Western Michigan at Michigan State

Saturday, September 27, 1980 Share

Michigan State beat Western Michigan 33–⁠7. It was their second meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 2–⁠0 as played.

AwayWestern Michigan7–⁠4 in 1980

HomeMichigan State3–⁠8 in 1980

FinalHigh 56°F, low 33°FAttendance 75,123

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

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

Officially, Michigan State leads 13–⁠0; as played, 14–⁠0 in 14 meetings, counting the 12 since this game.

Recent meetings
2025	Michigan State 23, Western Michigan 6
2022	Michigan State 35, Western Michigan 13
2019	Michigan State 51, Western Michigan 17
2017	Michigan State 28, Western Michigan 14
2015	Michigan State 37, Western Michigan 24
2013	Michigan State 26, Western Michigan 13