Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, October 15, 1988 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 36–⁠3. It was their 33rd meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 24–⁠9 as played.

AwayNorthwestern2–⁠8–⁠1 in 1988

HomeMichigan State6–⁠5–⁠1 in 1988

FinalHigh 65°F, low 37°FAttendance 76,952

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 80% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 40–⁠21; as played, 41–⁠20 in 61 meetings, counting the 28 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