I really want to give this one to NU. I really do. And I think the Wildcats have a very good chance of bringing home the win. But Michigan State is at home for Homecoming, and Mark Dantonio’s decision to move Tyler O’Connor into a three-way QB competition with Damion Terry and Brian Lewerke will bring out the best in all three. Whoever wins the battle will find just enough success against a still-depleted NU secondary, and Northwestern falls a late field goal short.
Sam Brief: Northwestern 24, Michigan St. 23
I’m on the opposite end of the spectrum from Zach: I really want to give this one to Michigan State.