- Matchup: Washington Huskies vs. Michigan State Spartans
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Venue: Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI
- Broadcast: BTN
- Betting Odds: Spartans (+3.0)
- Total Points: 42.5
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The Michigan State Spartans, currently holding a record of 3-6, are set to face off against the Washington Huskies, who come in at 5-4, on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Spartan Stadium. Michigan State enters this game as 3-point underdogs according to Las Vegas bookmakers, with an over/under established at 42.5 points.
This season, the Washington Huskies have amassed a 5-4 record. In their previous encounter, they faced the Penn State Nittany Lions, resulting in a close loss, 28-25. In terms of run defense, the Huskies conceded 174 yards on 37 carries, averaging 4.7 yards per carry. Through the air, Washington allowed 16 completions on 27 throws for 240 yards, achieving a completion percentage of 59.3%. The Huskies managed a total of 58 plays, racking up 306 yards of offense. They executed 25 rushing plays for a total of 134 yards, averaging 5.4 yards per carry.
This year, the Huskies have totaled 3,280 yards of offense. They have been productive in the end zone, accumulating 19 touchdowns through the air and 8 on the ground, but they have also turned the ball over 10 times. Washington has recorded 173 first downs and has been penalized 66 times for 548 yards. On the ground, they average 99.3 rushing yards per game, placing them 131st in the nation. In scoring, the Huskies average 26.3 points per game.
Defensively, Washington has allowed 1,930 passing yards, ranking 64th at the FBS level. Their opponents are averaging 214.4 passing yards per game against them, with a completion percentage of 59.2%. Overall, the Huskies have given up 350.4 yards per contest, placing them 60th nationally. They have surrendered 13 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, allowing an average of 4.0 yards per carry and 136.0 rushing yards per game. In total, they have conceded 1,224 rushing yards through 9 games, ranking 46th in FBS in team defense, permitting 21.9 points per game.
The Spartans enter this matchup with a season record of 3-6. Their most recent game ended in a victory against the Michigan Wolverines, with a score of 15-6. In this game, Michigan State averaged 2.6 yards per carry, totaling 110 yards on 43 carries. They completed 298 yards of offense over 75 plays, averaging 4.0 yards per play. The Spartans’ secondary allowed a completion percentage of 53.8%, yielding 138 passing yards on 14 completions out of 26 attempts, while giving up 54 yards on 26 rushing attempts (2.1 yards per carry).
When it comes to scoring, Michigan State ranks 128th among college teams, averaging just 19.3 points per game. Their offensive output is only 292.1 yards per contest, placing them 133rd nationwide. The Spartans have also faced challenges with penalties, totaling 403 yards over 44 infractions, ranking 120th in D-1 football. They have thrown 6 interceptions and lost 5 fumbles, earning 164 first downs. On the passing front, they have accumulated 1,638 yards, averaging 182.0 yards per game, which is 117th in the division. Their ground game yields an average of 110.1 yards per game, with a season total of 991 rushing yards.
Defensively, Michigan State has allowed a total of 1,284 rushing yards (142.7 yards per game) and 15 rushing touchdowns. Through the air, they have conceded 11 passing touchdowns and 194.3 yards per game, ranking them 43rd in the nation. So far this season, they have given up 212 points, with impacts from 5 fumbles and 4 interceptions. The Spartans’ defense has participated in 562 plays, placing them 36th nationally. They are permitting an average of 23.6 points per game, putting them at 61st in the country.
Who will come out on top in this thrilling matchup between the Huskies and Spartans?
Pick: Consider taking the Spartans +3.0
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