Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, September 14, 1974 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 41–⁠7. It was their 19th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 13–⁠6 as played.

AwayNorthwestern3–⁠8 in 1974

HomeMichigan State7–⁠3–⁠1 in 1974

FinalHigh 62°F, low 42°FAttendance 49,103

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 42 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