The Spartans have an edge in this game, as their run defense was spectacular last week against one of the nation's best RBs in Kaleb Johnson and now face a Wolverines team that struggles to move the ball through the air. Outside of a late run to break free, Iowa's back was held to 23 rushing yards on 13 carries.

These teams enter the Mitten State rivalry with the same record, but one team is encouraged and the other is discouraged. If this game isn't going the Wolverines' way, don't be surprised if the home crowd showers them with groans and discontentment — hardly a home-crowd advantage.

QB Aidan Chiles is coming off his best performance of the season (22-for-30 passing for 256 yards) and will carry MSU to another rivalry win over the Wolverines, the Spartans' 11th win in the last 17 years... Who's the little brother, now?