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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Dimers' simulation model projects a 76.0% win probability for Michigan State at Spartan Stadium.
Michigan State and Toledo will meet in Week 1 college football action at Spartan Stadium on Friday, with kickoff at 8:00 PM ET.
Dimers' proven college football model projects Michigan State as the most likely winner in this Toledo vs. Michigan State prediction.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks, backed by the same system that has dominated college football and NFL betting markets across multiple seasons.
Toledo vs. Michigan State prediction and odds
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Toledo vs. Michigan State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Michigan State a 76.0% chance of defeating Toledo. Our predicted final score has Michigan State winning 28-18.
According to our model, Toledo (+13.5) has a 58.1% chance of covering the spread, while the 49.5-point over/under has a 55.4% chance of staying under.
Latest betting odds
We have sourced the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Spread: Toledo +13.5 (-112) / Michigan State -13.5 (-118)
- Moneyline: Toledo +430, Michigan State -400
- Total: Over/Under 49.5 (-110/-110)
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Model picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
- Spread: Toledo +13.5 @ -112 via FanDuel
- Moneyline: Toledo @ +430 via FanDuel
- Total: Under 49.5 @ -110 via BetMGM
According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Toledo +13.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & kickoff details
Friday's college football game between Michigan State and Toledo at Spartan Stadium is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Toledo vs. Michigan State
- Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Spartan Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict Michigan State, with a 76.0% win probability, will likely beat Toledo in Friday's college football matchup.
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