Michigan State football remains a team that is battling critical injuries, according to the latest availability report.
The initial availability report for this week's rivalry matchup between Michigan-Michigan State has been released, and it continues to be a horror story for the Spartans. Michigan State has already ruled out a number of key players, including running back Jaziun Patterson, cornerback Tre Bell, linebacker Jordan Hall, defensive lineman Ben Roberts, tight end Jayden Savoury. The Spartans will be down to their fourth string running back again this week.
The one positive news is that starting quarterback Alessio Milivojevic was upgraded to questionable after missing the Spartans' last game vs. UCLA. Key safety Devin Vaught is also
listed as questionable in this matchup.
Here is the full availability report that Stephen Brooks of 247Sports posted on X on Wednesday:
Michigan State’s first availability report for Saturday’s game at Michigan.
— Stephen Brooks (@StephenM_Brooks) November 5, 2026
QB Alessio Milivojevic and S Devin Vaught listed as questionable. RB Jaziun Patterson is out for the second straight game. pic.twitter.com/69cOgaHxeL
Michigan State comes into this rivalry game looking to snap a six-game losing streak. The Spartans are 2-6 overall and 0-5 in Big Ten play this year. A loss to the Wolverines would essentially ensure a fifth straight season without reaching a bowl game.
Kickoff for this matchup between the Spartans and Wolverines is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday. The game will be available to watch via Peacock (streaming) and NBCSN.
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