICH)

133 – No. 7 Braeden Davis (PSU) vs Nolan Wertanen or Teddy Flores (MICH)

141 – No. 3 Beau Bartlett (PSU) vs No. 12 Sergio Lemley (MICH)

149 – No. 3 Shayne Van Ness (PSU) vs No. 24 Dylan Gilcher (MICH)

157 – No. 1 Tyler Kasak (PSU) vs No. 14 Chase Saldate (MICH)

165 – No. 1 Mitchell Mesenbrink (PSU) vs No. 10 Beau Mantanona (MICH)

174 – No. 2 Levi Haines (PSU) vs No. 29 Joseph Walker (MICH)

184 – No. 1 Carter Starocci (PSU) vs No. 24 Jaden Bullock (MICH)

197 – No. 4 Josh Barr (PSU) vs No. 2 Jacob Cardenas (MICH)

285 – No. 2 Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) vs No. 8 Josh Heindselman (MICH)

Predictions

Penn State Wrestling — No. 4 Beau Bartlett was next to hit the mat in the 141-pound role against on No. 23 Cole Mattin. A Bartlett takedown highlighted the first period and allowed him to take a 2-0 lead heading into the second period. Bartlett then rolled out of the bottom position to secure another takedown as he increased his lead to 4-1. Bartlett struck for another takedown and glided to a 6-2 victory

125 – No. 7 Luke Lilledahl (PSU) tech. fall over Christian Tanefeu (MICH) 19-4

133 – No. 7 Braeden Davis (PSU) major dec. over Nolan Wertanen (MICH) 10-1

141 – No. 3 Beau Bartlett (PSU) dec. over No. 12 Sergio Lemley (MICH) 6-4

149 – No. 3 Shayne Van Ness (PSU) tech. fall over No. 24 Dylan Gilcher (MICH) 17-2

157 – No. 1 Tyler Kasak (PSU) dec. over No. 14 Chase Saldate (MICH) 7-3

165 – No. 1 Mitchell Mesenbrink (PSU) tech. fall over No. 10 Beau Mantanona (MICH) 23-6

174 – No. 2 Levi Haines (PSU) fall over No. 29 Joseph Walker (MICH)

184 – No. 1 Carter Starocci (PSU) major dec. over No. 24 Jaden Bullock (MICH) 13-4

197 – No. 4 Josh Barr (PSU) dec. over No. 2 Jacob Cardenas (MICH) 4-1

285 – No. 2 Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) dec. over No. 8 Josh Heindselman (MICH) 8-3

Penn State 41 Michigan 0

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Even though he had no prior journalism experience, Chris has now covered Penn State Wrestling and Penn State Football for the past three years, including as the Penn State Wrestling Beat Writer for VictoryBellRings.com, part of the FanSided network.

And it's clear he also likes constant torture as he's been a PSU Basketball fan for way too long.

Several years back, Chris made the seamless transition from PGA Professional to computer programmer and thoroughly enjoys following and writing about all things related to Penn State sports during his spare time.