Michigan State allowed Saturday's game against Michigan to slip away just before halftime.
Those are the words that will be uttered in the mouths of many fans tonight, but ultimately, Michigan State "didn't" in its biggest game of the season, its rivalry showdown with the Michigan Wolverines.
After Michigan State had shown signs of improvement in the red zone last week, the offense reverted back to bad habits that had held it back in its three straight losses when it opened up Saturday's contest with what had been a very promising drive. After the defense forced a three-and-out, Michigan State would get a shot at redemption, again making its way down to the red zone on a trip it needed to capitalize on this time around.
With just under 3 minutes to go before halftime, Michigan's offense would finally start to gain traction, producing a 10-play, 64-yard drive that resulted in a 10-yard touchdown reception from Wolverines tight end Colston Loveland. The Wolverines decided to go for 2 and were unable to convert, allowing the contest to remain in the Spartans' favor.
But the Spartans would ultimately have to lean on Kim, as Michigan State was stuffed on its next third-down attempt, a loss of 2 on third-and-1. The kicker drilled the 46-yard field goal, making it a one-possession game again.
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