Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, November 6, 1982 Share

Northwestern beat Michigan State 28–⁠24. It was their 27th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 19–⁠8 as played.

AwayNorthwestern3–⁠8 in 1982

HomeMichigan State2–⁠9 in 1982

FinalHigh 36°F, low 29°FAttendance 53,513

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 76% to win. Northwestern pulled the upset.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 34 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