The Michigan State University (MSU) football team is set to host Purdue University at Spartan Stadium on Friday, November 22, 2024, with kickoff scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. This matchup is particularly intriguing as both teams are eager for a turnaround after recent hardships.
MSU enters the game with a record of 4-5, including 2-4 in Big Ten play, following a disappointing 38-16 defeat against Illinois on November 16. On the other hand, Purdue struggles significantly this season, with a record of 1-9 and 0-7 in conference games, coming off a tough 49-10 loss to Penn State.
Historically, the Spartans have had the upper hand in this rivalry, leading the all-time series against Purdue 27-19, with two ties. The last matchup saw MSU victorious, winning 40-29 in 2021.
Fans can catch the game live on Fox with coverage featuring announcers Connor Onion, Mark Helfrich, and Josh Sims. It will also be available via the Fox Sports app for online streaming. Additionally, several radio stations across Michigan will provide coverage, including WMMQ (Lansing), WJR (Detroit), and WBFX (Grand Rapids). Satellite listeners can tune into SiriusXM channel 84.
The Spartans are favored by 13.5 points against the Boilermakers, with an over/under set at 48.5 points, hinting at expectations for a competitive game.
As the season reaches its late stages, both teams have the opportunity to showcase their skills and bounce back from recent setbacks. A win for MSU could set the stage for a more promising end of the season, while Purdue will be hoping to pull off an upset to gain some momentum moving forward.
This game not only matters for the standings but also serves as a crucial moment for both teams to demonstrate resilience and the potential for future improvement.