Illinois stops Michigan State two-point try to win 38-37 in overtime

Illinois beat Michigan State 38-37 in overtime, stopping the Spartans’ two-point try after Michigan State rallied from a 17-point deficit to tie the game late in regulation. Illinois quarterback Katin Houser, a former Spartan, left with a hand injury in the third quarter; backup Michael Clayton threw the 25-yard touchdown that put the Illini ahead in overtime. Jaziun Patterson scored four touchdowns for Michigan State, including the tying score in regulation and another in overtime, but his team’s final conversion attempt fell short. The loss was Michigan State’s fourth straight, leaving the Spartans 2-4 overall and 0-3 in Big Ten play; coach Pat Fitzgerald said going for the win was the right choice given injuries to the defense.