Michigan was far from perfect, but it was much better than MSU, which remains winless in the Big Ten in Jonathan Smith's second season.

After Michigan State football suffered its fifth straight loss and fourth in a row to rival Michigan, coach Jonathan Smith's clock is ticking loudly.

No. 25 Michigan defeated Michigan State 31-20 on Saturday at Spartan Stadium for its fourth straight win in the rivalry. The game featured several hallmarks of a rivalry matchup: 18 combined penalties for 166 yards, a controversial call, memorable touchdown celebrations and some costly mistakes.

The No. 24 Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans meet Saturday at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.

Angelique S. Chengelis of The Detroit News shares three takeaways from Michigan's 31-20 win over Michigan State.

Luke Jones, a Virginia Beach (VA) native, was the recipient of the offer from Michigan State assistant special teams coordinator Joe Begnal. A 6-foot-3, 220 pound punter, he plays his high school football at First Colonial High School. According to his X account, Michigan State is the first offer for the special teamer.

Over the past 55 years, the winner of the rushing battle between Michigan State football and Michigan has emerged victorious 48 times. An embodiment of the Midwestern spirit of Paul Bunyan himself. And a challenge to the Spartans ’ offensive and defensive lines to assert their dominance Saturday, Oct. 25.

The Wolverines have won the last three matchups against their in-state rival and are heavy favorites to retain the Paul Bunyan Trophy and extend the streak to four. Lets dive into the matchup and take a look at each school on both sides of the ball along with a handful of impact players.

A former MSU linebacker voiced his desire for a change in leadership in East Lansing and gave his list of five candidates for the job.