Michigan State Spartans vs UCLA Bruins
Michigan State Spartans2-4
UCLA Bruins5-0An unbeaten UCLA squad hosts a Michigan State team that has dropped four straight. The Rose Bowl sets the stage for a Big Ten matchup with a significant gap in momentum between these programs right now.
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- UCLA is 5-0 in 2026, Michigan State is 2-4 and riding a four-game losing streak.
- The last meeting went to UCLA 38-13 in East Lansing in October 2025. The Bruins have the form edge heading into Pasadena.
Michigan State vs UCLA preview
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The Form Gap Is Real
UCLA is scoring 39.2 points per game and allowing just 18.0 through five contests. Michigan State is averaging 21.3 points and giving up 25.7 on a four-game skid that includes losses to Notre Dame, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and a home stumble against Illinois. The Bruins capped their run with a road win at Oregon, arguably their toughest test.
Recent History Favors the Bruins
In the one meeting listed in this window, UCLA beat Michigan State 38-13 at Spartan Stadium in October 2025. That was a 25-point margin on the road for the Bruins. Michigan State finished 4-8 last season. UCLA finished 3-9. Both programs entered 2026 with something to prove, but only one has delivered so far.
How to play it
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2026 season so far
Every result both teams have posted this season, with scoring averages.
- vs ToledoW 30-20
- vs Eastern MichiganW 35-7
- at Notre DameL 10-27
- vs NebraskaL 13-31
- at WisconsinL 3-31
- vs IllinoisL 37-38
Went 4-8 in 2025. Current streak: L4. Home: Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI.
- at CaliforniaW 45-24
- vs San Diego StateW 28-10
- vs PurdueW 52-38
- at MarylandW 54-3
- at OregonW 17-15
Went 3-9 in 2025. Current streak: W5. Home: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA.
Matchup history
Michigan State Spartans and UCLA Bruins last played on Saturday, Oct 11, 2025, when the UCLA Bruins won 38–13.
UCLAUCLA Bruins@MSUMichigan State Spartans38–13UCLAMeetings from the last 8 seasons, from ESPN.
Preseason scouting report
Michigan State Spartans
- New head coach in Pat Fitzgerald (Former Northwestern Head Coach)
- New offensive coordinator in Nick Sheridan (Alabama Co-Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach)
- Alessio Milivojevic returns at QB after starting the last four games of the season with 1,267 yards, 10 TDs and 3 INTs
- Starting RB from last season is gone. UConn transfer Cam Edwards is expected to start (1,240 yards, 15 TDs)
UCLA Bruins
- New head coach in Bob Chesney (James Madison Head Coach)
- New offensive coordinator in Dean Kennedy (James Madison Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach) and defensive coordinator in Colin Hitschler (James Madison Defensive Coordinator)
- Nico Iamaleava returns at QB after a sophomore season of 1,928 yards, 13 TDs, and 7 INTs, as well as 505 rushing yards and 4 rushing TDs
- Starting RB from last season is gone. James Madison transfer Wayne Knight is expected to start (1,373 yards - 7th in CFB, 9 TDs)
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Frequently asked questions
What time does Michigan State Spartans vs UCLA Bruins start?+
Michigan State Spartans at UCLA Bruins kicks off Saturday, Oct 24, 1:00 PM ET at Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. Start times are listed in Eastern; check your own zone if you are watching from elsewhere.
Who is favored in Michigan State Spartans vs UCLA Bruins?+
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What is the spread for Michigan State Spartans vs UCLA Bruins?+
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What are Michigan State and UCLA's records in 2026?+
The Michigan State Spartans are 2-4 and the UCLA Bruins are 5-0 this season. Michigan State is scoring 21.3 points a game and allowing 25.7; UCLA is scoring 39.2 and allowing 18.
When did Michigan State and UCLA last play?+
They last met on Saturday, Oct 11, 2025, when UCLA Bruins won 38-13 at Spartan Stadium.
What is the "community lean" on this game?+
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When do the lines lock?+
Markets lock at kickoff, Saturday, Oct 24, 1:00 PM ET. Prices move as money comes in beforehand, so the community lean and the best number can shift right up until the game starts.
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