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FOOTBALL

Fourth-down plays key in Spartan victory

On Saturday, No. 10 MSU’s 31-8 victory against Minnesota at Spartan Stadium was far from being decided by a single play. However, the Spartans’ execution on fourth down alone was a major determining factor in MSU’s 23-point victory against the Golden Gophers.

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.