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Preview: Michigan State returns to the Woodshed to face struggling Rutgers
Last weekend, Michigan State pulled off an upset on the road against No. 14 Illinois. Rutgers, on the other hand, is coming off of a 52-17 loss at the hands of Michigan. With both teams currently sitting at 4-5 on the season, bowl game eligibility is in the foreground of this weekend’s matchup.
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Michigan State defense finally showing signs of life with bowl eligibility on the line
Michigan State's defense has made immense strides over the last three weeks.
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MSU rushing offense hopes to keep momentum going following promising Illinois showing
MSU's ground attack played a big part in its upset win over Illinois. Now, the Spartans must keep it going if they hope to reach six wins and a bowl game.
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Column: Michigan State’s win in Champaign is one of the most important of Tucker’s tenure
The odds were stacked against Michigan State heading into Saturday afternoon for plenty of reasons, yet MSU pulled off an upset worth more than just an addition to the win column.
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Improving and undermanned Michigan State defense forces upset win at Illinois
Michigan State's had multiple players rise to the occasion in one of the top performances from the defense this season.
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FINAL: Shorthanded Michigan State survives to pull off 23-15 upset over Illinois
Illinois made Michigan State sweat all the way to the very last play, but MSU's defense ultimately stepped up for the upset win.
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2022 State News Gambling Guide: Week 9
Eli loved his South Alabama pick so much from last week that he's going back to the Jaguars this week.
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Know Thy Enemy: Depleted Michigan State heads back to the road against No. 14 Illinois
The State News’ football beat writer Alex Faber spoke with Jonathan Alday of The Daily Illini to get a preview of what Michigan State can expect Saturday afternoon.
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'The world’s not stopping for us': the show must go on for MSU following Saturday night’s fiasco
Michigan State is at a pivotal moment in its season where the Spartans could rally together or completely derail.
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Tucker addresses tunnel altercation and subsequent suspensions at Monday’s press conference
Mel Tucker apologized Monday for his team's actions while also assuring Michigan State is cooperating with ongoing investigations.
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Michigan State offense shutout in final three quarters versus Michigan
Keon Coleman was the lone bright spot for MSU's offense that put up just seven points versus No. 4 Michigan.
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HALF: Michigan State keeping things close with No. 4 Michigan, trail 13-7
Michigan State is hanging around No. 4 Michigan despite two failed fourth down conversions and 245 yards of offense gained by the Wolverines.
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2022 State News Gambling Guide: Week 8
The State News has you covered with locks all the way from Ohio State-Penn State to South Alabama-Arkansas State.
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Preview: Michigan State, Mel Tucker aim for third straight win over Michigan
Michigan State picked up its first Big Ten win of the season two weeks ago and now faces one of its toughest tests of the season Saturday night.
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Michigan State fans recall highlights from Michigan rivalry
The Michigan State-Michigan rivalry has fostered numerous iconic moments over the 115 years of its playing.
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Michigan State defense prepping for lethal Michigan ground game
Michigan’s running game is just one strength of a team that has plenty of weapons on offense. If Michigan State has any hope of pulling off an incredible rivalry upset this Saturday, stopping the Wolverines running game will be key.
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Mel Tucker talks bye week, rivalry prep as Michigan game looms
“We all know this weekend isn't just another game for us,” Mel Tucker said Monday.
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Penalties can’t be an issue if Michigan State wants to finish season on a good note
Michigan State was able to overcome undisciplined penalties against Wisconsin, but those penalties must be eliminated moving forward if MSU hopes to make a bowl game.
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2022 State News Gambling Guide: Week 8
Alex had his first 3-0 Saturday of the season, just in time to ride a hot streak heading into Michigan State's bye.