Nebraska Beats Michigan State 31-13 for First Big Ten Win

Nebraska Beats Michigan State 31-13 for First Big Ten Win

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Sports Illustrated reported that Nebraska defeated Michigan State 31-13 on 26 September in East Lansing, earning its first Big Ten victory of the season and its first 4-0 start since 2016. Earlier in the week, 247Sports said head coach Matt Rhule outlined the Huskers' preparation, travel roster limits and injury status as they headed to East Lansing for their first road conference contest.

Sports Illustrated noted that Nebraska, unbeaten in its first three games, traveled to face a 2-1 Michigan State team in the opening conference matchup. 247Sports also reported that Nebraska moved an edge rusher to probable and listed a safety as questionable, while Michigan State announced several players out and a cornerback as questionable before kickoff.

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September 29, 2026
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Nebraska Defeats Michigan State 31-13 in First Big Ten Victory of Season
Nebraska Defeats Michigan State 31-13 in First Big Ten Victory of Season

Sports Illustrated • 29 Sep 13:38

Nebraska beat Michigan State 31-13 on the road, marking its first conference win and first 4-0 start since 2016, while posting strong defensive statistics.

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September 28, 2026
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Nebraska posts dominant win over Michigan State as Big Ten sees multiple upsets
Nebraska posts dominant win over Michigan State as Big Ten sees multiple upsets

si.com • 28 Sep 20:37

Nebraska beat Michigan State 31-13, highlighting strong defensive play, while several other Big Ten games produced unexpected results.

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September 27, 2026
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Michigan State falls 31-13 to Nebraska amid injuries and turnovers
Michigan State falls 31-13 to Nebraska amid injuries and turnovers

MLive.com • 27 Sep 10:00

Michigan State lost to Nebraska 31-13, struggling with turnovers, penalties and a rash of injuries as the Spartans begin Big Ten play.

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Nebraska defeats Michigan State 31-13 in Big Ten opener
Nebraska defeats Michigan State 31-13 in Big Ten opener

Sports Illustrated • 27 Sep 04:57

Nebraska recorded a 31-13 win at Michigan State, snapping a road conference losing streak and highlighting a strong defensive performance.

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Nebraska defeats Michigan State 31-14 in first road and Big Ten test
Nebraska defeats Michigan State 31-14 in first road and Big Ten test

Sports Illustrated • 27 Sep 02:39

Nebraska beat Michigan State 31-14 at Spartan Stadium, marking its first road game and first conference matchup of the season, while quarterback Anthony Colandrea posted a 44-yard touchdown pass.

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Nebraska defeats Michigan State 31-13, improves to 4-0
Nebraska defeats Michigan State 31-13, improves to 4-0

Sports Illustrated • 27 Sep 02:09

Nebraska beat Michigan State 31-13 on the road, moving to 4-0 and drawing attention to its defense, offense and penalty issues.

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September 26, 2026
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Nebraska and Michigan State report key injuries ahead of kickoff
Nebraska and Michigan State report key injuries ahead of kickoff

247Sports • 26 Sep 02:40

Nebraska moved an edge rusher to probable and listed a safety as questionable, while Michigan State announced several players out and one cornerback as questionable before the game.

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September 24, 2026
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Nebraska prepares for first Big Ten game against Michigan State
Nebraska prepares for first Big Ten game against Michigan State

Sports Illustrated • 24 Sep 16:58

Nebraska enters its opening conference matchup with Michigan State after a 3-0 non-conference record, while analysts note the game will test the Huskers' offensive statistics against a stronger opponent.

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Nebraska faces pivotal road test against Michigan State as pressure mounts on coach Matt Rhule
Nebraska faces pivotal road test against Michigan State as pressure mounts on coach Matt Rhule

Sports Illustrated • 24 Sep 14:18

Nebraska travels to Michigan State for its first Big Ten road game of the 2026 season, with coach Matt Rhule under heightened scrutiny to maintain the team’s early winning streak.

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September 22, 2026
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Nebraska Cornhuskers to Open Big Ten Season on the Road at Michigan State
Nebraska Cornhuskers to Open Big Ten Season on the Road at Michigan State

Sports Illustrated • 22 Sep 13:42

Nebraska, unbeaten in its first three games, travels to East Lansing to face a 2-1 Michigan State team in the opening conference matchup.

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September 21, 2026
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Nebraska coach Rhule outlines preparation and injury updates ahead of Michigan State trip
Nebraska coach Rhule outlines preparation and injury updates ahead of Michigan State trip

247Sports • 21 Sep 19:43

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule discussed the team's injury status, travel roster limits and game plan as the Huskers head to East Lansing for their first road contest of the season.

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