On November 19, 1966, a historic college football game took place between Notre Dame and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan. The game, which ended in a 10-10 tie, was dubbed the "Game of the Century" due to the hype surrounding the matchup between the two undefeated teams, both of which were ranked in the top two spots in the national polls.

The game lived up to its billing, with both teams showcasing their defensive prowess. Notre Dame, led by head coach Ara Parseghian, featured a strong running game and a stout defense. Michigan State, coached by the legendary Duffy Daugherty, boasted a balanced offensive attack and an equally formidable defense.

The score was tied 10-10 late in the fourth quarter when Notre Dame got the ball back on their own 30-yard line with just over a minute left to play. Instead of going for the win, Parseghian opted to run out the clock, settling for the tie. This decision was met with controversy, as many believed that Notre Dame, being the top-ranked team, should have tried to win the game outright.

The tie left both teams with identical 9-0-1 records. Despite the anticlimactic ending, the 1966 Notre Dame vs. Michigan State game remains one of the most famous and talked-about games in college football history. It showcased the intense competition and strategic decision-making that makes the sport so compelling.

In the end, Notre Dame was awarded the national championship by the voting polls, while Michigan State finished second. The 1966 "Game of the Century" continues to be celebrated as a defining moment in college football history, remembered for the incredible talent on both sides of the ball and the controversial coaching decision that left the game in a tie.