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Michigan State seniors celebrate 15-6 win over Michigan for Paul Bunyan Trophy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 7:23 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Michigan State seniors celebrate 15-6 win over Michigan for Paul Bunyan Trophy
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Michigan State secured a 15-6 victory over Michigan on November 7, 2026, marking a significant moment for the team's seniors, particularly injured linebacker Jordan Hall. Hall, despite not playing, carried the Paul Bunyan Trophy off the field, symbolizing a pivotal victory after a series of previous losses to their rival. MSU's last win in the rivalry was in 2021, and this triumph comes as a morale booster amid a challenging season where the Spartans have struggled in the Big Ten. The team now aims to win its next three games to achieve bowl eligibility.

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  • •Michigan State defeated Michigan 15-6 on November 7, 2026.
  • •Injured Jordan Hall carried the Paul Bunyan Trophy after the game.
  • •This victory is MSU's first over Michigan since 2021.
  • •The Spartans aim for bowl eligibility by winning their next three games.
  • •Head coach Pat Fitzgerald celebrated his first rivalry win.
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  • 7:23 AMYahoo Sports — Jordan Hall, MSU seniors finally get a ‘sentimental’ win over Michigan
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Injured senior linebacker Jordan Hall was the first MSU player to get Paul Bunyan after the Spartans' 15-6 win over Michigan.

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