Michigan State football adjusts 2027 opener against Central Michigan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:28 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Michigan State football will open its 2027 season against Central Michigan on August 28. Originally scheduled for September 11, the game has been moved up as part of a revised schedule. This adjustment is attributed to a new NCAA rule allowing earlier season starts. The Spartans will still play Duquesne on September 4 and Notre Dame on September 18, with September 11 now designated as a bye week.
- •Michigan State will face Central Michigan on August 28, 2027.
- •The game was moved from September 11 following NCAA rule changes.
- •The Spartans retain their full non-conference schedule.
- •Michigan State will also play Duquesne and Notre Dame in September.
- •September 11 will now serve as a bye week for the team.
- 5:28 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan State football alters 2027 schedule, sets new season-opener
"Michigan State football has reportedly shifted its 2027 schedule to have a new season-opening opponent and date
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