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Michigan State football claims Paul Bunyan Trophy with 15-6 victory over Michigan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 7:14 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Michigan State football claims Paul Bunyan Trophy with 15-6 victory over Michigan

Summary

Michigan State football secured a 15-6 win against Michigan on November 7, 2026, reclaiming the Paul Bunyan Trophy after a nearly five-year wait. The Spartans scored their first points with a field goal in the first half, leading 6-0 at halftime. Michigan State's defense played a pivotal role, forcing multiple turnovers throughout the game. Kicker Liam Boyd contributed by successfully making five field goals. This victory ended a six-game losing streak for Michigan State's first-year head coach Pat Fitzgerald.

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•Michigan State's defense forced four turnovers against Michigan.
•Liam Boyd was 5-for-5 on field goals, scoring 15 points.
•Pat Fitzgerald's Spartans ended a six-game losing streak.
•The game was played at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor.
•Michigan State last won the Paul Bunyan Trophy in 2021.

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7:14 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan State Football Reclaims Paul Bunyan Trophy with 15-6 Win Over Rivals Michigan

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Michigan State football may not be going bowling, but they rescued their season with a win they’ve been waiting on for nearly five years. It’s been a far from ideal first season in charge of Pat Fitzgerald, full of injuries and tough games for these players and their fans. After losing six straight games, it’s […] The post Michigan State Football Reclaims Paul Bunyan Trophy with 15-6 Win Over Rivals Michigan appeared first on HEAVY.
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