Michigan State makes 5 field goals, forces 4 turnovers and has 5 sacks in 15-6 win over Michigan
(AP) — Liam Boyd made five field goals on five attempts and Michigan State's defense forced four turnovers and had five sacks in a 15-6 win over Michigan on Saturday night.The Spartans (3-6, 1-5 Big Ten) snapped a six-game losing streak and helped coach Pat Fitzgerald end a 13-game Big Ten losing streak, dating to the 2022 season-opening game at Northwestern.
In a 15-6 victory over Michigan, Michigan State's defense made a significant impact by forcing four turnovers and achieving five sacks. Quarterback Liam Boyd contributed to the win with five successful field goals. This triumph marked Michigan State's first win against Michigan since 2021, providing Coach Pat Fitzgerald with a much-needed morale boost after a five-game losing streak in the Big Ten.
The Wolverines, who were previously ranked No. 16 in the preseason AP Top 25, fell to 5-4, 2-4 after surrendering a first-half lead for the third straight home game. Michigan's offense struggled, as they failed to score in the first half for the 19th time in 22 home games. Despite committing four missed field goals in their last two games, kicker Trey Butkowski was replaced by Jacob Baggett, who kicked two successful field goals in the win. Running back Bryson Kuzdzal and receiver Andrew Marsh each lost a fumble in the second half.
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