Michigan State starts season 2-0 after defeating Eastern Michigan
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Michigan State moved to 2-0 on the season following a 35-7 victory over Eastern Michigan on Saturday. The game marked the second win for head coach Pat Fitzgerald in his opening year with the Spartans. Quarterback Alessio Milivojevic finished the contest 12-for-20 with 170 passing yards and one touchdown. While the team secured the win, both Fitzgerald and Milivojevic noted the need for improved fundamental play during the second quarter. Fitzgerald emphasized the importance of discipline after the team practiced intensely throughout the week leading up to the matchup. Looking ahead, the program plans to continue evaluating its roster as the staff determines the 80-man travel squad for upcoming road games.
- •Michigan State defeated Eastern Michigan 35-7 to improve to 2-0 on the 2026 season.
- •Quarterback Alessio Milivojevic completed 12 of 20 pass attempts for 170 yards and one touchdown.
- •Head coach Pat Fitzgerald remains undefeated in his first two games at the helm of the program.
- •Wide receiver Charles Taplin recorded a touchdown catch during the contest.
- •The coaching staff is currently finalizing the team's 80-man travel roster for upcoming road games.
- 12:10 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan State QB Alessio Milivojevic breaks down win over EMU
- 11:59 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan State HC Pat Fitzgerald breaks down win over Eastern Michigan
"Michigan State QB Alessio Milivojevic broke down the Spartans win over Eastern Michigan post game with the media.
"Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald broke down the Spartans win over Eastern Michigan.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 12:10 AMMichigan State QB Alessio Milivojevic breaks down win over EMU
Michigan State QB Alessio Milivojevic broke down the Spartans win over Eastern Michigan post game with the media.
- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 11:59 PMMichigan State HC Pat Fitzgerald breaks down win over Eastern Michigan
Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald broke down the Spartans win over Eastern Michigan.
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