Game summary
It was supposed to be a wonderful day at Spartan Stadium, with new head coach Mel Tucker making his debut on the sidelines in green and white.
Rutgers arrived with a chip on its shoulder and spoiled everything, forcing six turnovers — and two more on downs — as the Michigan State Spartans fell to the Scarlet Knights in the season-opener, 38-27.
The win snapped a 21-game losing streak in conference play for the Scarlet Knights.
Final leaders
Passing
MSU - Rocky Lombardi: 31/44, 319 yds.