Michigan Wolverines defensive tackle Rayshaun Benny shared his thoughts on the team’s response following the USC game and their recent performances, including retaining the Paul Bunyan Trophy after defeating the Michigan State Spartans.

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The No. 25-ranked Michigan Wolverines defeated the Michigan State Spartans 31-20 in East Lansing for the Paul Bunyan Trophy, their fourth straight victory in the rivalry.

Mom Jacquise Purifoy is a proud University of Michigan graduate, dressed head to toe in maize and blue. Her daughter Jasmine is a Michigan State University student, proudly representing the green and white.

Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore highlighted key player developments and preparations for the upcoming rivalry game against Michigan State.

The No. 2 ranked Michigan Wolverines stole all signs of hope from the Michigan State Spartans during their emphatic 49-0 shutout victory in their rivalry game for the Paul Bunyan Trophy.

The No. 2 ranked Michigan Wolverines improve to 7-0 after they unleashed their boa constrictor to suffocate the Indiana Hoosiers in a 52-7 drubbing.

Michigan football has been one of the most dominant teams in the country over the past two seasons, especially against other teams in the Big Ten.

The fallout from the scuffle could be costly as the family of cornerback Gemon Green told ESPN that they plan on taking legal action against all parties involved.

It’s state championship week in Ann Arbor as the undefeated Michigan Wolverines will play host to the Michigan State Spartans Saturday under the lights at The Big House.

MSU alumna Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared a Rivalry Week ahead of Saturday's big game.

Michigan and Michigan State will face each other this weekend in the rivalry's first night game.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Tree Town will be quieter than normal for the Michigan vs. Michigan State football game Saturday. Parking lots will all be blocked off -- including at Pioneer High School and at the golf course. RELATED: Why I’m picking Michigan football to beat Michigan State -- will it be the blowout everyone expects? I love a Michigan State Michigan matchup,” Gov. Players will have to adjust as no fans will be allowed inside The Big House.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Michigan football is expected to crush Michigan State this weekend, as the current betting line favors the Wolverines by more than three touchdowns. While Michigan dominated a top 25 team in Minnesota, Michigan State turned the ball over seven times in a loss to conference bottom feeder Rutgers. “This game against the school down the road is not just another game, so it’s really special to me,” Tucker said. Tucker said that’s when teams generally show the most improvement, and it’s hard to imagine Michigan State turning the ball over seven times. Michigan crushed Michigan State 44-10 when the two teams met last season at the Big House.

ANN ARBOR – The Paul Bunyan Trophy is staying Ann Arbor. Thanks to a brilliant performance from quarterback Shea Patterson, who threw for 384 yards and four touchdowns, No. 15 Michigan earned a 44-10 rout of Michigan State in the annual game between the teams Saturday in Ann Arbor. Michigan is now 8-2 with games at Indiana and home against Ohio State left. Michigan State needs to win at Rutgers and home against Maryland to become bowl-eligible.

Michigan and Michigan State will face each other this weekend in the rivalry's first night game.