Clayton Thorson's 9-yard touchdown pass to Austin Carr, and the ensuing extra point from Jack Mitchell, cut Michigan State's lead to 17-14 in the second quarter.
For the last two drives, Northwestern's offense has rolled through the MSU defense. This scoring drive was a 12-play, 75-yard picking apart of the Spartans.
In their first three drives, Northwestern had yet to pick up a first down. On their last two, the Wildcats have six.
The total yardage battle is close, too. Northwestern is ahead 177-176.
Geiger good from 41, MSU up 17-7
Michael Geiger's 41-yard field goal, from the right hash, added to Michigan State's lead early in the second quarter.