Pat Fitzgerald will face his former team when the Michigan State Spartans host the No. 25 Northwestern Wildcats this afternoon.

Here’s everything fans need to know about the Big Ten matchup, including where to watch:

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Aidan Chiles returns

The Spartans’ former quarterback Aidan Chiles will make his return to Spartan Stadium after transferring to Northwestern. Chiles has thrown for 1,172 yards and nine touchdowns so far this season and has yet to throw an interception.

Fitzgerald faces former team

Chiles isn’t the only one facing his former team. MSU’s Pat Fitzgerald previously served as the head coach for the Wildcats for over 17 seasons before he was hired to take over in East Lansing. Today’s game will mark the first time he’ll face his former program.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

No. 25 Northwestern (4-1) vs. Michigan State (2-4)

When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026

Where: Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, Mich.

Time: Noon ET

Channel: Peacock