GREEN & WHITE FOOTBALL

Replay: Michigan State 30, Minnesota 27

Phil Friend
Lansing State Journal
Brian Lewerke #14 of the Michigan State Spartans runs for a first down during the second quarter of the game against the Michigan Wolverines  at Michigan Stadium on October 7, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan State defeated Michigan 14-10.

The world surrounding Michigan State football is much different than it was just six weeks ago.

Five wins was a successful season. Bowl eligibility would be marvelous. Eight wins would be a dream.

Welp, now, expectations are through the roof for the Spartans after a 4-1 start to this season — including another win over then-top 10 Michigan — and, as of this week, a top 25 ranking.

Now, Michigan State must ensure it avoids the classic "trap game" after the huge win over the Wolverines. Minnesota is led by a man Michiganders know well — former Western Michigan coach and renowned boat rower P.J. Fleck.

Hang out with us, won't you, for this Saturday night melee?

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