Nebraska vs Michigan State: The Game-Changing Clash You Can’t Miss Today – Here’s How to Watch Live!

Saturday’s clash at Memorial Stadium sets the stage as Nebraska hosts Michigan State to close out its current homestand, and both squads—standing evenly with 3-1 records—are eager to shake off their recent setbacks following a much-needed bye week. The Huskers experienced a heartbreaker against Michigan, falling 30-27, while the Spartans stumbled to USC, 45-31, each showcasing resilience but searching for that defining moment to right their course. Nebraska’s offense, a juggernaut averaging nearly 500 yards and 43 points per game, will test a Spartan defense that concedes over 380 yards per contest. Meanwhile, the Spartans look to leverage their own offensive production and tighten up defensively to challenge the Huskers’ dominance. Historically, Nebraska maintains the upper hand, leading the series 9-4, but Michigan State has clinched the last two meetings, including a nail-biting 20-17 win last season. This game promises intense action, tactical battles, and high stakes as both teams vie for supremacy in one of college football’s compelling midseason matchups. LEARN MORE

The Nebraska football team (3-1, 0-1) will wrap up a four-game homestand on Saturday afternoon when it hosts the Michigan State Spartans (3-1, 0-1). Both teams are coming off a bye week.

The Huskers lost their last game to Michigan, 30-27, on Sept. 20. The Spartans fell in their previous game to USC, 45-31, as well.

Nebraska averages 496.5 yards of total offense and 43.5 points per game. Defensively, they surrender 249.3 yards per game and 13.5 points per game.

Michigan State averages 374.2 yards of total offense and 34.25 points per game. Defensively, they surrender 384.0 yards and 28.75 points per game.

This will be the 14th meeting all-time between these two schools. The Huskers lead the all-time series with a record of 9-4, although the Spartans have won the last two games, including a 20-17 defeat in 2023.

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Here’s how to watch the Nebraska football vs Michigan State game today, including time, TV schedule, and streaming information:

What channel is Nebraska football vs Michigan State on today?

TV Channel: FS1

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Nebraska football vs Michigan State can be seen on FS1. Tim Brando and Devin Gardner will call the game from the booth at Memorial Stadium, with Josh Sims reporting from the sidelines. Streaming options for the game include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

Nebraska football vs Michigan State time today

Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
Start time: 3 p.m. CT

The Nebraska football vs Michigan State game starts at 3:00 p.m. CT from Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb.

Nebraska football vs Michigan State predictions, picks, odds

Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday, Oct. 3

MONEY: Nebraska (-450)

ODDS: Nebraska -11 1/2 (-115)

O/U: 49 1/2 (-115)

Nebraska football schedule 2025 (3-1, 0-1)

Aug. 28 – at Cincinnati (Arrowhead Stadium) – WIN 20-17
Sep. 6 – vs. Akron – WIN 68-0
Sep. 13 – vs. Houston Christian – WIN – 59-7
Sep. 20 – vs. Michigan – LOSS – 27-30
Oct. 4 – vs. Michigan State
Oct. 11 – at Maryland, 2:30 p.m. CT (BTN)
Oct. 17 – at Minnesota, 7 p.m. CT (Fox)
Oct. 25 – vs. Northwestern, TBA
Nov. 1 – vs. USC, TBA
Nov. 8 – at UCLA, TBA
Nov. 22 – at Penn State, TBA
Nov. 28 – vs. Iowa, 11 a.m. CT (CBS)

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