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Slumping Spartans spin their wheels, fall at Illinois for third straight loss
Michigan State had a chance to get ahead in its quest for a bowl bid, but Illinois proved too much to handle in a road loss.
Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast: Complete Recap of Spartans' Loss to Illinois
Michigan State fell to 4-6 on the year with its loss to Illinois on Saturday. Our Aidan Champion breaks it down on this postgame episode of the Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast.
Watch Spartans players recap, talk disappointing loss at Illinois on Saturday
Michigan State football took another tough loss on Saturday afternoon. Michigan State dropped its third straight game on Saturday in a blowout loss at Illinois. The Spartans trailed the entire game, b
Michigan State football loss to Illinois reveals a clear mission No. 1 in offseason
Columnist Graham Couch gives his thoughts on the Michigan State Spartans' performance in defeat Saturday at Illinois with three quick takes.
One Major Silver Lining In Michigan State's Loss to Illinois
The Michigan State Spartans were hammered by the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday afternoon, falling 38-16 in a pivotal matchup that had major implications
Takeaways, observations from Michigan State’s loss at Illinois
The Spartans (4-6, 2-5 Big Ten) were unable to regroup following a bye and lost 38-16 at Illinois (7-3, 4-3) on Saturday. They’ve dropped three straight for the second time this season and six of the last seven.
Michigan State football outmatched again in 38-16 loss to Illinois
It was a new opponent, but the same Michigan State football team on Saturday, as the Spartans beat themselves too much in a loss to Illinois.
Michigan State football secondary shorthanded vs. Illinois, but offense healthy
Michigan State football starting cornerback Charles Brantley and starting safety Malik Spencer both are out vs. Illinois with injuries.
Recap: Michigan State drops to 4-6 in 38-16 loss to Illinois
The loss to Indiana dropped the Spartans' record to 4-5. In Year 1 of Jonathan Smith’s tenure, many had the goal of making a bowl game. In order for Michigan State to gain bowl eligibility, it needs to win two of its remaining three games.
Michigan State vs. Illinois score: Recap, highlights from Spartans' 38-16 loss in Week 12
Michigan State football (4-6) fell on the road at Illinois, 38-16, to extend its losing streak to three games. Check out the recap and highlights.
Illinois knocks off Michigan State 38-16, improves to 7-3
The Illini dominated the Spartans on Senior Day, picking up their first win in nearly a month. The Illinois offense showed up and showed out, with quarterback Luke Altmyer throwing for 231 yards and two touchdowns and running back Josh McCray rushing for three touchdowns on 6.
Michigan State Battles Throughout, But Illinois Proves to Be Too Much on the Road
Michigan State was handed its third straight loss on Saturday, a 38-16 defeat against Illinois. The Spartans showed promise ...
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Spartans can't hang with Illini, fall flat in Champaign
Josh McCray ran for three touchdowns and Luke Altmyer threw two TD passes, leading Illinois to a 38-16 victory Saturday over ...