Greatest Plays in Spartan Football History

A collection of some of the greatest plays in Spartan football history.

[@dannykendra2289]

omg MSU has given notre dame so many painful losses lmao

[@Lekcots11]

and Wisconsin haha

[@SpiffingWeasel1]

Not as many as we've given Michigan =)

[@chrisfairres4971]

Yea but ND the reason MSU didn't play in a National Championship in 2013..Go Irish!!

[@brentcavner5944]

Add in the fact that ND had to remove that win for being a dirty program...

[@slipshaft]

Yep..if you count those years when all the UMvsMSU games were played in Ann Arbor, UM picked their own refs, and MSU was the "MSC aggies." You can just pound your chests over that one!! How about 36-30-6 since MSU joined the B1G. That's the REAL record!! You guys can also call yourselves the "winningest program" with all your victories over Albion College and Pioneer High School as well.

[@omar-ip6jh]

I was in the stadium for 2 of those plays. The Swenson FG and the Wisconsin hailmary. I love my Spartans. Forever #GoGreen

[@ScottayH29]

+omar aljohani So was I!

[@friendlypeople4702]

+omar aljohani go white

[@tfewald01]

+omar aljohani I wasn't, but I was there as a student when MSU beat Bo Schembeckler in his first year at UM. We had a terrible team (only two Big Ten wins), and UM was great (only that one Big Ten loss), but WE WON. 1969. Still my favorite sports event of my lifetime 46 years later. Love seeing what Dantonio has done at MSU now. Go Green!

[@rogerbundy238]

I was there for Wisconsin Hail Mary and the ND little giants. Will never ever forget those moments.

[@chrissatterwhite711]

I was there at that Wisconsin game. To this day the best college football game I’ve ever seen. The lead changes. Multiple safeties. Blocked field goals and kicks and then the end. You never see all those things happen in one game

[@TheRedDiamondFTW]

Michigan fans be like - "That whole compilation was lucky"

[@swalte6325]

Good teams make their own luck, Go Green!

[@TheRedDiamondFTW]

swalte6325 Go White!

[@firedupman6788]

Go green

[@TheRedDiamondFTW]

Andrew Wright Go Spartans

[@BBKlima]

Because Michigan fans are dumb.

[@craniostomy]

Jalen Watts-Jackson: Instant hero. Instant Legend. To all Spartans. To their fans. Genuinely epic.

[@inaudiblearia8047]

We don’t always beat OSU, but when we do we take their beloved championship dreams and turn them into nightmares.

[@anthonycopter1068]

True

[@Lekcots11]

I think some plays from the 35 point comeback against Northwestern should be on here as well.

[@closeet293]

Wasn’t that basketball

[@Stephenc35753]

@@closeet293 ... No. Msu had a 35 point come from behind win against NU and I believe that it's still the record for biggest comeback win in NCAA football history

[@woop6078]

@@Stephenc35753 they had one in both football and basketball against northwestern the northwestern basketball one is one of the top 3 biggest comebacks in ncaa basketball history according to wikipedia en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comeback_(sports)

[@JohnSmith-nl2us]

@@Stephenc35753 ironic that comeback win came under John Loser Smith lol

[@Stephenc35753]

@@woop6078 interesting, I actually didn't know that! Thank you for sharing that.

[@MiamiSpartan1]

I could watch that every day for the rest of my life. GO GREEN!

[@Mhult99]

Tom Koyzis GO WHITE

[@nevercrossed7331]

GO WHITE

[@johnmanor5236]

21:34 that look on Harbaugh's face - OMG, priceless.

[@brandonkellogg6702]

My brother in law's family is divided between UM and MSU fans. That game they were all watching together and the UM majority were just bragging about how MSU had their few years of luck and that it ran out. Only like 4 of the MSU people (including him) were in the house watching the game that day and obviously were quiet the whole time. Then this happened and they were running around dancing like 12 year olds that just beat their dad at chess for the first time. Everyone else was in disbelief. It was glorious.

[@ElmTreee]

Every Spartan fan remembers where they were for that. GO GREEN!

[@cjennings2876]

I was at work during the 2015 game against Michigan and got home to watch the 4 th quarter. I thought that game was over. I'm on Facebook by then talking my friends about the loss. I hear the tv guy get excited I look up and I see a MSU player picking up the ball running with it. I'm jumping up and down saying " Go! Go! Go!" And then TD! I was then running around the house screaming " Spartans Win !" Even my dog was going crazy lol What a game!

[@lylemoore3827]

My old roommate from MSU was a big Michigan fan (go figure lol) and before that punt I went ahead and texted him "good game" congratulating him on the win then it ended up looking like I was being sarcastic or taunting him 😅

[@shaihulud6725]

there was a hole in my wall after (i think) the last failed connor cook 3rd down try. It was over and i was pacing around in the background but was still glancing a bit at the tv. Then the angels sang.

