Week 12
Final
1978 Big 10
| Team | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
 Illinois | 1 | 8 | .182 |
 Indiana | 4 | 7 | .364 |
 Iowa | 2 | 9 | .182 |
 Minnesota | 5 | 6 | .455 |
 Northwestern | 0 | 10 | .045 |
 Ohio State | 7 | 4 | .625 |
 Purdue | 9 | 2 | .792 |
 Wisconsin | 5 | 4 | .545 |
 Michigan | 10 | 2 | .833 |
 Michigan State | 8 | 3 | .727 |
Game Summary
The Northwestern Wildcats were easily defeated by the Michigan State Spartans, 52 to 3, on November 18, 1978.
