Spartans respond to shut down Cougars
The Cougars began the drive at their own 38. An incompletion by Tyler Hilinski on first down and a 5-yard loss on second down forced a third-and-long, but they didn't pick up enough yardage, punting on fourth-and-9.
Felton Davis III drops fourth-down conversion
Michigan State started at its own 25 after a touchback on the ensuing kickoff. Brian Lewerke evaded pressure and sprinted in the open field for 19 yards and a first down. LJ Scott then rushed for two yards, but starting guard David Beedle was injured on the play.