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Michigan State football loses to Illinois in overtime amid injuries

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Michigan State football loses to Illinois in overtime amid injuries

Summary

Michigan State football suffered a 38-37 overtime loss to Illinois at Spartan Stadium on October 10, 2026. The Spartans rallied from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter but failed to convert a crucial two-point attempt in overtime. The game was marked by injuries to key linebackers Jordan Hall, Brady Pretzlaff, and Dion Crawford, compounding MSU's difficulties which have led to a 2-4 record and 0-3 in Big Ten play. The team faces two upcoming games before a bye week on October 31.

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•MSU scored a touchdown but missed a two-point conversion in overtime.
•Illinois is now 3-3 overall and 1-2 in Big Ten play.
•Injuries struck MSU with three key linebackers sidelined during the game.
•The Spartans ended a TD drought of over 122 minutes with a second-quarter score.
•Next, MSU prepares to face Northwestern on their schedule.

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11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan State football injuries spread to LBs in OT loss to Illinois

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Michigan State football score: A seemingly game-changing onside kick was negated in the fourth quarter as the Spartans lost to Illinois in overtime.
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