MSU leads Maryland 17-7 at halftime in East Lansing:
Maryland fumbles at midfield
After a slow start for the Spartans, sophomore defensive lineman Malik McDowell forced a Maryland fumble at the Terps’ own 43-yard line with just under 12:00 to go in the first quarter. Senior defensive lineman Damon Knox recovered the fumble and MSU took over from the 50-yard line.
O’Connor leads the Spartans to points off turnover
On the ensuing possession, backup junior quarterback Tyler O’Connor passed 10 yards to senior wide receiver Macgarrett Kings Jr. for the team’s first touchdown, 7-0, MSU.