Michigan State robbed by multiple referee blunders in overtime at Minnesota

Nov 1, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive back Malcolm Bell (14) breaks up a pass intended for Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Javon Tracy (11) during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn ImagesDown 10-0 at halftime, it looked like Michigan State was in for yet another letdown of a performance at Minnesota, but the Gophers ripped the Spartans’ hearts out in overtime, 23-20.

The win drops Michigan State to 3-6 on the season and it also makes Minnesota bowl eligible.

But the loss wasn’t solely on Michigan State on Saturday, although Brian Lindgren did his best to make sure the Spartans…