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Michigan State stays perfect on the season, eyes Big Ten title

No. 5 Michigan State has a lot of momentum following its thrilling comeback win over its in-state rival.

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Michigan State coach Mel Tucker, right, is congratulated by athletic director Alan Haller following a 37-33. win over Michigan in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

EAST LANSING, Mich. — No. 5 Michigan State has a lot of momentum following its thrilling comeback win over its in-state rival.

That's giving one of college football’s surprising teams a shot to win a Big Ten Conference title and perhaps contend for a national championship.

The Spartans rallied Saturday from a 16-point third-quarter deficit to upset Michigan behind five rushing touchdowns by Kenneth Walker III.

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Michigan State players celebrate their 37-33 win over Michigan in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

With the victory, Michigan State stayed atop the Big Ten East standings along with No. 6 Ohio State.

The Spartan's Big Ten and playoff hopes will be determined by road games at Purdue and Ohio State and home matchups with Maryland and Penn State.

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