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FOOTBALL

Liveblog: Football vs. Minnesota

The No. 16 MSU football team looks to get back on the winning track against a one-win Minnesota team. Chat with State News sports reporters during the game.

FOOTBALL

'Hard work pays off'

John Stipek is not a pouter. The senior center endured two coaches, two positions and much waiting before finally getting an opportunity to be a key player in No. 16 MSU’s 8-1 start.

FOOTBALL

Spartans not overlooking 1-win Golden Gophers

On Saturday, when No. 16 MSU (8-1 overall, 4-1 Big Ten) welcomes Minnesota (1-8, 1-4) to Spartan Stadium (noon, Big Ten Network), head coach Mark Dantonio said his team won’t have any trouble getting motivated following last season’s matchup between the two programs.