Michigan St. Spartans vs UCLA Bruins Predictions October 24, 2026
UCLA will beat Michigan State 24-14 on October 24, with the Bruins' sustained defensive success providing the strongest matchup advantage. UCLA has held four opponents below 300 yards and allowed just five third-down conversions in its past three games. Under 47.5 (-110) is the best wager at the supplied SportsJaw price; the Bruins' -12.5 spread is a Pass.
Michigan St. Spartans vs UCLA Bruins prediction and best bet
UCLA is the pick to win, while Under 47.5 (-110) offers the stronger betting case. The Bruins' defensive results extend beyond their latest victory: four opponents have finished below 300 total yards this season. That repeated success supports a forecast in which Michigan State struggles to score enough to push the total above 47.5.
The spread asks a different question. UCLA must win by at least 13 points to cover -12.5, and its most recent victory was 17-7 over Wisconsin. A similar separation would reward the Bruins on the scoreboard without rewarding their spread backers. The projected 10-point margin makes laying the points less appealing than betting the Under.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Michigan St. Spartans at UCLA Bruins, 2026 college football season.
Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT.
Venue: Rose Bowl.
Broadcast: CBS.
Records: Michigan St. Spartans 2-5; UCLA Bruins 6-0.
SportsJaw odds: Michigan St. Spartans +13.5 (-109); UCLA Bruins -13.5 (-113). Moneyline: Michigan St. Spartans +400; UCLA Bruins -535. Total: Over 47.5 (-107); Under 47.5 (-114).