Michigan State at Northwestern

Saturday, November 23, 1968 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 31–⁠14. It was their 13th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 10–⁠3 as played.

AwayMichigan State5–⁠5 in 1968

HomeNorthwestern1–⁠9 in 1968

FinalHigh 55°F, low 45°FAttendance 28,245

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 70% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 48 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