Michigan State defeats Toledo 30-20 in season opener
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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Michigan State opened its football season with a 30-20 home victory over Toledo on Friday night. Quarterback Alessio Milivojevic completed 26 of 34 passes for 247 yards and one touchdown, while running back Cam Edwards contributed 98 rushing yards and a score. Despite the win, the Spartans defense allowed two touchdowns of more than 60 yards and the offensive line permitted three sacks. The victory serves as the team's first result of the season following expectations for a double-digit margin of victory. Michigan State now turns its attention to a home matchup against Eastern Michigan. That opponent enters the game coming off a loss to San Jose State.
- •Michigan State defeated Toledo 30-20 in the season opener.
- •Alessio Milivojevic threw for 247 yards and one touchdown.
- •Cam Edwards finished the game with 98 rushing yards and a touchdown.
- •The Michigan State pass rush struggled while giving up two long touchdowns.
- •Michigan State will play Eastern Michigan in its next game.
- 3:36 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan State football takes down Toledo to start season with a win
"Michigan State takes down Toledo in their season-opener, faces Eastern Michigan next
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