Northwestern at Michigan State

Saturday, October 31, 1998 Share

Michigan State beat Northwestern 29–⁠5. It was their 41st meeting; after it, Michigan State led the series 30–⁠11 as played.

AwayNorthwestern3–⁠9 in 1998

HomeMichigan State6–⁠6 in 1998

FinalHigh 54°F, low 38°FAttendance 67,473

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Michigan State 74% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

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