The last thing Michigan State can afford right now are three-and-outs.
But that's exactly what happened on the drive after Northwestern took a 19-17 lead.
The offense for the Spartans, which looked confident early in the first quarter now looks just as it has the last three weeks: Hapless and lost.
The only difference? The quarterback.
Late in the second quarter, the Wildcats still lead, 19-17.
Northwestern takes lead on 33-yard FG
Just like that, Michigan State's lead is no more. Jack Mitchell's 33-yard field goal gave Northwestern a 19-17 lead midway through the second quarter.