Michigan Wolverines at Michigan State Spartans Betting Preview

There are a number of big games on the college football schedule for Week 9, but none bigger than a top-10 matchup in the Big Ten Conference. The Michigan State Spartans host the Michigan Wolverines, and there is no love lost between these two rivals.

Michigan comes into this game with a perfect 7-0 record, and they have climbed all the way up to the number 7th ranked team in the country. The Wolverines have faced a relatively easy schedule up to this point, but this game will be a great test.

Michigan State is also 7-0 on the season, and they have been one of the biggest surprises in the country. The Spartans have had a few close calls this season but have always found a way to pull through.

The Michigan Wolverines are four-point favorites over their in-state rival on Saturday.

Wolverines Running Over Opponents

The Michigan Wolverines have a terrific rushing attack, but it’s not like they can’t attack opponents in other ways as well. Michigan is averaging over 250 rushing yards per game, and Blake Corum has been the star.

Corum leads the team with 729 rushing yards and ten touchdowns, but he will be going up against a solid run defense in this matchup. Quarterback Cade McNamara has solid stats so far this season, but the Wolverines might be forced to throw the ball more in this one.

Michigan is allowing just 14 points per game this season, but they have been dominant against some weaker opponents. The Wolverines would prefer winning games with their offense, and that will be the goal in this one.

Spartans Strong on Defense

The Michigan State Spartans have given up just 28 total points in the last two games, and that has come against two pretty solid opponents. Michigan State must first stop the run on Saturday, and that will be a tall task.

Running back Kenny Walker III has rushed for 997 yards already this season and has also found the end zone nine times. The Spartans have a more balanced offensive attack, but they also lack the explosiveness that Michigan has.

Michigan State is going to have to hit on some big plays at some point, but they also need to put together some long drives. An early lead will also allow the Michigan State home crowd to have an effect on the game.

Spartans Cover, Wolverines Win

Michigan State should get a huge boost from the home crowd on Saturday, and that will help the defense dominate. The Spartans don’t want to get into a high-scoring affair with Michigan in this game, but they have a defense that can take control.

Michigan has a rushing attack that is extremely hard to stop, and they are going to use that strategy to attack the Spartans. The Wolverines should wear down their rivals by the fourth quarter to help them pull through.

This game has a history of delivering some fantastic finishes, and that same thing should occur on Saturday. Take the four points and bet on the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday, but it will be the Michigan Wolverines that remain undefeated.

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