Michigan State at Northwestern

Saturday, November 3, 1979 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 42–⁠7. It was their 24th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 17–⁠7 as played.

AwayMichigan State5–⁠6 in 1979

HomeNorthwestern1–⁠10 in 1979

FinalHigh 46°F, low 32°FAttendance 20,193

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 77% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 37 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