Michigan Wolverines Face Tough Test Against New MSU Coach Pat Fitzgerald

The Michigan Wolverines are set to face a tough test against new Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald, who has made bold claims about his team's prospects against the Wolverines. Fitzgerald, who signed a five-year, $30 million deal with Michigan State, expects his team to be competitive and win a Big Ten championship. However, his track record against the Wolverines is not encouraging, with a 1-9 record against Michigan during his time as Northwestern's head coach. The Wolverines have won the last four games against Michigan State, and the two teams will meet on November 7 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor. Fitzgerald's time at Northwestern was marked by a 4-20 record over his last two years on the job, which may raise concerns about his ability to turn around the Michigan State program. Despite these challenges, Fitzgerald is confident in his team's abilities and is looking to make a strong impression against the Wolverines.