Penn State vs. Michigan State

The Penn State vs. Michigan State game is an annual matchup that’s played in the Big Ten’s Eastern Division. The 2 teams play for the Land Grant Trophy.

When Penn State joined the Big Ten in 1993, the Nittany Lions and Spartans were designated as permanent rivals. When Nebraska joined the Big Ten in 2011, the conference split into 2 divisions: Legends and Leaders. At the time, Penn State was moved into the Leaders Division, while Michigan State was moved into the Legends Division.

This series has been relatively even over the years, but Michigan State does hold an 18-17-1 advantage.

Last 5 Penn State vs. Michigan State Games

PENN STATE
27
MICHIGAN ST
30
Spartan Stadium - Nov. 27, 2021
MICHIGAN ST
24
PENN STATE
39
Beaver Stadium - Dec. 12, 2020
PENN STATE
28
MICHIGAN ST
7
Spartan Stadium - Oct. 26, 2019
MICHIGAN ST
21
PENN STATE
17
Beaver Stadium - Oct. 13, 2018
PENN STATE
24
MICHIGAN ST
27
Spartan Stadium - Nov. 4, 2017

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