Michigan State vs. Ohio State Free Pick
(The Spread) – Big Ten opponents clash in Columbus this weekend when Ohio State hosts Michigan State at 3:30PM ET on Saturday.
Odds: Oddsmakers currently list the Buckeyes as 3-point home favorites over visiting Michigan State, while the over/under total is currently sitting at 44 points. The Spartans come into this game with a 3-1 record and is 2-2 against the spread, while Ohio State is also 3-1 and also 2-2 against the number.
Line Movement: This line hasn’t moved an inch in Vegas. It opened at Ohio State –3, stayed at Ohio State –3 two days later, and is probably going to kickoff at Ohio State –3. The over/under hasn’t moved much either, although some books have the total at 43.5 now after opening at 44.
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Public Betting: Of the 5,000-plus wagers on today’s game, 50% of college football public bettors currently favor Ohio State -3. This information is subject to change leading up to kickoff, however, so make sure you click on the “Public Betting” link provided to ensure that you’re viewing the most up-to-date public betting numbers.
College Football Free Pick: Take the Buckeyes. According to latest college football trends, Michigan State is just 1-5-1 against the spread in its last seven games against Ohio State, while the favorite is 6-1-1 against the spread in the last eight meetings between these two teams. The Spartans are also 1-5 against the spread in their lat six games as a road underdog and 3-10 ATS in their last 13 games as an underdog overall. The Buckeyes are 17-4 ATS in their last 21 home games and 20-8 ATS in their last 28 games in October.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL WEEK 5 FREE PICK: OHIO STATE BUCKEYES –3
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