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Pat Fitzgerald questions onside kick flag in MSU's overtime loss to Illinois

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Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Pat Fitzgerald questions onside kick flag in MSU's overtime loss to Illinois
Summary

In a closely contested game on October 10, Michigan State University (MSU) fell 38-37 to Illinois in overtime. A pivotal moment occurred when an onside kick recovery was negated by a controversial offsides call. MSU coach Pat Fitzgerald expressed frustration, stating he received unclear explanations regarding the play's review process. The Spartans rallied from a 17-point deficit but were ultimately unable to secure victory after failing on a two-point conversion attempt in overtime.

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  • •MSU attempted an onside kick with 7:47 left in the game.
  • •Fitzgerald described the play as one of the most confusing he has seen.
  • •Illinois' victory marks their continued success in conference play.
  • •MSU tied the game with a 2-yard touchdown run from Jaziun Patterson.
  • •Officials confirmed the offsides penalty is not reviewable according to NCAA rules.
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  • 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Onside kick flag among most confusing plays Pat Fitzgerald has ever seen
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Pat Fitzgerald said the only explanation he got about a flag that wiped away an onside kick was that it wasn't a reviewable play.

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