Toledo is capable of making this uncomfortable if it protects the football, but Michigan State carries the stronger roster and should have the better defensive answers over four quarters. The favorite's challenge is turning physical control into touchdowns instead of field goals.
The spread is the best expression of the matchup. Michigan State's depth should become more visible after halftime, creating a path to a two-score margin even if Toledo stays competitive early.
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