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Michigan State University puts new COVID vaccination, testing requirements in place for indoor events

The Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball team hosted the Nebraska Cornhuskers inside the Breslin Center Wednesday (Jan.5). The game was the first athletic event in East Lansing since the vaccination requirement was announced a couple of days ago.

Quiz: Detroit sports in 2021, do you remember what happened?

The 2021 Detroit sports landscape was missing some wins and titles, but we still saw some things happen.

4th quarter rally propels Michigan State to Peach Bowl win over Pittsburgh

The Michigan State Spartans won their 11th and final game of the 2021 season with a comeback win over Pittsburgh in the Peach Bowl.

No. 11 Spartans brace for Addison, No. 13 Pitt in Peach Bowl

Michigan State’s last-ranked pass defense can’t relax in the Peach Bowl just because Panthers quarterback Kenny Pickett isn’t playing.

Michigan State, Pitt are without biggest stars in Peach Bowl

No. 11 Michigan State and No. 13 Pittsburgh each will be without its most prominent players when they meet in the Peach Bowl on Thursday night.

Michigan State football star Kenneth Walker III skipping Peach Bowl to prep for NFL Draft

Michigan State football’s star running back Kenneth Walker III says he will not play in the Peach Bowl as he prepares for the NFL Draft.

Michigan State football names Tate Myre honorary Spartan Dawg

Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker announced Wednesday that Oxford High School shooting victim Tate Myre has been named an honorary "Spartan Dawg" for next year's 2022 team.

Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh in running to receive Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award

Jim Harbaugh is a finalist for this year's Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award.

College football: Several Michigan universities are going bowling for the holidays

Michigan universities will have the opportunity to showcase their talents nationally as five colleges have qualified bowl games.

Michigan State football will meet Pittsburgh in Peach Bowl matchup

A milestone season for Pittsburgh and quarterback Kenny Pickett is continuing with a Peach Bowl matchup against Michigan State.

What a burn: Ann Arbor Fire Department takes shot at MSU fans after U-M’s victory

AAFD thanks Wolverine fans for no fires, scenes of mayhem following Saturday's win against the Buckeyes.

No. 12 Michigan State bounces back, beats Penn State 30-27

Payton Thorne threw two touchdown passes and ran for another to lead No. 12 Michigan State to a 30-27 victory over Penn State.

Michigan State wins snowy battle with Penn State, clinches 10-win season

Michigan State lost all hope for a College Football Playoff berth and a Big Ten championship during a non-competitive outing against Ohio State on Saturday.

No. 12 Michigan State looks for bounce back vs Penn State

No. 12 Michigan State hosts Penn State on Saturday.

Monday huddle: Will the Big House be overtaken by Ohio State fans?

Huddle up! Here’s a look back at this weekend on the gridiron, with three key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Ohio State dominates Michigan State in Columbus, 56-7

Michigan State fell flat in Columbus on Saturday, losing in demoralizing fashion to Ohio State

Fitness Friday: Training like a Spartan from ‘300′

This Fitness Friday, we’re trying out an intensive full-body workout inspired by the movie “300″

Big Ten preview: Spartans visit Ohio State for key East game

No. 7 Michigan State heads to No. 5 Ohio State for a game Saturday that will have huge implications in the Big Ten East.

The crazy scenario that could land both Michigan, Michigan State in College Football Playoff

It’s going to take a minor miracle for Michigan or Michigan State to get past Ohio State and make the College Football Playoff this season. But there’s an even crazier scenario that would put both teams in the top four.

Monday huddle: For 1 week only, Michigan fans just might cheer for Ohio State

An Ohio State win and a Michigan win at 5-5 Maryland means the Buckeyes and Wolverines will meet in Ann Arbor the following week with everything on the line.

No. 8 Michigan State looks to stay in the race vs. Maryland

Michigan State is coming off its first loss of the season and finds itself a game behind Ohio State in the Big Ten East Division standings.

‘Tailgate-Gate’: Michigan AG apologizes for drinking too much at Michigan vs. Michigan State game

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is apologizing for drinking too much alcohol ahead of the big Michigan vs. Michigan State college football game last month.

Here’s how Michigan and Michigan State should be ranked in College Football Playoff poll

Who should be ranked higher: Michigan or Michigan State? It’s a topic worth debating after the College Football Playoff committee put the Wolverines ahead of the Spartans despite a head-to-head loss.

Monday huddle: Was MSU’s loss an aberration, or the start of a late-season slide?

Here’s a look back at this weekend on the gridiron, with three key takeaways from the state’s football scene.

AP Top 25: Michigan State slips to No. 8, Michigan stays at No. 9

Cincinnati held on to the No. 2 ranking by just four points over No. 3 Alabama in The Associated Press college football poll, and Oregon passed Ohio State to move up to No. 5.

No. 5 Michigan State upset on the road by Purdue, handing Spartans first loss

Undefeated Michigan State was upset on the road by the Purdue Boilermakers on Saturday in West Lafayette, handing the Spartans their first loss of the season.

Michigan State vs. Purdue football: Follow live game score updates here

Mel Tucker doesn't anticipate a letdown from his Michigan State team this week.

College football gameday preview: Michigan State at Purdue, Michigan hosts Indiana

Mel Tucker doesn’t anticipate a letdown from his Michigan State team this week.

College Picks: Upset alerts for Michigan State, Oregon

No. 5 Michigan State is on upset alert as the Spartans try to follow up their big victory against rival Michigan with a road win against Purdue.

College Football Playoff rankings: Michigan State, Michigan both in early list

Both Michigan State and Michigan are named among the early list of schools in the College Football Playoff rankings.

Party’s over: East Lansing police seek suspects for damage after MSU game

The fires are out, but the destruction in East Lansing on Halloween weekend could haunt college students and others.

Police make five arrests after Michigan State win over Michigan

East Lansing police said at least five people were arrested after Michigan State University’s weekend victory over the University of Michigan.

Monday huddle: Sizing up some early Rose Bowl, NY6 bowl scenarios for MSU, U-M following a classic

Huddle up! Here’s a look back at this weekend on the gridiron, with three key takeaways from the state’s football scene.

Michigan State stays perfect on the season, eyes Big Ten title

No. 5 Michigan State has a lot of momentum following its thrilling comeback win over its in-state rival.

AP Top 25: Michigan State jumps up to No. 5 after win over Michigan

Michigan State has moved up to No. 5 in The Associated Press college football poll and Wake Forest is a top-10 team for the first time in school history.

Submit a photo of your friend’s reaction to the Michigan vs. Michigan State game

Did you happen to capture a photo of someone’s reaction during or at the end of the Michigan vs. Michigan State football game? Share it with us!

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Northwestern holds on to beat No. 10 Michigan State 64-62

Michigan football: Way-too-early predictions for each game on the new 2022 schedule

Here is Michigan State football’s new 2022 schedule, with Michigan game in Ann Arbor