Week 7 Game Predictions: Northwestern vs. Michigan State

Northwestern returns to the road Saturday for a Big Ten matchup with No. 25 Michigan State in East Lansing. The Wildcats (4-1) are coming off a dominant victory over Ball State, while the Spartans look to rebound after an overtime loss to Illinois. Aidan Chiles is set to face his former team as Northwestern’s offense, led by Chip Kelly, continues to run with momentum. The game also features coaching storylines, with David Braun going up against Pat Fitzgerald, plus both teams managing injuries. Three staff predictions split between Northwestern 28-24, Northwestern 25-19, and a higher-scoring Northwestern-leaning outcome.