Michigan vs. Michigan State Game Time Revealed

Michigan and Michigan State football enthusiasts can rejoice as the kickoff time for their long-awaited rivalry game has been announced. The Michigan Wolverines will face off against the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. ET. The highly anticipated match-up will be streamed on Peacock from the iconic Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor.

Head coaches Kyle Whittingham and Pat Fitzgerald will face off for the first time in this year's game for the coveted Paul Bunyan Trophy. Michigan, coming off a recent 28-21 victory over Rutgers, enters this rivalry week with a 5-3 overall record and 2-3 in Big Ten play. Freshman quarterback Tommy Carr played a key role in the win, securing his first victory as the Wolverines' starting quarterback with three touchdowns.

On the other hand, Michigan State enters the game with a 2-6 record after six consecutive losses. Despite their differing records, this annual meeting holds significant importance for both programs. The 2026 matchup marks the 119th meeting between Michigan and Michigan State, with the Wolverines boasting a 75-38-5 edge in the all-time series.

Additionally, it will be the 74th meeting to decide the Paul Bunyan Trophy. Michigan State's first-year head coach, Kyle Whittingham, has identified this rivalry as the Wolverines' second most important, while expressing respect for his counterpart's coaching abilities.

As Michigan Stadium prepares for its Military Appreciation Game, Saturday's showdown will feature additional ceremonies honoring military members and veterans. With the lights shining bright on the field, this rivalry game promises to be another memorable chapter in one of college football's fiercest in-state matchups.