One year ago, the Washington Huskies beat the Michigan State Spartans in a 39-28 NCAA Football Betting home win. Subsequently, it sparked U-Dub to a turnaround season. Michigan State was the surprise team of the 2021 campaign. But Sparty had a target on his back for 2022, and it showed. The Spartans were sloppy. At the same time, head coach Mel Tucker lost his edge after getting a massive contract raise and extension. Tucker and the Spartans were determined to redeem themselves in 2023. But Tucker has likely coached his last game at MSU.
Washington Huskies vs. Michigan State Spartans Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, September 16, 2023, 5 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI |
| TV Coverage: | Peacock |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Washington | -16 ( -110 ) | 57½ ( -110 ) | -800 |  |
| Michigan State | +16 ( -110 ) | 57½ ( -110 ) | +550 | |
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Washington Huskies Team Overview
Last game, the Washington Huskies won 43-10 against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane as 33-point home favorites. The game went under the offshore betting total of 66. Washington has a record of 2-0 straight up, 1-0-1 against the spread, and 1-1 over/under the total. Washington ranks 6th for total offense, 1st for passing, 115th for rushing, and 9th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 79th overall, 64th against the pass, 96th against the rush, and 33rd for points allowed. Also, Washington ranks 75th for fewest turnovers lost and 33rd for takeaways.
Michael Penix Jr threw three more touchdown passes. And then wide receivers Rome Odunze and Ja’Lynn Polk ran for touchdowns on reverses. So, Washington cruised past Tulsa. Washington warmed up for this week’s big nonconference game at Michigan State with another big performance from its star quarterback. But it was a performance by the Huskies that will have some correctable moments to talk about this week.
To summarize, Penix was 28 of 38 for 409 yards. He completed passes to 10 receivers. Namely, Jalen McMillan had the biggest game with eight receptions for 120 yards and a touchdown. Penix threw his first interception of the season on a miscommunication with Odunze. Thus, he was picked off in the end zone. Odunze dropped a pair of easy catches. Yet he still finished with seven grabs for 107 yards.
Michigan State Spartans Team Overview
Last game, the Michigan State Spartans 45-14 against the Richmond Spiders as 29-point home favorites. The game went over a total of 44. MSU has a record of 2-0 straight up, 2-0 against the spread, and 1-1 over/under the total. MSU ranks 49th for total offense, 36th for passing, 79th for rushing, and 35th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 5th overall, 5th against the pass, 41st against the rush, and 16th for points allowed. Also, MSU ranks 105th for fewest turnovers lost and 87th for takeaways.
Michigan State suspended head coach Mel Tucker without pay after the game. Tucker is under investigation for sexual harassment and improper conduct. He will likely be fired in early October when the investigation concludes. Spartan assistant Harlon Barnett takes over on an interim basis for Tucker. Former head coach Mark Dantonio has come out of retirement to serve as associate head coach.
Washington at Michigan State SBG Free Picks
On this occasion, Michigan State has the revenge motive and a strong home-field advantage with a Saturday night crowd. MSU offers more intangible NCAA Football Betting value.
Washington at Michigan State SBG Best Bet: Michigan State Spartans.