Michigan at Michigan State

Saturday, October 10, 1981. Michigan kept the Paul Bunyan Trophy Share

No. 6 Michigan beat Michigan State 38–⁠20. It was their 74th meeting; after it, Michigan led the series 48–⁠21–⁠5.

Away6Michigan9–⁠3 in 1981

HomeMichigan State5–⁠6 in 1981

FinalHigh 60°F, low 33°FAttendance 77,923

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan 79% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Michigan leads 75–⁠38–⁠5 in 118 meetings, counting the 44 since this game.