Here are quick takeaways and observations from the game: * That was Michigan State’s best performance of the season. The Spartans took the fight to the Hawkeyes from the jump, beat them at their own game and picked up a much-needed victory to start the season half of the schedule.

The Michigan State Spartans picked up an impressive and crucial victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes, 32-20, in a homecoming showdown. The Spartans played the most complete game of their season, shutting down Iowa’s passing game and finishing drives with points.