UCLA Bruins vs Michigan State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/11

College Football Preview

In Week 7 of the 2025 season, the UCLA Bruins travel to face the Michigan State Spartans. The game will take place at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, MI. Fans can catch the action on BTN at 12:00 PM.

UCLA enters this game with a 1-4 record, struggling on the road with a 0-2 mark. Michigan State holds a 3-2 record, with an unbeaten 3-0 at home. Both teams are part of the Big Ten Conference, adding extra importance to this game.

UCLA Team Preview

The UCLA Bruins have had a tough season so far. They have one win and four losses in their recent games. Their last game was a win against Penn State with a score of 42-37.

In their recent loss to Northwestern, the Bruins scored 14 points. They had more passing yards with 180 compared to Northwestern’s 115. However, they struggled with rushing, gaining only 131 yards while Northwestern had 199.

UCLA’s offense has been inconsistent this season. They rank 81st in points scored and 100th in passing yards. Their defense ranks 101st in points allowed, which shows room for improvement.

UCLA vs Michigan State Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: UCLA Bruins vs. Michigan State Spartans
  • Venue: Spartan Stadium (MI) in East Lansing, MI
  • Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
  • Betting Odds: UCLA +256, Michigan State -322

Michigan State Team Preview

The Michigan State Spartans started their 2025 season strong with three wins. They defeated Western Michigan 23-6 and Boston College 42-40 at home. The Spartans also won against Youngstown State 41-24, showing a solid performance at Spartan Stadium.

In recent games, the Spartans faced challenges on the road. They lost to USC 45-31 and Nebraska 38-27. Despite these losses, they showed good effort with a total of 36 first downs across both games.

Michigan State’s offense ranks 41st in points for this season. Aidan Chiles leads the team with 953 passing yards. On defense, the Spartans rank 13th in sacks, showing strength in pressuring the quarterback.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, pick Michigan State to cover -8.5. UCLA’s defense has allowed 162 points this season, ranking 101st, while Michigan State has scored 164 points, ranking 41st. The projected score is Michigan State 34, UCLA 21, which supports Michigan State covering the spread.

For the over/under, take the over 55.0. Combined, both teams have scored 263 points this season. The projected total score is 55, matching the over/under line, but with both offenses having potential, it leans toward going over.