Michigan State at Michigan

Saturday, October 14, 1978. Michigan State took the Paul Bunyan Trophy from Michigan Share

Michigan State beat No. 5 Michigan 24–⁠15. It was their 71st meeting; after it, Michigan led the series 45–⁠21–⁠5.

AwayMichigan State8–⁠3 in 1978

Home5Michigan10–⁠2 in 1978

FinalHigh 57°F, low 36°FAttendance 105,132

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan 81% to win. Michigan State pulled the upset.

Michigan leads 75–⁠38–⁠5 in 118 meetings, counting the 47 since this game.