[@TaiNguyen-pz2ny]

I quit watching the MSU-UM game 2015 and went downstairs. Then I hear yelling and screaming. I go downstairs to see my entire family, cousins and all, running around. I ask my cousin what just happened and he said "MSU WON!!!!!"

[@Mhult99]

Mason Nguyen my dad did the same 😂😂😂😂

[@lemonovi7048]

Same

[@carsonrose2319]

my dad was about to take a shower after the turnover on downs then he started running around the house shirtless

[@jackiewhitmarsh1075]

cool and good for you

[@milo7164]

My parents did same and my dad walked around whole neighborhood with MSU flag

[@skisal2002]

time to add that field goal from saturday onto the end of the video!

[@knpstrr]

+Salim Bhabhrawala time to add LJ Scott reach

[@gill2069]

+Salim Bhabhrawala time to add Cox INT

[@Ezio1026]

+Salim Bhabhrawala Time to add us winning the national championship, oh wait, thats to come :)

[@OrEe87]

Andy, you need to wait until Dantonio retires to make these greatest moment compilations. The guy shits these out like White Castle sliders.... Which is Nice.

[@slipshaft]

Another Butthurt WALverine! Hope you have your preparation H ready for Saturday!!

[@Teddi92]

Need to add the touchdown by Jack Allen from 11/28/2015

[@AmericanMetalhead100]

+Jacob Butler and the OSU field goal.

[@MrAngrybox]

+Jacob Butler Happened right in front on me on the south end zone, one of the greatest things i've ever witnessed.

[@Mhult99]

nvriese that's so cool I am going to a game in November hope they win GI WHITE GI GREEN

[@JBrown1009_1]

*Mike Hart calls MSU their little brother *Sparty: "Hold my beer!" Amazing to watch in 2019!

[@Elliesbow]

JBrown 1009 especially after last Saturday’s game 😂😂

[@t.g.i.f2936]

Especially after this season

[@roccomcg3611]

I still like my Spartans even tho we are kinda bad this season, hopefully our new coach will turn us around

[@anthonycopter1068]

@@roccomcg3611 I didn't trust Mel Tucker at first because he left Colorado after he told them he was coming back and he only came after they offered to double his salary. But, since they beat Michigan and a ranked team (Northwestern) his first year, I have to say, he did a good job. It's not his fault they get shit for recruits. What do you think about Coach Tucker so far?

[@roccomcg3611]

@@anthonycopter1068 I think he is pretty good. But the team needs some wor

[@rickpotts869]

Rest in peace charles rogers you were one of the best wide recievers for mich state.

[@ScottayH29]

One of the best MSU Compilation videos ive ever seen. Great plays! I remember where I was for so many of them!

[@denisdooley1540]

LOL

[@chrissatterwhite711]

It’s pretty unbelievable just how many super close and entertaining games were played during the dantonio era. I’ll always miss it

[@WesBlackman]

I'm halfway through and can barely see the screen cause my eyes are filled with HAPPY tears. Saving this so I can watch it when I need a pick-me-up. Great to watch when it isn't football season. I was there in person for some of these, including the Levi Jackson run when I was 13.

[@MrAngrybox]

"What just happened. What the hell just happened???"

[@sirtalkalotdoolittle]

Levi Jackson will live forever in my heart. I was there with my grandfather and I have been known to force my children to watch that run. It helps that we live in Columbus, OH.

[@debrabrandell8938]

Thank you, Andy! And my husband thanks you!! He was there for Levi Jackson's 88-yard run against Ohio State, and Jeff Smoker's pass to Duckett to beat Michigan on the last play. He loved this!

[@thomasbradford7170]

I was at every home game highlight with the exception of the 51 Notre Dame game. Wasn't born yet. Too young to watch the 54 Rose Bowl other than that game but saw all the other away games on tv. The first highlight I saw is still my favorite because it was the first. Levi Jackson going 88 yards and the upset of the #1 Buckeyes. Great compilation!!

[@sebastianflowers8793]

In the year 2015 two more plays would be added The butterfingers Michigan punt TD and the amazing field goal to beat the FuckEyes of OSU

[@cinesmc9292]

Sebastian Flowers hell yeah brother

[@buckeye2360]

-That was absolute luck and not skill -The "Fuckeyes" did win a championship 2 years ago, when was the last time MSU won one?

[@CummingsDG]

Buckeye last year

[@buckeye2360]

Deven Cummings Nah, you guys don't even have one xD

[@esasinat3045]

+Buckeye let's see you make a 22 min video of fuckeye history plays

[@CPSJSMSUUMUGA]

This is great. Many thanks. I know it took a lot of time to put together. I like hearing the announcers, and the crowd. So many compilations are made unpleasant by music, usually bad, overly loud music. The only play I saw in-person was Levi Jackson's 88 yard run against Number 1 ranked Ohio State in 1974. As big, and exciting, as that play, IMO the last play, in which Ohio State was stopped cold from the MSU 1, and then didn't get another play off before the game ended, although it was close, and the ending wasn't announced until 45 minutes after the game.

[@Mhult99]

John Hocking it is really fun

[@Mhult99]

To watch

[@GoGreen1977]

I was there, too. I remember hanging around on the field waiting for the final decision. I also recall my roommate and I were going to leave the game before it ended, thinking Ohio State was going to win, to run an errand before the crowds headed out. We stood up to leave and just then, everyone else stood up and started screaming as Levi took off down the field. It was a strange sensation to stand up and then see everyone else jump to their feet. It took us a moment to realize why. I had the urge to say, "No, really, no need for you to get up". Great game!

[@Mysteryman5959]

I love this video. I have had the privilege of witnessing a couple of these. Spartans will!

[@spartanryan25]

Great job once again, Andy! I have been fortunate enough to see some of these plays in person. Go green!

[@OrEe87]

Real talk, love your work man, a true Spartan historian.

[@jacobsbill]

Wow.........so many great memories!

[@johnnyactionspacepnk]

Magnificent! I love this, 20+ minutes of Spartygasms! I was at the ND game Teague won on the 19 yard run on OT in South Bend. The Levi Jackson run and that game made me a Spartan fan. If you do add to this awesome collection after this regular season I would humbly and I stress humbly suggest the Denicos Allen 4th and 1 stop on Braxton Miller in the B1G Championship game and maybe the 4th and 1 goal line stand vs Oregon in this years game. Nobody better on 4th and 1 than MSU. Again, awesome job on ALL the MSU videos you make. Much appreciated.

[@MrSpartyhawk]

Thank you very much for the time and effort you put into compiling this video. I will treasure it.

[@rufusmarlon9153]

We definitely need some of this, especially this year

[@williamkoestner1400]

I could watch this aaaaaaaaaall day long, man.

[@seanjtorres]

Love the videos, thanks so much!

[@scottymsu6063]

So good! Truly won't of the best 22 mins of my life! #GoGreen #V4MSU

[@jaybouchard5997]

One of the best created videos from college football I’ve seen Well done, an example to all

[@erikknudsen4034]

Nice. Though some of that footage from the late 90's make me feel old!

[@YOLOingbanana]

Love these videos keep making them

[@garrettcribb4897]

I here 5 years late but this is a video I’ve needed

[@giftbaggabriel9294]

That whole compilation was lucky -Salty michigan fans

[@chankamain908]

Mark Dudley you look like a dumbass.

[@carsonrose2319]

Mark Dudley Bruh that is the only thing you say on ever MSU video. You also can’t count all the games when we were called Michigan Agriculture College and black people couldn’t play

[@jamesdouglasallen]

Aww man, you made this just a few weeks too early. :) The Jack Allen TD and the Burbridge double spin move from the PSU game :) The LJ Scott TD against Iowa and the windmill celebration from OSU. Thanks for putting this together.

[@mattbarlow4533]

Love this video, really has all of the best moments here, my only wish would be that it was chronological and with postings of maybe the records of the teams or stakes of the games posted here. Still love this and GO GREEN!

[@MChamp4244]

Beautiful

[@shaihulud6725]

this is a great video

[@Lettich3407]

The one for MSU vs Iowa, I was actually there in Spartan Stadium live. GO GREEN!!

[@HarryGillen]

I was at a good chunk of these games. Burress in 1999, Ducket in 2001, Teague in 2005, Blair White in 2008, Swenson in 2008, Caper in 2009, and Little Giants in 2010. Some of these are the greatest memories of my life just given who I was with and how amazing it was. I'll never forget how loud that stadium got when Duckett caught that pass with one second left, I was maybe fifteen at the time and I still remember it clear as day. My old man was on the sideline when Levi Jackson swooshed past for the 85 yard run in 74. The two of us were in South Bend when that 2005 game went to overtime. Very few people remember Michigan State blew a 17 point lead in the fourth quarter, my pop was so pissed he left the stadium, missed the game winning touchdown!

[@lman2677]

yes the flag planting game. That game for as great as it was is usually overlooked because it turned into a mess because we planted that flag. It was still great for those of us who remember it.

[@BBKlima]

Best. Video. Ever!!!!!!

[@jakobgross2233]

What a great video

[@michaelotten2724]

Fun to watch

[@SjXCYT]

Great Vid

[@johntaylor254]

thanks andy!

[@sharkyy9037]

I like how it goes oldest to newest then old then new pretty cool

[@swalte6325]

I really feel bad for Andy, he puts up a great video of amazing plays and then the Spartans just HAVE to keep making more! Time for an update! haha

[@machine021984]

I remember exactly where I was for some of these moments

[@SpiffingWeasel1]

The chargedown on the baylor game is still my favourite, particularly as it came after the onside kick to get back in touch.

[@jamesdouglasallen]

Bennie Fowler's catch and run at the start of the second half in the Rose Bowl could go on here too. I'm not being critical, I just like remembering the plays. Your video is amazing.

[@michaelhaan5948]

i am happy for football season for this year

[@midnighter64]

These are all great! I would have added Denicos Allen’s stop on 4th down in the BIG Championship game.

[@darrylviv9851]

oh that was flipping great Go Green

[@eddiefury]

14:03 Larry Caper gets drilled and just shakes it off for the TD. =O Beast mode.

[@benmulder6487]

So many of these plays I can remember exactly where I was when it happened

[@brandonkellogg6702]

The best games to attend in person are the ones that everyone will stay at the entire game for, even if it's a blowout. Michigan State beat WMU like 42-10 years back and we left halfway through the 3rd quarter (our tickets were free :P). But you know nobody even thinks of leaving when your team is blowing out Michigan. It's AMAZING.

[@lazerhornet794]

1:41 is probably one of the greatest plays i’ve ever seen

[@yamashi7777]

Commentator: dont mess up the snap. Michigan:no, I don't think I will.

[@Spartan_Mello]

Love this! Any chance there will be a highlight video from the Oregon game?

[@troythibodeaux1246]

This is Sparta 🤜🤜💚💚💚💚

[@RandomClips__1]

I love my Spartans forever

[@JackJones-nf1nb]

Its weird to think Nick Saban was coaching some of these plays.

[@shawnmacmillan5250]

Alexander Smith-Jones he is a trader

[@daviddabbs2474]

One thing for sure, when MSU comes up BIG in BIG games...they come up HUGE

[@Alexj420]

Jeremy Langford was such a beast

[@willblake6526]

5:03 lmao that one guy just goes flying over

[@Rlind416]

LOL I just watched that part five times. Hilarious!!!

[@59mercyman]

As a died in the wool spartan, I can say just one big ten team has consistently given us a hell of a time is Wisconsin, it’s always a great game win or lose

[@59mercyman]

Fuck Ohio state & Michigan, I want to play teams with a set of balls

[@Rumplestilskin43]

What a great way to spend 22 minutes!

[@Dylan-qy5tc]

For any Spartans worried; Spartans don't give up.

[@BarbellThor]

The ref at 17:33. "Ok, shit's about to get crazy, I'm gettin' tf outta here."

[@b1oom406]

This is from 5 years ago wow

[@TaiNguyen-pz2ny]

This guy is my favorite Michigan State KZbinr

[@closeet293]

He’s the only one

[@upbeatproductions7614]

@@closeet293 There’s many more lmao

[@davidtaco8890]

I literally popped a blood vessel in my left eye from that 2015 Michigan shit punt play. It was one of the best, if not THE best plays ever.

[@tf2player943]

seems like the crowd is more tame now than it used to be

[@angusrocks6464]

With the exception of the 17:00 mark, even this Badger fan loved this video.

[@flash521]

“MSU is still the Big Boy on the block” - get ready - Go Spartans !

[@Theycallmekenney]

the Renaldo Hill INT was the game nobody saw nobody gave MSU a chance.

[@gill2069]

You forgot about the Hoyer trick play against Notre Dame late in the third quarter in 2007

[@cjennings2876]

I was at the ND game when MSU did the fake FG and Wisconsin hail marry! My seats were in section 3 and those plays were right in front of me

[@gabrielbthatguy]

The kicker for Oregon got WRECKED at 11:32 😂😂😂

[@upbeatproductions7614]

Oregon?

[@MichaelClark-uw7ex]

Sparty can thank Jim Tressel for suggesting Dantonio to be their next head coach.

[@yayobadazz92]

The last two they showed r the best ones in MSU history

[@ikeurban7379]

Woah he has trouble with the snap

[@cjennings2876]

you should do Greatest Plays in Spartan Basketball History

[@partyonsparty1875]

gonna need to add the field goal

[@abstract5993]

i love my sparty

[@partyonsparty1875]

Now u gotta add the Reach

[@t.g.i.f2936]

He has trouble with the snap!

[@tonypeltier9084]

time to add the entire final drive from the iowa game too lol

[@angusrocks6464]

I'm firmly convinced that the play at 17:00 cost Wisconsin the national championship that year. Still hurts to watch.

[@jameswillis1742]

That block at about 11:33 is one of the best blocks youll ever see

[@LoKom12]

When Connor said, "what happened? What the hell just happened?!" was literally me at that moment. Go green

[@anthonyditto2540]

hel yes

[@truthbtold2910]

Beating UM and the Irish...it don't get better than that. Go Green!

[@Robotron2084psn]

Awesome vid! Go Irish!