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Cornhuskers Fall 20-17 Against Michigan State - Game Recap

The Spartans grabbed a Week 10 victory over the Cornhuskers on Saturday, winning 20-17 at Spartan Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Spartans were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 35.0.

Nate Carter rushed for 50 yards, while Katin Houser added 13 yards in the win. Montorie Foster Jr. and Tyrell Henry added 94 and 54 receiving yards respectively.

Emmett Johnson rushed for 57 yards for Nebraska, while Heinrich Haarberg added 37 yards. Heinrich Haarberg threw for 129 yards for the Cornhuskers, while receivers Thomas Fidone II and Malachi Coleman had 43 and 39 yards respectively.

Nebraska lost the offensive yardage battle to Michigan State 295-283 yards in Saturday's game. Nebraska had more first downs as that total ended up 19-11.

Nebraska led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 31:31-28:29 split in that important category.

Michigan State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Ohio State. Nebraska will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Maryland.