Michigan State at Notre Dame

Saturday, September 20, 1997. Michigan State took the Megaphone Trophy from Notre Dame Share

No. 17 Michigan State beat Notre Dame 23–⁠7. It was their 55th meeting; after it, Notre Dame led the series 36–⁠18–⁠1 as played.

Away17Michigan State7–⁠5 in 1997

HomeNotre Dame7–⁠6 in 1997

FinalHigh 68°F, low 50°FAttendance 80,225

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Notre Dame 61% to win. Michigan State won as Elo’s underdog.

Officially, Notre Dame leads 43–⁠28–⁠1; as played, 45–⁠28–⁠1 in 74 meetings, counting the 19 since this game.