No. 25 Michigan at Michigan State

A rivalry game Saturday pits No. 25 Michigan (5-2, 3-1) against Michigan State (3-4, 0-4) in East Lansing with kickoff at 7:45 p.m. Michigan is a heavy market favorite (around -14.5) with an over/under near 47.5, and betting and power ratings favor Michigan’s defense while MSU’s unit has been porous in conference play. MSU quarterback Aidan Chiles and reliable target Nick Marsh are key offensive weapons, but an inconsistent offensive line has frequently forced Chiles out of the pocket and limited the ground game. The Spartans’ clearest path to an upset is generating consistent pressure on Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, shoring up run defense up front, and jump-starting the running game—an avenue that could be aided by Michigan’s injured left-tackle situation. The matchup also carries narrative weight, with transfers (including Jaden Mangham) returning to East Lansing and mounting pressure on coaches and fanbases.