It truly was a tale of two halves in East Lansing Friday night as MSU did just enough in the second half to win.
No matter how big or small, the most important thing to MSU is winning as it chases its first bowl berth since 2021.
Michigan State's approach to their running backs also went through the air on Friday night in East Lansing.
Michigan State managed to avoid a second half surge by Purdue to snap its losing streak in a 24-17 win Friday night.
Michigan State's availability report for tonight's game against Purdue.