Michigan State at Illinois

Saturday, September 13, 1980 Share

Illinois beat Michigan State 20–⁠17. It was their 20th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 11–⁠8–⁠1 as played.

AwayMichigan State3–⁠8 in 1980

HomeIllinois3–⁠7–⁠1 in 1980

FinalHigh 88°F, low 68°F, 0.05 in. of rainAttendance 46,377

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 56% 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 30 since this game.