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Big Ten foes will clash when the Michigan State Spartans (4-5) meet the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (4-5).
Michigan State vs. Rutgers Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 10 points, with oddsmakers listing Michigan State as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, Michigan State has -412 odds to pick up the win, while Rutgers is listed at +304 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the total for the game is set at 41 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Michigan State vs. Rutgers Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, November 12, 2022
- Game Time: 12:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: BTN
- Location: East Lansing, Michigan
- Stadium: Spartan Stadium
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Michigan State
Michigan State ranks 23rd-worst in total offense (332.1 yards per game), but has played a little better on defense, ranking 105th with 426.7 yards allowed per contest. Michigan State is putting up 24.3 points per game on offense (93rd in the FBS), and ranks 68th defensively with 26.0 points allowed per game. Michigan State is putting up 233.0 passing yards per game offensively this year (67th in the FBS), and is allowing 259.8 passing yards per game (106th) on the defensive side of the ball. Michigan State ranks 11th-worst in rushing offense (99.1 rushing yards per game), but has played better on defense, ranking 95th with 166.9 rushing yards allowed per contest. Despite sporting a bottom-25 defense on third down that ranks 21st-worst in the FBS (44.0% third-down percentage), Michigan State has had more success offensively, ranking 78th in the FBS by putting up a 38.5% third-down conversion rate. Michigan State ranks 100th in college football with an even turnover margin after forcing 12 turnovers (78th in the FBS) and committing 12 (52nd in the FBS).
Rutgers
Rutgers ranks seventh-worst in total yards per game on offense (290.3), but at least it has been playing well on the other side of the ball, ranking 15th-best in total yards surrendered per game (306.8). Rutgers’ offense has been a bottom-25 unit this season, compiling 19.8 points per game, which ranks 18th-worst in the FBS. On the defensive side of the ball, it ranks 66th with 25.8 points ceded per contest. Rutgers ranks 10th-worst in passing yards per game on offense (156.6), but at least it has been playing well on the defensive side of the ball, ranking 15th-best in passing yards surrendered per game (179.3). Rutgers is putting up 133.8 rushing yards per game on offense this season (90th-ranked). Meanwhile, it is allowing 127.4 rushing yards per contest (43rd-ranked) on defense. Rutgers ranks 11th-worst in third-down conversion percentage (29.0%), but it has been better defensively, ranking 45th in the FBS with a 36.3% third-down rate allowed. Rutgers has a -5 turnover margin this season, which ranks 100th in the FBS.
Michigan State vs. Rutgers Betting Analysis
Michigan State Betting Insights
Michigan State has covered the spread five times over nine games with a set spread. Michigan State is a perfect 2-0 ATS when playing as at least 10-point favorites. Michigan State games have finished with a final combined score above the over/under three times this season. The Spartans have been the moneyline favorite just two other times so far this season, and they won both of the games. The Spartans have played as a moneyline favorite of -412 or shorter in just two games this season, and they won both.
Scarlet Knights Betting Insights
Rutgers have put together a 5-4-0 record against the spread this season. Rutgers is 1-2 ATS when playing as at least 10-point underdogs. This season, Rutgers games have hit the over four times. The Scarlet Knights have entered the game as underdogs four times this season and won once. The Scarlet Knights have a record of 0-3 in games where sportsbooks have them as underdogs of at least +304 on the moneyline.
Michigan State vs. Rutgers Against The Spread & Betting Records
Michigan State
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 54.1 | 55.0 | 52.9 |
| Implied Total AVG | 35.1 | 37.0 | 32.8 |
| ATS Record | 5-4-0 | 3-2-0 | 2-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 3-6-0 | 2-3-0 | 1-3-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-0 | 2-0 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 2-5 | 1-2 | 1-3 |
Scarlet Knights
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 46.8 | 46.5 | 47.1 |
| Implied Total AVG | 33.0 | 32.4 | 33.8 |
| ATS Record | 5-4-0 | 3-2-0 | 2-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 4-5-0 | 3-2-0 | 1-3-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 1-3 | 0-2 | 1-1 |
Players to Watch
Michigan State
- Jacoby Windmon has hit the gridiron for nine games, collecting 5.5 sacks to go with 3.0 TFL, 48 tackles, and one interception for the Spartans.
- With 75 tackles, 6.0 TFL, and 1.5 sacks in nine games, Cal Haladay has been a big contributor to the Spartans’ defensive unit in 2022.
- Kendell Brooks has helped lead the Spartans’ defense with 75 tackles and 3.0 TFL in nine games.
- The Spartans’ defensive unit has been aided by the play of Ameer Speed, who has played nine games, amassing 1.0 TFL and 56 tackles.
Scarlet Knights
- Christian Izien has posted 47 tackles, 3.0 TFL, and 1.5 sacks in nine games for the Scarlet Knights.
- Deion Jennings has been providing a big boost on defense, totaling 54 tackles and 4.0 TFL for the Scarlet Knights.
- In nine games for the Scarlet Knights, Tyreem Powell has posted 35 tackles, 5.0 TFL, and four sacks.
- With one interception to go with 38 tackles and one pass defended in nine games, Avery Young has been providing a big boost on defense for the Scarlet Knights.
Michigan State vs. Rutgers Predictions and Pick
Michigan State vs. Rutgers betting card
- Pick ATS:
Spartans (-10)
Pick OU:
Over (41)
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Our prediction to win this game is Michigan State, and we project that Michigan State will cover the spread (Michigan State -10). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 41 points.