Overview

• Makhi Frazier ran for 103 yards and a touchdown in his first career start as the Spartans built a 21-0 halftime lead.
• The defense held Western Michigan to 29 rushing yards, forced three turnovers on downs, and produced a third-quarter safety by Alex VanSumeren and Jalen Thompson.
• Quarterback Aidan Chiles went 17-for-23 for 155 yards and a touchdown before a late strip-sack; he said he got the wind knocked out and felt fine.
• Backup Alessio Milivojevic was intercepted by former Spartan Tate Hallock, who returned it 32 yards for the Broncos' lone touchdown; the two-point attempt failed.
• The victory extends Michigan State's run to 25 straight home nonconference season-opening wins and 14 consecutive wins over Western Michigan.