It didn’t take long for Rutgers to answer as running back Paul James broke through for a 72-yard run on the Scarlet Knights’ first drive of the next series. He was tackled by defensive back Darian Hicks, but Rutgers scored on the next play to tie the game at 7.
Wide receiver Leonte Carroo grabbed a 5-yard pass from Chris Laviano on the first play of the second quarter.
Kings gives MSU 7-0 lead
Michigan State finally took advantage of the fact its defense has yet to give up a first down and cashed in with an 8-yard touchdown pass from Connor Cook to Macgarrett Kings Jr.