EAST LANSING, Mich. — Kurt Hess found Jelani Berassa over the middle for a short touchdown pass in the second quarter, and suddenly, Youngstown State had a chance to tie the game against its heavily favored host.

Then the extra point was blocked, Michigan State scored a quick touchdown — and the Penguins never recovered.

B.J. Cunningham caught nine passes for 130 yards and a touchdown, and the No. 17 Spartans beat Youngstown State 28-6.