Michigan State prepares for Big Ten opener against undefeated Nebraska
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 12:17 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Michigan State football will face Nebraska in its Big Ten opener on Saturday at 5 p.m. ET. The Spartans enter the game with a 2-1 record after a loss to Notre Dame, while Nebraska remains undefeated at 3-0. Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal analyzes critical factors that could influence the matchup, including the performance of the MSU defense and the health of key players. Couch predicts a close game, leaning towards Nebraska as the favored team for this contest.
- •Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET on Saturday.
- •Michigan State has a record of 2-1; Nebraska is 3-0.
- •Couch emphasizes MSU's defensive challenges against Nebraska's offense.
- •The health of MSU players is a crucial factor in the matchup.
- •Couch expects Nebraska to win in a closely contested game.
- 12:17 AMYahoo Sports — MSU-Nebraska Prediction, Matchup Analysis from LSJ's Graham Couch
"Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal provides his analysis and prediction for Michigan State-Nebraska on Saturday
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