3-2-1 Preview: 3 Key Stats, 2 Things We Want To See, 1 Best Bet for Michigan State vs. Penn State

Michigan State is playing a game against Happy Valley on Thanksgiving. The game is a great opportunity for the Spartan fans to cheer on their team.

Penn State's secondary has been good all season. The last two games they held their opponents to under 50 percent completion. Michigan State will try to do the same this weekend.

Penn State's opponents' yards per carry is fifth-best in the Big Ten and top-20 in nation. Jalen Berger has had a great three-game stretch, with over 100 all-purpose yards in each of the last three wins.

Penn State's defense has racked up 33 sacks this season. Brandon Baldwin will start at left tackle for the game against Michigan. If Baldwin has a good game, it will be a reason to be optimistic about the future.

Tackling is crucial for Michigan State's game against Penn State. The team has been practicing without contact for the fourth straight week. Penn St. has two running backs that could be Heisman candidates in freshmen Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen.

Penn State is going to play a big game against Michigan State. The team needs to win to have a chance to get a New Year's Six bowl.

Michigan State is a favorite of 18.5 points over Penn State. The over/under for the game is 52.