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Oct 10, 2026; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Pat Fitzgerald protests calls that went against the Michigan State Spartans during the fourth quarter against Illinois Fighting Illini at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

MSU Standout Performer Must Continue Momentum Against Northwestern

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Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald looks on as the team warms up before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

How To Watch, Listen to MSU's Fascinating Game vs. Northwestern

Jacob Cotsonika

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22 Minutes Ago

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald looks on during the first quarter in the gam against Toledo on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Full Preview, Prediction for MSU's Long-Awaited Game vs. Northwestern

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 10, 2026; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Alessio Milivojevic (11) hands the ball to running back Marvis Parrish (21) during the third quarter against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

Why Quick Start Is Biggest Key for MSU vs. Northwestern

Jacob Cotsonika

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2 Hours Ago

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Hondo’s Spartan Mailbag: Fitz, Bartholomae, Izzo & MSU Busy Season

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Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald greets players on the sidelines against Eastern Michigan at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

3 Matchups To Watch During MSU's Next Test vs. Northwestern

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Oct 15, 2026

Michigan State defensive coordinator Joe Rossi looks on during the first quarter in the game against Penn State on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Why NU Offense Provides Unusual Challenge for MSU Defense

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 15, 2026

Michigan State’s Brady Pretzlaff, right, closes in on Illinois’ Aidan Laughery during the first quarter on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

MSU, Northwestern Release Initial Availability Report Before Intriguing Matchup

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 14, 2026

Michigan State’s Fredrick Moore runs after a catch against Illinois during the third quarter on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

How Fredrick Moore Gives MSU Reason for Optimism

Nathan Berry

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Oct 14, 2026

Sep 25, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Northwestern Wildcats quarterback Aidan Chiles (0) looks to throw a pass against the Indiana Hoosiers during the second half at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

MSU-Northwestern is All About Everything Else For Both Sides

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 14, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald looks on as the team warms up before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

5 Northwestern Players (Besides Chiles) MSU Must Contain

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 14, 2026

Michigan State’s Jaziun Patterson celebrates his touchdown against Illinois during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

How 'The Jazmanian Devil' Giving MSU Football Needed Bright Spot

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 14, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald leaves the field after the Spartans loss to Illinois in overtime on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

How MSU's Bowl Path Has Changed After Illinois Loss

Nathan Berry

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Oct 13, 2026

BYU wide receiver Legend Glasker runs for a touchdown while being defended by Iowa State safety Brody Miller. The No. 8 Cougars host No. 2 Notre Dame this week.

Forde-Yard Dash: Five College Football Week 7 Games With Massive Stakes for Home Team

Pat Forde

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Oct 13, 2026

Michigan State’s Joe Rossi celebrates after a Spartans fourth down stop against Illinois during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Grading Each MSU Defensive Position Group at Season's Midpoint

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 13, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald, right, talks with Kenny Soares Jr. before the football game against Toledo on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

What MSU's Fitzgerald Said About Facing Northwestern for First Time

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 12, 2026

Michigan State’s Liam Boyd makes the extra point against Eastern Michigan during the third quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

MSU Football Special Teams Review After Illinois Game

Nathan Berry

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Oct 12, 2026

Michigan State’s offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan look over the team during warmups before the football game against Nebraska on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in East Lansing.

MSU Players Whose Snap Count Increased, Decreased vs. Illinois

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 12, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald leaves the field after the Spartans loss to Illinois in overtime on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Grading Each MSU Offensive Position Group at Season's Midpoint

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Oct 12, 2026

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