Michigan St. Spartans vs
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Michigan State Looks to End Losing Streak Against Illinois, Fighting Illini Favored by 3 Points

Michigan State will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak as they travel to Illinois on Saturday. The Spartans are 4-5 overall and 2-4 in conference play, while the Fighting Illini are 6-3 overall and 3-3 in the Big Ten. Illinois has lost their last two games, but they are favored to win by 3 points. Kick-off is set for 2:30 P.M. EST, stay tuned for our prediction and preview of this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Spartans +130 | Fighting Illini -150
• Spread: Spartans +3 (-110) | Fighting Illini -3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 47.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Illinois will win straight-up is 60%.

Michigan St. vs Illinois Stats

Michigan St. Spartans

Michigan State currently has a 4-5 overall record and a 2-4 record in conference play. After starting the season 3-0, they have lost five of their last six games, with their only win coming against Iowa at home. In their most recent game, a 47-10 loss to No. 13 Indiana, quarterback Aidan Chiles threw for 193 yards and a touchdown, but also had two interceptions. On defense, Jordan Turner leads the team with 51 tackles and Charles Brantley has three interceptions. Offensively, Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams leads the team in rushing with 469 yards and Nick Marsh leads in receiving with 553 yards. The Spartans are averaging 19.8 points per game and are allowing 24.1 points per game. They are 4-5 against the spread this season. With a power ranking of 107, Michigan State is ranked 115 in offense and #38 in defense. Their overall performance this season has been 4-5.

Illinois Fighting Illini Analysis

Illinois football currently holds a 6-3 overall record this season, with a 3-3 record in Big Ten Conference play. Despite starting the season with a 4-0 record, they have recently experienced back-to-back losses. In their last game against Minnesota, they lost 25-17, with quarterback Luke Altmyer throwing for 226 yards and a touchdown. Josh McCray rushed for 72 yards and a touchdown as well. The team is averaging 25.9 points per game on offense and allowing 21.1 points per game on defense. Illinois is 5-3-1 against the spread this season, with a 1-1-1 record when they have been favorited. The under has hit in 7 out of 9 games played by Illinois. Their power ranking is set at 75, with a ranking of 79 for offense and 34 for defense. Michigan St. has gone 2-1 in their last 3 matchups against Illinois.

Illinois Eyeing Redemption Against Michigan State: Anticipating Strong Performance to Cover Spread

Illinois, previously a top contender in the Big Ten, has faced setbacks with consecutive losses leading up to Saturday. I anticipate a strong comeback performance resulting in a significant victory to cover the spread against Michigan State. The Fighting Illini boasts a superior quarterback in Luke Altmyer and a standout rushing game with Josh McCray. The inefficiencies of Michigan State's offense suggest a low-scoring matchup, given their subpar scoring and rushing rankings. With a track record of 3-2-1 against the spread at home, Illinois is a favorable choice to cover in this game.

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