Michigan State at Northwestern

Saturday, November 22, 1969 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 39–⁠7. It was their 14th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 11–⁠3 as played.

AwayMichigan State4–⁠6 in 1969

HomeNorthwestern3–⁠7 in 1969

FinalHigh 52°F, low 31°FAttendance 25,606

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 57% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 47 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