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The No. 8 Washington Huskies (2-0) take on the Michigan State Spartans (2-0) in college football action at Spartan Stadium (MI) in East Lansing, Michigan.
Washington vs. Michigan State Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 16.5 points, with bookmakers listing Washington as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, Washington has -821 odds to pick up the win, while Michigan State is listed at +533 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the total for the game is set at 57.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Washington vs. Michigan State Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, September 16, 2023
- Game Time: 5:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: PEAC
- Location: East Lansing, Michigan
- Stadium: Spartan Stadium (MI)
Betting Preview
Washington
Washington scored 12.3 more points per game (39.7) than Michigan State surrendered (27.4) last year. Washington was 7-4 against the spread and 9-2 overall last season when the team notched more than 27.4 points. Michigan State had a 5-5 record against the spread and a 5-6 record overall in games when it surrendered fewer than 39.7 points last year. Washington collected 515.8 yards per game last season, 99.3 more yards than the 416.5 Michigan State allowed per matchup.
Michigan State
Michigan State put up just 1.4 fewer points per game (24.4) than Washington gave up (25.8) last season. When Michigan State put up over 25.8 points last season, it was 3-3 against the spread and 4-2 overall. When Washington limited opponents to fewer than 24.4 points last year, it had a 4-2 record against the spread and a 6-0 record overall. Michigan State racked up 353 yards per game last season, only 19.7 fewer than the 372.7 Washington allowed per outing.
Washington vs. Michigan State Betting Analysis
Washington Betting Insights
Washington has covered the spread one time this season (1-1-0). Washington is winless against the spread when it has played as 16.5-point or greater favorites (0-1). Washington games have gone over the total once this season. The Huskies have been listed as the moneyline favorite only one other time so far this season, a game they won. The Huskies have yet to play a game with moneyline odds of -821 or shorter.
Michigan State Betting Insights
Michigan State is a perfect 2-0-0 against the spread so far this season. Games involving Michigan State has hit the over once this year. This is the first time the Spartans will play as underdogs this season. The Spartans have played as an underdog of +533 or more once this season and won that game.
Washington vs. Michigan State Against The Spread & Betting Records
Washington
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 61.3 | 60.9 | 61.9 |
| Implied Total AVG | 37.0 | 38.4 | 34.8 |
| ATS Record | 8-5-0 | 6-2-0 | 2-3-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 8-4-1 | 5-2-1 | 3-2-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 8-2 | 6-0 | 2-2 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 |
Michigan State
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 52.2 | 51.7 | 52.8 |
| Implied Total AVG | 33.9 | 34.1 | 33.6 |
| ATS Record | 5-6-1 | 3-4-0 | 2-2-1 |
| Over/Under Record | 5-7-0 | 4-3-0 | 1-4-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 3-1 | 3-1 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 2-6 | 1-2 | 1-4 |
Last Season’s Leaders
Washington
- Michael Penix Jr. had 31 TD passes and eight interceptions in 13 games last year, completing 65.3% of his throws for 4,641 yards (357 per game).
- In addition, Penix Jr. ran for 92 yards and four TDs.
- In 13 games, Wayne Taulapapa ran for 887 yards (68.2 per game) and 11 TDs.
- Also, Taulapapa had 24 receptions for 225 yards and one touchdown.
- In the passing game a season ago, Jalen McMillan scored nine TDs, catching 79 balls for 1,098 yards (84.5 per game).
- In the passing game, Rome Odunze scored seven TDs, hauling in 75 balls for 1,145 yards (95.4 per game).
- In 12 games last year, Alphonzo Tuputala recorded three sacks to go with six TFL and 66 tackles.
- Alex Cook registered 73 tackles and two TFL in 12 games.
- Bralen Trice had nine sacks to go with nine TFL and 38 tackles in 11 games a season ago.
- Cam Bright totaled 61 tackles, two TFL, one sack, and one interception in 11 games played in 2022.
Michigan State
- In 12 games last season, Payton Thorne threw for 2,679 yards (223.3 yards per game) while putting up 19 touchdowns, 11 interceptions and a 62.5% completion percentage.
- Thorne made an impact with his legs, too, rushing for 42 yards and one TD.
- Keon Coleman was a key cog, totaling 798 receiving yards and seven touchdowns on 58 catches.
- Jalen Berger ran for 683 rushing yards (56.9 yards per game) and six touchdowns while averaging 4.6 yards per carry.
- Berger tallied 19 grabs (on zero targets) for 128 yards and zero touchdowns in addition to the stats he posted in the ground game.
- As an important contributor in the passing offense, Jayden Reed totaled 636 receiving yards and five touchdowns on 55 catches.
- Cal Haladay helped spur the defense with 112 tackles, 10 TFL, and one sack in 11 games.
- Ben VanSumeren was on the field for nine games, compiling 94 tackles, three TFL, two sacks, and one pass defended.
- Kendell Brooks recorded 92 tackles, three TFL, and three passes defended in 10 games.
- An important player on defense, Jacoby Windmon had one interception to go with 46 tackles, nine TFL, five sacks, and two passes defended.
Washington vs. Michigan State Predictions and Pick
Washington vs. Michigan State betting card
- Pick ATS:
Washington (-16.5)
- Pick OU: Under (57.5)
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Our pick to win this game is Washington, and we project that Washington will cover the spread (Washington -16.5). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going under the posted total of 57.5 points.