Michigan State is playing quite possibly the biggest game since Mark Dantonio took over as head coach in 2007. OK, that distinction might go to the Rose Bowl following the 2013 and also right behind that same year’s Big Ten title game against these Ohio State Buckeyes, but going into Columbus as major underdogs with a conference crown on the line is huge.
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Not only are these teams playing for a conference title, but they’re also playing to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive.