Michigan State Spartans Playoffs 2026
Michigan State Spartans 2026 playoff page. The Michigan State are 3-6, 16th in the Big Ten with a -38 point differential and a 1-game winning streak.
Last time out they beat the Michigan Wolverines 15-6 on the road. Next up: home to the Washington Huskies (5-4) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 4:15 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.481 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Michigan State Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 15-6 at 
Michigan Wolverines
· Week 1
Next game
vs 
Washington Huskies (5-4)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.481 · 0 vs current playoff teams
Big Ten Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  UCLA Bruins | 9-0 | 3-0 | +175 | W4 |
| 2 |  Indiana Hoosiers | 8-1 | 2-1 | +180 | W2 |
| 3 |  Iowa Hawkeyes | 7-2 | 2-1 | +140 | W2 |
| 4 |  USC Trojans | 7-2 | 2-1 | +74 | W1 |
| 5 |  Illinois Fighting Illini | 6-3 | 3-0 | +49 | W3 |
| 6 |  Oregon Ducks | 6-3 | 3-1 | +108 | W2 |
| 7 |  Northwestern Wildcats | 6-3 | 2-2 | +105 | L2 |
| 8 |  Wisconsin Badgers | 6-3 | 2-2 | +73 | W1 |
| 9 |  Ohio State Buckeyes | 6-3 | 1-2 | +156 | L2 |
| 10 | Michigan Wolverines | 5-4 | 2-2 | +30 | L1 |
| 11 |  Penn State Nittany Lions | 5-4 | 2-2 | +86 | W2 |
| 12 | Washington Huskies | 5-4 | 2-1 | +40 | L1 |
| 13 |  Minnesota Golden Gophers | 5-4 | 1-3 | +24 | L2 |
| 14 |  Nebraska Cornhuskers | 5-4 | 0-3 | +123 | L3 |
| 15 |  Maryland Terrapins | 3-6 | 1-2 | -33 | W1 |
| 16 | Michigan State Spartans | 3-6 | 1-2 | -38 | W1 |
| 17 |  Purdue Boilermakers | 3-6 | 1-3 | -26 | L3 |
| 18 |  Rutgers Scarlet Knights | 2-7 | 1-3 | -60 | L3 |
Season Trend
Michigan State Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Northwestern | 6-3 | L 21-24 | |
| 1 | at UCLA #8 | 9-0 | L 10-28 | |
| 1 | at Michigan | 5-4 | W 15-6 | |
| 1 | vs Washington | 5-4 | ||
| 1 | vs Oregon | 6-3 | ||
| 1 | at Rutgers | 2-7 |
This Michigan State Spartans playoffs page refreshes after every Michigan State game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the Big Ten playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Michigan State Spartans playoffs FAQ
Are the Michigan State Spartans in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Michigan State be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the Big Ten today.
Who leads the Big Ten?
UCLA Bruins (9-0); the Michigan State are 16th.
When is the next Michigan State game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 4:15 PM EST, home to the Washington Huskies.
How hard is the Michigan State remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.481 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Michigan State clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Big Ten, or finish with one of the five best records among Big Ten non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Michigan State record at home and on the road?
0-1 at home, 1-1 away; 1-2 in the division and 1-2 in the half.