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Recap - Spartans Defeat Northwestern 31-10

The battle between the Spartans and Wildcats didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Northwestern was handed a 31-10 defeat on Saturday at Ryan Field.

The Spartans were a -8.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 35.0.

Elijah Collins rushed for 76 yards, while Connor Heyward added 17 yards in the win. Darrell Stewart Jr. and Cody White added 77 and 70 receiving yards respectively.

Drake Anderson rushed for 91 yards for Northwestern, while Isaiah Bowser added 39 yards. Aidan Smith threw for 38 yards for the Wildcats, while receivers Bennett Skowronek and Ramaud Chiaokhiao-Bowman had 31 and 28 yards respectively.

Northwestern was outgained by Michigan State 337-265 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 19-17 by the Spartans.

Michigan State lost the time of possession battle 31:46-28:14, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Michigan State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Indiana. Northwestern will aim to get back on the winning track at Wisconsin.