Michigan's 4th-down stand in opening half was key to 29-7 triumph.

Michigan State used a timeout to confirm its play.

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The Spartans went for it on fourth-and-1 from the Michigan 5-yard line.

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Wolverines stopped Elijah Collins on fourth-and-1.

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MSU moved Jaden Reed and countered with Jalen Berger. Unimpressed, Michigan.

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With 7:31 left in the second quarter, Junior Colson and Michael Barrett sacked Christian Berger for 2 yards.

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It was the game-changing play in Michigan's 29-7 win against Michigan State, ending their two-game winning streak.

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Exhaling is vital. Michigan's early fumble and MSU's 70-yard drives silenced the crowd.

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Given this rivalry's previous history, the stoppage was a relief.

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Michigan football's 4th-down defense in the first half was the deciding factor in a 29-7 victory.

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