Predicting Every Game On The Schedule

Will Michigan State Go Bowling in 2024?

Predicting Every Game on the Schedule

Opponents, Spread, and Confidence Level

After a disappointing 5-7 finish in 2023, Michigan State football is looking to rebound in 2024. With a favorable schedule, the Spartans have a good chance to return to a bowl game.

Here are game-by-game predictions for Michigan State's 2024 season:

Week 1: vs. Bowling Green (FCS) * Spread: -35 * Confidence Level: High

The Spartans should open the season with an easy win over FCS opponent Bowling Green.

Week 2: at Pittsburgh * Spread: -3 * Confidence Level: Medium

Michigan State faces a tough road test in Week 2 against Pittsburgh, who upset the Spartans in 2023.

Week 3: vs. Northern Illinois (MAC) * Spread: -24 * Confidence Level: High

The Spartans should bounce back with a comfortable win over Northern Illinois.

Week 4: at Purdue * Spread: -7 * Confidence Level: Medium

Purdue is a tough opponent on the road, but Michigan State has won the last two meetings.

Week 5: vs. Ohio State * Spread: -21 * Confidence Level: Low

Ohio State is a national title contender, and Michigan State will be a heavy underdog in this matchup.

Week 6: at Iowa * Spread: -3 * Confidence Level: Medium

Michigan State and Iowa are evenly matched, and the outcome of this game could go either way.

Week 7: vs. Indiana * Spread: -14 * Confidence Level: High

Indiana is a beatable opponent, and Michigan State should win this game at home.

Week 8: at Minnesota * Spread: -3 * Confidence Level: Medium

Minnesota is a tough opponent, but Michigan State has won the last three meetings.

Week 9: Bye Week 10: vs. Wisconsin * Spread: -3 * Confidence Level: Medium

Wisconsin is a tough opponent, but Michigan State is 4-1 against the Badgers in the last five meetings.

Week 11: at Maryland * Spread: -7 * Confidence Level: Medium

Maryland is a beatable opponent, but the game is on the road.

Week 12: vs. Penn State * Spread: -10 * Confidence Level: Low

Penn State is a national title contender, and Michigan State will be a heavy underdog in this matchup.

Week 13: at Rutgers * Spread: -14 * Confidence Level: High

Rutgers is a beatable opponent, and Michigan State should win this game on the road.

Overall Record Prediction: 8-4 (5-4 Big Ten)

Based on these predictions, Michigan State should be favored to return to a bowl game in 2024. The Spartans have a favorable schedule, and they should be able to win at least six games.