Michigan State vs. Michigan Football: Spartans Lead 3-0, Where to Find Score Updates on November 7

Verified: November 7, 2026, at 9:25 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−05:00); November 8, 2026, at 02:25 UTC.

Michigan State led Michigan 3-0 in the second quarter of their football rivalry game in Ann Arbor when checked. The CBS Sports game tracker showed the Spartans’ three points in the second quarter; the score can change quickly, so open the tracker for the current game clock and result.

The teams are playing for the Paul Bunyan Trophy at Michigan Stadium. Michigan State lists Peacock as the game’s streaming provider and the Spartan Media Network for radio coverage. The schools’ game pages also offer links to coverage and statistics.

Destaques

• Michigan State was ahead 3-0 when the score was checked; this is not a final result.
• The game was scheduled for Saturday, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. EST in Ann Arbor (00:30 UTC on November 8).
• Peacock carries the game, according to Michigan State’s official schedule.
• Check a live tracker for the latest score, quarter, possession and scoring plays.

What is the Michigan State vs. Michigan football score?

The latest score visible in the CBS Sports tracker at the time of verification was Michigan State 3, Michigan 0. The tracker showed both teams scoreless in the first quarter and Michigan State scoring three points in the second. Treat that as a snapshot, not a live scoreboard: the game may have moved on by the time you read it.

For an up-to-date answer, open the Michigan State–Michigan game tracker and check the score alongside the quarter and game clock. Those details help distinguish an in-progress score from a halftime or final result. If you are following a close finish, refresh the page and look for a final designation before sharing the outcome.

Where can you find live game updates and statistics?

The Michigan Athletics game center links to the broadcast, audio and game statistics. The Michigan State Athletics game center is another team source for game information. Live statistics may load on a separate service, and availability can depend on your device or connection.

A score tells you who is ahead; a play-by-play feed explains how the game got there. Look for the scoring summary to identify touchdowns and field goals, then check possession, down and distance for the immediate situation. The box score is useful for comparing passing, rushing and turnovers, although in-game numbers can be corrected as plays are reviewed.

If two pages disagree, compare their game clocks and refresh times. One feed may be behind another, especially after a scoring play or an official review. For the final score and detailed statistics, check the teams’ official game pages after the contest concludes.

How can you watch or listen to Michigan State vs. Michigan?

Michigan State’s official football schedule lists Peacock for the game and includes a streaming link. Check Peacock for current subscription and device requirements before signing in.

For audio, Michigan State lists the Spartan Media Network. Its game notes identify WMMQ 94.9 FM in Lansing, WJR 760 AM in Detroit and WBFX 101.3 FM in Grand Rapids among its radio options. Michigan’s game center also links to the Learfield Michigan Sports Network. Check the relevant station or team link for local availability.

When and where is the Michigan vs. Michigan State game?

Michigan hosts Michigan State at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Saturday, November 7, 2026. Both schools’ schedules list a 7:30 p.m. start in Ann Arbor, Eastern Standard Time (UTC−05:00), equivalent to 00:30 UTC on Sunday, November 8. Michigan State’s game notes separately list kickoff at 7:40 p.m. EST (00:40 UTC), so the schedule time and the more specific kickoff listing differ by 10 minutes.

Why does the Paul Bunyan Trophy game matter?

The matchup is a Big Ten conference game as well as an in-state rivalry. The winner takes the Paul Bunyan Trophy, and the result counts toward each team’s conference and overall record. According to Michigan State’s pregame notes, Michigan entered at 5-3 overall and 2-3 in the Big Ten; Michigan State entered at 2-6 overall and 0-5 in conference play.

Michigan had won the previous four meetings, including a 31-20 victory in 2025, according to the same notes. A Michigan win would extend that streak; a Michigan State win would end it. Neither outcome was established by the 3-0 snapshot, and readers should wait for the final score before drawing conclusions about the trophy or updated records.

FAQ

What was the score when it was last checked?

Michigan State led Michigan 3-0 in the second quarter when checked at 9:25 p.m. EST on November 7. Use the live tracker for the current score.

Is Michigan State vs. Michigan on Peacock?

Yes. Michigan State’s official schedule lists Peacock as the game’s streaming provider.

Where is the game being played?

The game is at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan.