Michigan vs. Michigan State Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Michigan Wolverines and the Michigan State Spartans renew one of the oldest rivalries in college football on Saturday night. How will this game play out? Matt McCuen answers.
Matt McCuen - October 21, 2023, 8:30 AM EDT
5 minMichigan vs. Michigan State Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Michigan Wolverines and the Michigan State Spartans will meet from East Lansing to renew one of the oldest rivalries in college football on Saturday night.
Michigan vs. Michigan State Date, Start Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: October 21, 2023
- Game Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: NBC
Michigan vs. Michigan State Odds
- Spread: Michigan -25 (-110), Michigan State +25 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 48 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Michigan (-3200), Michigan State (+1400)
Michigan vs. Michigan State Prediction
These two teams first met on October 12 1898, when the Wolverines won 39-0. That win set the tone as Michigan leads the all-time series 72-38-5.
Michigan is the heavy favorite once again this year. The Wolverines enter play with an unblemished record of 7-0.
J.J. McCarthy leads this offense. McCarthy is one of the best signal callers in the nation, throwing for 1,512 yards, 14 touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Running back Blake Corum leads the team in rushing with 546 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Wide receiver Roman Wilson has been the top target of McCarthy. Wilson leads the team with 25 catches for 396 yards and nine touchdowns.
Michigan ranks first in the nation, allowing opponents just 6.7 points per game.
It has been a tough season for Michigan State both on and off the field.
The Spartans will begin play with a 2-4 record. The team has lost four games in a row.
Additionally, the Spartans are 0-3 in conference play.
Quarterback Noah Kim leads this offense. Kim has thrown for 1,090 yards, six touchdowns, and six interceptions.
Running back Nathan Carter has been the team's top rusher. Carter has rushed for 529 yards and four touchdowns.
Wide Receiver Montorie Foster Jr. leads the team with 24 catches, 274 yards, and one touchdown.
The Spartans rank 59th in the nation in points allowed per game (26.4).
Michigan vs. Michigan State Pick
The pace of this game will favor the under.
Despite the poor record, Michigan State has played pretty well from a defensive standpoint.
On the flip side, the Spartans will struggle to move the football with any kind of consistency and put up points.
Pick: Michigan/ Michigan State 1H Under 27 -112 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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