Michigan State held off a spirited Maryland comeback, securing a 38-28 victory at Ford Field in Detroit. Alessio Milivojevic shined with four touchdown passes to four different receivers, helping the Spartans build a commanding 24-7 halftime lead. The Terrapins rallied with three third-quarter touchdowns to pull within three points, but Alante Brown's electric 92-yard kick return touchdown provided the crucial momentum shift for the Spartans.