Pat Fitzgerald apologizes for gesture at Illinois sideline during overtime loss

Pat Fitzgerald, Michigan State's head coach, issued an apology after a controversial gesture aimed at the Illinois sideline during a 38-37 overtime loss on October 10. The incident occurred while Fitzgerald was trying to rally fans at Spartan Stadium and coincided with a negated onside kick. Despite the defeat, which dropped Michigan State to 2-4 this season, Fitzgerald expressed pride in his team's performance. He is preparing for the upcoming game against No. 25 Northwestern, his former program, as he navigates his first season with the Spartans.

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