Michigan State at Michigan

Saturday, November 2, 1996. Michigan took the Paul Bunyan Trophy from Michigan State Share

No. 9 Michigan beat Michigan State 45–⁠29. It was their 89th meeting; after it, Michigan led the series 58–⁠26–⁠5.

AwayMichigan State6–⁠6 in 1996

Home9Michigan8–⁠4 in 1996

FinalHigh 37°F, low 29°FAttendance 106,381

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan 72% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Michigan leads 75–⁠38–⁠5 in 118 meetings, counting the 29 since this game.