Michigan Wolverines vs Michigan State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/25

The Michigan Wolverines will travel to East Lansing for a Week 9 showdown against the Michigan State Spartans. This Big Ten matchup takes place at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the game live on NBC.

Michigan enters the game ranked 25th in the AP Poll with a 5-2 record. They have been strong at home but are 1-2 on the road. Michigan State has struggled this season with a 3-4 record but holds a 3-1 record at home. Both teams aim to improve their standing in the Big Ten conference.

Michigan Team Preview

The Michigan Wolverines are coming off a win against the Washington Huskies. They won 24-7 at Michigan Stadium. In that game, they had 230 passing yards and 189 rushing yards.

Earlier in the season, the Wolverines faced the USC Trojans. They lost 31-13 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. In that game, Michigan had 207 passing yards and 109 rushing yards.

On the offensive side, Bryce Underwood leads the team as quarterback. He has thrown for 1,440 yards and 7 touchdowns in 7 games. Justice Haynes is the top rusher with 705 yards and 8 touchdowns in 6 games.

Michigan vs Michigan State Game Day Info

• Sport: NCAA Football
• Teams: Michigan Wolverines vs. Michigan State Spartans
• Venue: Spartan Stadium (MI), East Lansing, MI
• Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
• Betting Odds: Michigan Moneyline -620, Michigan State Moneyline +444

Michigan State Team Preview

The Michigan State Spartans have faced some challenges this season. In recent games, they lost to Indiana, UCLA, and Nebraska. Their only win in the past five games was against Youngstown State with a score of 41-24.

The Spartans’ offense has been struggling, ranking 83rd in passing yards and 97th in rushing yards. Aidan Chiles is their top quarterback, with 1,262 passing yards and 10 touchdowns this season. Makhi Frazier leads the rushing attack with 384 yards and two touchdowns.

Injuries have also affected the Spartans, with several key players out or questionable. Alante Brown and Grady Kelly are among those uncertain to play. The team will need to overcome these challenges to improve their performance.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Michigan to cover the -14 spread. Michigan’s defense ranks 58th in points against, while Michigan State allows a lot more, ranking 121st. The projected score is Michigan 35, Michigan State 17, which supports Michigan covering the spread.

For the total, go with the over on 48.5 points. Michigan scores often, with 201 points this season, and Michigan State’s defense has given up 229 points. The projected total is 52 points, suggesting the game will go over the set line.