Photos: Michigan State football vs. Northwestern

Northwestern running back Justin Jackson blows past the Spartan defense during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Head coach Mark Dantonio reacts during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Michigan State walks off the field after the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Junior defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) and redshirt freshman cornerback Josh Butler (19) sack Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Redshirt freshman cornerback Josh Butler (19) celebrates after sacking Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Redshirt freshman quarterback Brian Lewerke runs the ball down the field during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Northwestern safety Godwin Igwebuike tries to intercept a pass intended for senior wide receiver R.J. Shelton during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Head coach Mark Dantonio yells at a referee during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Freshman cornerback Justin Layne runs in for a touchdown after intercepting the ball during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Junior linebacker Chris Frey lifts up freshman cornerback Justin Layne after Layne intercepted the ball and ran in for a touchdown during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Senior quarterback Tyler O'Connor loses his footing as he runs the ball during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

A young fan reacts during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior quarterback Tyler O'Connor looks to pass during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior wide receiver Monty Madaris goes to stiff arm Northwestern safety Kyle Queiro during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Northwestern Jared McGee intercepts a pass intended for freshman wide receiver Donnie Corley during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Sophomore offensive tackle David Beedle is helped off the field after an injury during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior linebacker Riley Bullough tackles Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Sophomore cornerback Vayante Copeland forces out Northwestern wide receiver Flynn Nagel during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior wide receiver R.J. Shelton runs in for a touchdown during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior wide receiver R.J. Shelton runs in for a touchdown during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior linebacker Riley Bullough blocks offensive lineman Brad North during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

A young fan reacts during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Freshman wide receiver Donnie Corley runs in for a touchdown during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Redshirt freshman quarterback Brian Lewerke runs the ball down the field during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Northwestern linebacker Anthony Walker, Jr. almost knocks the ball out of junior running back Gerald Holmes' hands during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Senior tight end Josiah Price celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Sophomore safety Matt Morrissey (10), sophomore safety Khari Willis (27) and sophomore linebacker Byron Bullough (38) go in to tackle Northwestern wide receiver Flynn Nagel during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.

Sophomore running back LJ Scott gets tripped up by Northwestern corner back Montre Hartage during the game against Northwestern on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Northwestern defeated MSU, 54-40.