Michigan at Michigan State

Saturday, October 8, 1983. Michigan kept the Paul Bunyan Trophy Share

No. 14 Michigan beat Michigan State 42–⁠0. It was their 76th meeting; after it, Michigan led the series 50–⁠21–⁠5.

Away14Michigan9–⁠3 in 1983

HomeMichigan State4–⁠6–⁠1 in 1983

FinalHigh 70°F, low 46°F, 0.03 in. of rainAttendance 78,033

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan 68% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Michigan leads 75–⁠38–⁠5 in 118 meetings, counting the 42 since this game.