Indiana vs Michigan State Picks and Prediction – 11/2/2024

The undefeated Indiana Hoosiers (8-0, 5-0 Big Ten) travel to face the Michigan State Spartans (4-4, 2-3 Big Ten) in a Big Ten showdown. The Hoosiers recently defeated Washington 31-17, while the Spartans are looking to bounce back from a 24-17 loss to Michigan. Indiana aims to extend its perfect season, and Michigan State seeks a crucial home win. Slam dunk your bets with our College Basketball picks.

Indiana’s offense is led by quarterback Kurtis Rourke, who has racked up 1,941 passing yards with 15 touchdowns against only three interceptions. Justice Ellison leads the rushing attack with 637 yards and nine touchdowns, while Elijah Sarratt has contributed 590 receiving yards and three scores. This balanced offense has driven Indiana’s dominant scoring, averaging over 40 points per game in recent contests by utilizing both the ground game and passing efficiently, leaving defenses struggling to keep pace.

Defensively, Indiana has excelled at containing opponents. Linebacker Aiden Fisher leads with 75 tackles, and Amare Ferrell has two interceptions, bolstering a defense that has held teams to just under 20 points per game. Indiana’s pass rush, responsible for 24 sacks, has effectively disrupted opposing offenses, solidifying them as one of the more balanced teams in the conference on both ends of the field.

Michigan State’s offense has been inconsistent, led by quarterback Aidan Chiles with 1,657 passing yards, seven touchdowns, and nine interceptions. Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams leads the ground game with 459 yards, while Nick Marsh provides a deep threat with 475 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Michigan State’s offense lacks Indiana’s consistency, and the Spartans have struggled to convert scoring chances against tougher defenses.

Defensively, Michigan State has had difficulty against high-powered offenses. Jordan Turner leads the unit with 48 tackles, and Charles Brantley has three interceptions. However, they allow over 25 points per game and struggle in the red zone. Despite 15 sacks on the season, the pressure hasn’t been sufficient against stronger teams, which could leave them vulnerable to Indiana’s versatile offense.

Indiana’s balanced attack and consistent scoring should prove too much for Michigan State, whose defensive struggles continue to be an issue. Final Score Prediction: Indiana Hoosiers win 34-17.