Oregon vs. Michigan State Prediction 10-4-24 College Football Picks

In this article, we formulate an Oregon vs. Michigan State prediction for this Week 6 college football game on Friday, September 4th at Autzen Stadium. Let’s take a look at the Oregon Ducks vs. Michigan State Spartans picks.

Oregon just keeps winning

Oregon just keeps winning and has a 4-0 record overall. On Saturday, Oregon took on UCLA and secured a 34-13 win. Oregon scored 21 points in the second quarter and that was the difference in the win. Dillon Gabriel had a strong game, completing 31 of his 41 passes for 278 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Jordan James also had a strong game on the ground, rushing 20 times for 103 yards and a touchdown. This season, Gabriel has thrown for 1,192 yards, nine touchdowns and one interception. James ran 64 times for 386 yards and four touchdowns.

Oregon is averaging 36 points this season while its defense is giving up 18.8 points per game. The offense ranks 32nd in the league while the defense ranks 37th. In this game, Oregon needs to get the offense off to a fast start.

Michigan State is struggling

Michigan State has been struggling heading into this game, having lost two games in a row. Two games ago against Boston College they lost 23-19 and in their last game against Ohio State they were defeated 38-7. The only points were scored in the 2nd quarter for Michigan State, but the defense also gave up 21 points in the same quarter. Aidan Chiles completed 13 of his 19 passes for 167 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Jaron Glover also finished the game with four catches for 53 yards and a touchdown. The defensive task isn’t going to get any easier and they will need a better defense.

Michigan State averages 21.8 points per game while its defense gives up 19 points per game. The offense ranks 104th in the league while the defense ranks 39th. A quick start will be important.

Oregon vs. Michigan State Matchup/Facts

• Oregon ranks 15th among FBS teams for Q3 opponent points per game this season (2.5).
• Oregon ranks 16th among FBS teams in yards allowed per game this season (266.8).
• Michigan State ranks 20th among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (2.8).
• Michigan State ranks 109th among FBS teams for Q4 points per game (4.6) this season.

Oregon vs Michigan State Prediction

Oregon’s defense stepped up, especially in the second half of last game, and that will be the same here. Michigan State only scored seven points in their last game against Ohio State and will really struggle to get the offense going here. Oregon will continue its offensive success and ultimately pull out the win here. Support Oregon against the spread here.