Jacub Panasiuk
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates winning the College Football Playoff Championship game against Alabama, getting a hoist from outside linebacker Bolan Smith, early Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, in Indianapolis. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Final rankings and future prospects

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 11, 2022 12:11 PM EST

Maryland defensive back Tarheeb Still (12) breaks up a pass intended for Michigan State wide receiver Tre Mosley (17) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Maryland at Michigan State 11/13/2021

Nov. 13, 2021 05:59 PM EST

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara looks downfield during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Big Ten: No. 9 Michigan's visit to No. 23 Penn St tops slate

By Eric Olson Nov. 11, 2021 03:10 AM EST

BYU tight end Dallin Holker carries the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, in Pullman, Wash. BYU won 21-19. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Welcome, back 'Clones; Who's next?

By Ralph D, Russo Oct. 25, 2021 02:33 AM EDT

Michigan State quarterback Payton Thorne throws a touchdown pass against Rutgers during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Michigan State at Rutgers 10/9/2021

Oct. 09, 2021 01:47 PM EDT

Michigan State players, including, from left to right, Kevin Jarvis, Cody Waddell, Brandon Wright and Connor Heyward, enter Spartan Stadium before an NCAA college football game against Western Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Western Kentucky at Michigan State 10/2/2021

Oct. 02, 2021 06:13 PM EDT

Michigan State's Kenneth Walker III, left, rushes against Nebraska's Caleb Tannor, right, as Michigan State's Connor Heyward (11) blocks during overtime of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. Michigan State won 23-20 in overtime. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Michigan State off to best start in 6 years, hosts WKU

By The Associated Press Sep. 30, 2021 03:47 PM EDT

Michigan State quarterback Payton Thorne, center, scrambles against Nebraska's Garrett Nelson, left, and JoJo Domann (13) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Nebraska at Michigan State 9/25/2021

Sep. 25, 2021 09:09 PM EDT

Michigan State quarterback Payton Thorne throws a 75-yard touchdown pass off a flea-flicker on the first play from scrimmage against Youngstown State in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Youngstown State at Michigan State 9/11/2021

Sep. 11, 2021 01:51 PM EDT

Indiana tight end Peyton Hendershot (86), defended by Michigan State cornerback Angelo Grose makes a catch during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Indiana at Michigan State 11/14/2020

Nov. 14, 2020 01:49 PM EST

Michigan State wide receiver Jalen Nailor (8) is tackled by Michigan defensive back Vincent Gray (4) after a catch during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
No. 10 Indiana tries for 4-0 Big Ten start against Spartans

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2020 03:35 PM EST

Mel Tucker, Michigan State's new football coach, speaks during a news conference Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Expectations tempered for Michigan St in Tucker's 1st season

By Noah Trister Oct. 14, 2020 04:37 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2018, file photo, Wisconsin running back Garrett Groshek (37) heads to the end zone with a 42-yard touchdown against Western Kentucky during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Madison, Wis. Groshek ran for 194 yards on 42 carries and caught 29 passes for 289 yards last season. (AP Photo/Andy Manis, File)
It's almost 'go time' for Big Ten; Buckeyes favored again

By Eric Olson Oct. 14, 2020 11:58 AM EDT

Coach Danny Chavez aids 14-year-old Estevan Rodriguez during boxing practice Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020, at West Texas Knockout Boxing Club in Odessa, Texas. Both are wearing masks to abide by the boxing club's health and safety rules, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Tuesday was the club's first day open since late March. (Eli Hartman/Odessa American via AP)
The Latest: LPGA reports no positive COVID tests

By The Associated Press Aug. 05, 2020 04:56 PM EDT

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, right, and Michigan State head coach Mark Dantonio, back to camera, meet after an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
It wasn’t Ohio State, but Michigan has pounded other rivals

By Noah Trister Nov. 17, 2019 02:39 PM EST

Michigan linebacker Devin Gil (8) carries the Paul Bunyan Trophy after beating Michigan State 44-10 in an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
No. 14 Michigan, behind Patterson, rips Michigan State 44-10

By Larry Lage Nov. 16, 2019 04:08 PM EST

Michigan State’s Panasiuk ejected against No. 14 Michigan

Nov. 16, 2019 03:26 PM EST
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan State defensive lineman Jacub Panasiuk has been ejected from Saturday’s game at No. 14 Michigan after a roughing the passer...

No. 8 Penn State looks to avoid repeat against Michigan St

By The Associated Press Oct. 11, 2018 04:45 PM EDT
Michigan State (3-2, 1-1 Big Ten) at No. 8 Penn State (4-1, 1-1), 3:30 p.m. ET (BTN). Line: Penn State by 13½. Series record: Michigan...