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.
Michigan State's had multiple players rise to the occasion in one of the top performances from the defense this season.
Michigan State's trio of Jalen Berger, Jarek Broussard and Elijah Collins all contributed to Saturday's upset win.
Illinois made Michigan State sweat all the way to the very last play, but MSU's defense ultimately stepped up for the upset win.
Michigan State's defense has been strong Saturday afternoon despite eight suspended players and a few more going down with injuries in the first half.
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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.
Illinois poses a strong threat on both sides of the ball.
The Michigan State offense can't fall flat this weekend like it did versus Michigan, especially with eight defensive players suspended indefinitely.
Michigan State is at a pivotal moment in its season where the Spartans could rally together or completely derail.
Justin White, Jacoby Windmon, Malcolm Jones and Brandon Wright were all added to the list of suspended MSU players.
Mel Tucker apologized Monday for his team's actions while also assuring Michigan State is cooperating with ongoing investigations.
Itayvion 'Tank' Brown, Angelo Grose, Khary Crump and Zion Young have all been suspended for their participation in Saturday night's brawl.
Keon Coleman was the lone bright spot for MSU's offense that put up just seven points versus No. 4 Michigan.
Michigan made five trips to the red zone, but only came away with one touchdown.
Michigan, Michigan State players involved in postgame 'assault' in Michigan Stadium tunnel.
Michigan State was shutout in the second half in Ann Arbor, falling 29-7.
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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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.