Illinois at Michigan State

Saturday, October 20, 1973

Illinois beat Michigan State 6–⁠3. It was their 13th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 7–⁠6 as played.

AwayIllinois5–⁠6 in 1973
6
HomeMichigan State5–⁠6 in 1973
3

FinalHigh 68°F, low 42°FAttendance 63,303

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Michigan State 57% to win. Illinois won as Elo’s underdog.

Officially, Michigan State leads 26–⁠21–⁠2; as played, 27–⁠21–⁠2 in 50 meetings, counting the 37 since this game.

Recent meetings
2026Illinois 38, Michigan State 37
2024Illinois 38, Michigan State 16
2022Michigan State 23, Illinois 15
2019Illinois 37, Michigan State 34
2016Illinois 31, Michigan State 27
2013Michigan State 42, Illinois 3

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