Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, October 24, 1964 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 24–⁠6. It was their ninth meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 6–⁠3 as played.

AwayNorthwestern3–⁠6 in 1964

HomeMichigan State4–⁠5 in 1964

FinalHigh 56°F, low 28°FAttendance 66,311

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 61% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 52 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