Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles stirred the pot earlier this week by boldly stating that those betting on the Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State game should take the over.
Interesting. Let’s delve into our projections for Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State to see what the numbers say when the two square off at East Lansing for a 7 p.m. ET kick.
In today’s analysis, we’ll share what our PRO Projections forecast for Friday's FAU vs. Michigan State spread and over/under. As it's the season opener for both teams, there's a lot on the line in setting a positive tone for the season, especially for first-year MSU head coach Jonathan Smith.
Our PRO Projections stack up in-depth proprietary betting data alongside moneyline, spread, and over/under odds from various betting platforms. By pinpointing disparities between our expert figures and market values, we provide smart picks. Each recommendation is then graded on an A, B, C scale.
Expert Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State College Football Projections Week 1
Friday’s spread for Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State pegs the Spartans as the -11.5 point favorites. However, we make the spread MSU -14, signaling a C- grade, which shows little value. Meanwhile, the over/under sits at 45.5, matching almost precisely with our projection of 45, not presenting a worthwhile betting edge.
| FL Atlantic Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+13.5 -105 | 45.5 -100o / -122u | +440 |
| Michigan St Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-13.5 -115 | 45.5 -100o / -122u | -610 |
While Friday's Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State matchup doesn't yield a substantial value-based pick (now), other Week 1 games showcase huge edges.
Here are three lines with significant value our projections have flagged for college football Week 1, including Friday night's A+ banger.
Expert Projections Best Spread Picks for Week 1
Wyoming vs. Arizona State
Odds have Wyoming at +7 for Saturday night's clash in Tempe.