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Alabama’s wary of MSU’s ability to fight to finish

Dallas — As Michigan State put the final touches on its preparation for Thursday’s Cotton Bowl matchup with Alabama, one thing that is certain to come up is playing a full, 60-minute game.

If any team in America understands that this season, it’s Michigan State. The Spartans are 6-1 in games decided by a touchdown or less, and twice they won on the final play of the game.

“We know how to win,” Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio said. “We’re pretty resilient as a group. We’ve got some very good players that can become the one.