Purdue at Michigan State

Saturday, August 31, 1996

Michigan State beat Purdue 52–⁠14. It was their 51st meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 28–⁠20–⁠3 as played.

AwayPurdue3–⁠8 in 1996
14
HomeMichigan State6–⁠6 in 1996
52

FinalHigh 83°F, low 51°FAttendance 72,511

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Michigan State 61% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 36–⁠29–⁠3; as played, 38–⁠28–⁠3 in 69 meetings, counting the 18 since this game.

Recent meetings
2024Michigan State 24, Purdue 17
2021Purdue 40, Michigan State 29
2018Michigan State 23, Purdue 13
2015Michigan State 24, Purdue 21
2014Michigan State 45, Purdue 31
2013Michigan State 14, Purdue 0

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