- Matchup: UCLA Bruins vs Michigan State Spartans
- Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Venue: Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI
- Broadcast: BTN
- Betting Odds/Point Spread: Spartans favored by 7.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 55.5 points
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This upcoming clash at Spartan Stadium will feature the Michigan State Spartans (3-2) taking on the UCLA Bruins (1-4) on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Michigan State enters this contest as 7.5-point favorites, with the total points set at 55.5.
Entering this game, the UCLA Bruins boast a 1-4 record for the season. In their latest outing, they triumphed over the Penn State Nittany Lions with a final score of 42-37. The Bruins showcased their ground game by carrying the ball 53 times for 269 yards, averaging 5.1 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 77 plays, achieving a total of 435 offensive yards. Defensively, the Bruins allowed 19 completions out of 26 attempts, translating to 200 passing yards at a completion rate of 73.1%. In terms of run defense, they permitted 157 yards on 31 carries, averaging 5.1 yards allowed per rush.
Regarding scoring, the UCLA Bruins average 19.8 points per game. Their ground game produces an average of 153.2 yards, placing them 74th in Division 1. For the season, the Bruins have accrued 1,720 total yards. In terms of touchdowns, UCLA has achieved 6 through the air and 4 on the ground. They’ve gained 96 first downs but have been hindered by 41 penalties totaling 370 yards. This season, they have turned the ball over on 4 occasions.
Defensively, the Bruins rank 124th in Division 1 for points allowed, giving up 32.4 points per game. Opponents have averaged 5.3 yards per carry and 217.6 rushing yards per game against them, accumulating 1,088 rushing yards over 5 games. Through the air, the Bruins have surrendered 876 passing yards, ranking them 24th nationally. They allow 175.2 yards through the air each game and a completion percentage of 73.1%. In total, their defense has given up 392.8 yards per game, ranking 97th in Division 1. They have allowed 10 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns.
The Michigan State Spartans come into this matchup with a 3-2 record this season. Their most recent game resulted in a 38-27 defeat against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Against Nebraska, the Spartans managed just 2.2 yards per carry, finishing with 84 rushing yards on 38 attempts. They recorded a total of 240 yards on 68 plays, averaging 3.5 yards per play. In pass defense, the Spartans allowed a completion rate of 66.7%, giving up 194 yards on 16 of 24 passing opportunities. In the ground game, they conceded 67 yards on 31 attempts, averaging 2.2 yards per rush.
Scoring-wise, the Spartans rank 51st in Division 1, averaging 32.8 points per game. They accumulate an average of 347.4 yards per gameplay, ranking them 100th in college football. The Spartans have gathered 203 penalty yards from 24 infractions, placing them 113th in college football for free yards given up. They have recorded 4 interceptions and allowed 3 fumbles while achieving 101 first downs. This season, the Spartans have thrown for a total of 1,037 passing yards, averaging 207.4 passing yards per game, putting them at 91st in the nation. Their rushing attack averages 140.0 yards per game, contributing to a total of 700 rushing yards.
Defensively, the Spartans are allowing 30.6 points per game, ranking 114th in college football. They have given up 549 rushing yards total (an average of 109.8 yards per game) and 8 rushing touchdowns. In addition, they have permitted 10 passing touchdowns, yielding 249.6 yards per game, which ranks them 110th in Division 1. The Spartans have been on the field for 309 defensive plays this season, ranking them 28th nationally. They have managed 2 fumbles and 3 interceptions overall, allowing a total of 153 points this year.
Who will emerge victorious in this Bruins vs. Spartans college football showdown against the spread?
Expert’s Prediction: Take the Bruins +7.5
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