Michigan at Michigan State

Saturday, October 12, 1985. Michigan took the Paul Bunyan Trophy from Michigan State Share

No. 3 Michigan beat Michigan State 31–⁠0. It was their 78th meeting; after it, Michigan led the series 51–⁠22–⁠5.

Away3Michigan10–⁠1–⁠1 in 1985

HomeMichigan State7–⁠5 in 1985

FinalHigh 57°F, low 39°F, 0.05 in. of rainAttendance 78,235

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan 67% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Michigan leads 75–⁠38–⁠5 in 118 meetings, counting the 40 since this game.