Michigan vs Michigan State -- Rico Beard's predictions for the big game
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Michigan and Michigan State football face off at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in Ann Arbor. Here's what Rico Beard thinks will happen at the Big House.

No. 4 Michigan look to stop 2-game skid vs Michigan State

The Spartans have won the last two games against the Wolverines. But it's Michigan that is expected to win this weekend.

Michigan State outlasts Wisconsin in double overtime 34-28

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Quarterback Payton Thorne threw a 27-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jayden Reed in the second overtime Saturday to lift Michigan State to a 34-28 victory over Wisconsin.

Michigan State University president resigns from post, cites 'lost confidence' in Board of Trustees

In a YouTube video put online, Dr. Samuel Stanley said he had submitted his 90-day notice of his intention to resign as president. It follows weeks of turmoil with the Board of Trustees.

CJ Stroud throws 6 TDs, No. 3 Ohio St tops Michigan St 49-20

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — C.J. Stroud tied a school record with six touchdown passes and No. 3 Ohio State coasted to a 49-20 win over Michigan State on Saturday.

Maryland solid defensively in 27-13 win over Michigan State

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Taulia Tagovailoa threw for 314 yards and a touchdown, and Maryland handed Michigan State its third consecutive loss, 27-13 on Saturday.

Warren truck plant entrance rammed and at least two Jeep Wagoneers recovered

The entrance to the plant suffered major damage after someone allegedly rammed it while thieves tried making off with multiple Jeep Wagoneers.

No. 14 Michigan State runs for 6 TDs in 52-0 rout of Akron

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Jalen Berger ran for 107 yards and three touchdowns and Michigan State’s defense forced four fumbles Saturday to help the 14th ranked Spartans to a 52-0 victory over Akron.

No. 15 Michigan State sputters in 35-13 win over W. Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Payton Thorne capped three straight drives with touchdown passes in the first half and threw for a fourth score in the final quarter to help No. 15 Michigan State pull away and beat Western Michigan 35-13 on Friday night.

Michigan State coach Mel Tucker always on brand to promote

Mel Tucker smokes cigars and poses with expensive cars on social media, hoping to grab the attention of recruits from coast to coast and perhaps pique interest of fans near and far. The third-year football coach for No. 15 Michigan State invited five reporters to spend a day with him.

New material developed at MSU can turn wind turbine blades into gummy bears

Despite being used for renewable power, wind turbines have a dark side: they get tossed in a landfill when they're phased out. One researcher from Michigan State University wants to change that.

Michigan State gives Tom Izzo new deal worth $6.2M per year

Michigan State has signed coach Tom Izzo to a new deal valued at $6.2 million per season, giving him about $2 million more each year.

Facility for Rare Isotope Beams at Michigan State University to open May 2

The new facility, set to officially open in May, will be a game-changer for nuclear physics. The $765 million structure has been in development for 14 years.

Coach K's last ride continues as Duke closes out Spartans

Mike Krzyzewski’s emotions began to flow with a few seconds left on the clock, when it was finally certain Duke would extend his last NCAA Tournament run.

Michigan State survives, edges Davidson 74-73 in round one

Michigan State was tough enough to take back the lead in a critical moment, then fortunate enough to withstand Davidson's desperation final charge.

No. 9 Purdue gets past Michigan State 75-70, into title game

Jaden Ivey had 22 points and nine rebounds and Eric Hunter Jr. made two back-breaking 3-pointers late in Saturday's second Big Ten Tournament semifinal to help No. 9 Purdue beat seventh-seeded Michigan State 75-70.