Pair of freshmen wideouts emerge in crucial moments of MSU's win

Cody White’s day started innocent enough in MSU's win over Indiana.

Bowl eligibility a 'big step' for Spartans

The No. 18-ranked Spartans earned a hard-fought win over Indiana Saturday, improving their record to 6-1 on the season and garnering that important sixth win to become officially bowl eligible.

The Spartans keep finding ways to win, as their goals are ahead of them

MSU’s win over the Indiana Hoosiers was never pretty. If anything, it was downright ugly.

Despite off field issues, LJ Scott took care of business

Five days after being arrested for driving without a valid license, LJ Scott’s touchdown rush with 1:49 left in the game gave the Spartans a 17-9 lead after the made extra point. The Spartans would hold off a late-game comeback from the Hoosiers to advance to 6-1 on the season and 4-0 in conference play. 

FINAL: MSU defeats Indiana 17-9, becomes bowl eligible

But in the crucial final quarter, with the game's balance hanging up in the air, MSU finished and came out on top 17-9 over the Indiana Hoosiers.

Gameday info and what you might need to know for MSU vs. Indiana

Football is back in East Lansing after a two-week hiatus, and with the tailgating comes Homecoming.

5 things to watch: MSU vs. Indiana

After two straight road games, the Spartans head back to East Lansing to take on the Indiana Hoosiers (3-3, 0-3 Big Ten) Saturday in MSU’s homecoming game.

Dantonio: LJ Scott to play Saturday despite arrest

Despite being arrested on Wednesday due to driving without a valid license, junior running back LJ Scott has resolved the issue and will play on Saturday against Indiana, head coach Mark Dantonio said in a statement Friday.

State News Sports Podcast: Indiana and High Expectations

Column: Halfway done, MSU enters crucial stretch of its season

Buckle up, MSU fans. This rest of the season — no matter what happens — should be an entertaining one. The Spartans have proven that much about themselves.

Know Thy Enemy: Battle-tested Hoosiers visit East Lansing

To better understand Indiana football, The State News interviewed Cameron Drummond, football beat reporter and sports editor for The Indiana Daily Student, and asked him four questions about the Hoosiers.

According to Dantonio, MSU hasn't yet played its best football

In a lot of ways, MSU has been a pleasant surprise.

Column: Turnovers must stop if MSU wants to contend for a Big Ten Title

If the Spartans’ turnover problems persist, the only shot MSU has to remain a contender relies on its defense.

Spartans jump to No. 18 in AP Poll

Following the Spartans' 30-27 win over Minnesota Saturday night, MSU (5-1) moved up three spots to No. 18 in the latest AP Top 25 poll.

FINAL: Backed by strong running game, MSU squeezes by Minnesota 30-27

But there would be no hangover, and a win is a win for MSU, downing the Golden Gophers 30-27. The Spartans are still undefeated in the Big Ten, amassing a 3-0 record.

Spartans say that Minnesota is no trap game

While Spartan fans across the country have been soaking in and raving about MSU’s upset victory over then-No. 7 Michigan last weekend, the team has completely put that win in its rear-view mirror and have set the main focus on Minnesota. 

State News Podcast: Minnesota and Trap Games

Sam Metry, Souichi Terada, and Colton Wood are back to talk Spartan Football as they break down the Spartans upcoming matchup with the Golden Gophers. Later on in the show they make their Big Ten Picks and talk about whether or not the term "trap game" has been killed.

Know Thy Enemy: MSU hits the road, visits an injury-plagued Minnesota

To better understand how the Minnesota Golden Gophers have looked thus far, The State News interviewed Jack Warrick, football beat writer for The Minnesota Daily, and asked him five questions about the team.

MSU pass rush facing big test against Minnesota's offensive line

If the Spartans want to show that their defense is back they've got a great chance to prove it this week against Minnesota on the road, a team that has allowed just one sack on the year and is averaging 0.2 sacks per game.

Notebook: Joe Bachie named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

After an upset road win over then-No. 7 Michigan Saturday, the Spartans are 4-1 and ranked in the AP Top 25 poll for the first time this season.