Michigan State (3–1) and Nebraska (3–1) face off in a Week 6 matchup between two teams seeking their first Big Ten win of the 2025 season. Both enter with strong non-conference starts but face mounting pressure to prove themselves in league play.
Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles has shown steady growth, completing 68.6% of his passes for 868 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 1 interception through four games. He’s also added 154 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, showcasing improved mobility and poise in the pocket. But the Spartan offense faces a significant test against the nation’s best pass defense.
The Spartans’ biggest concern remains protection and consistency up front, especially with starting left tackle Stanton Ramil sidelined for about a month. Defensively, Michigan State has struggled to contain opposing quarterbacks — allowing roughly 263 passing yards per game. They rank near the bottom of the FBS in third-down stops.
Nebraska, meanwhile, is led by freshman standout Dylan Raiola, who’s off to a blistering start with 1,137 yards, 11 touchdowns, and just 1 interception on a 75.6% completion rate (102/135). His accuracy and decision-making have been elite, giving the Cornhuskers confidence in tight-game situations.
The ground game runs through Emmett Johnson, who’s posted 391 yards on 71 carries (5.5 avg) and 4 touchdowns, giving Nebraska the balance it needs. In the passing attack, Jacory Barney Jr. leads with 301 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns, while Dane Key and NyZiah Hunter provide reliable secondary targets.
Defensively, Nebraska excels at limiting the pass, holding opponents to about 75.8 passing yards per game. But they remain vulnerable on the ground, yielding over 170 rushing yards per game. Expect the Cornhuskers to focus on exploiting Michigan State’s soft run defense and controlling tempo behind Johnson and Raiola’s efficient play-action looks.
Prediction
Nebraska is a clear favorite at home. Their balance — strong passing defense, a dangerous QB in Raiola, plus MSU’s defensive flaws — tilts things in their favor. MSU can keep this within reach if they find chunk runs and force turnovers, but expect the Cornhuskers to win this one convincingly.
Projected Score: Nebraska 31, Michigan State 17
How to Watch Michigan State vs. Nebraska
Kickoff for today’s game between Michigan State and Nebraska is set for 4:00 PM Eastern (3:00 PM Central) at Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE.
The game airs live on FS1 and streams on the FOX Sports app and website.
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Michigan State vs. Nebraska
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m. Eastern
Venue: Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, NE
TV: FS1
Streaming: FOX Sports app and website
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