Indiana at Michigan State

Saturday, November 9, 1996. Michigan State kept the Old Brass Spittoon

Michigan State beat Indiana 38–⁠15. It was their 47th meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 33–⁠12–⁠2 as played.

AwayIndiana3–⁠8 in 1996
15
HomeMichigan State6–⁠6 in 1996
38

FinalHigh 48°F, low 31°FAttendance 64,719

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Michigan State 79% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Michigan State leads 49–⁠20–⁠2; as played, 51–⁠19–⁠2 in 72 meetings, counting the 25 since this game.

Recent meetings
2025Indiana 38, Michigan State 13
2024Indiana 47, Michigan State 10
2023Michigan State 24, Indiana 21
2022Indiana 39, Michigan State 31
2021Michigan State 20, Indiana 15
2020Indiana 24, Michigan State 0

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