Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, November 18, 1961 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 21–⁠13. It was their sixth meeting; after it, the series stood even at 3–⁠3 as played.

AwayNorthwestern4–⁠5 in 1961

HomeMichigan State7–⁠2 in 1961

FinalHigh 38°F, low 24°FAttendance 51,403

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 73% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 55 since this game.

Recent meetings
2026	Northwestern 24, Michigan State 21
2021	Michigan State 38, Northwestern 21
2020	Michigan State 29, Northwestern 20
2019	Michigan State 31, Northwestern 10
2018	Northwestern 29, Michigan State 19
2017	Northwestern 39, Michigan State 31