Mel Tucker last spoke on the incident Saturday during his post game press conference, saying the eight players will remain suspended at least until the findings from the investigation are released.
Michigan State’s tight ends have been getting in on the action during the team’s last two wins over Rutgers and Illinois. One of these players was fifth-year tight end Daniel Barker who recorded season-high numbers against the Scarlet Knights.
Coming into Saturday's game, the team had only made two field goals in the season, one against Illinois and one against Maryland. In preparation for their matchup with the Scarlet Knights, Head Coach Mel Tucker and the Spartans decided to change the way they practiced kicking.
The Spartans were able to actually move the ball with some consistency throughout the afternoon both through the air and on the ground. That improved look on offense can be tied directly to the improved rushing attack.
Michigan State football is one game closer to bowl eligibility. The Spartans defeated the Rutgers Scarlet Knights 27-21 Saturday in East Lansing thanks to solid offensive performances from both the run and the pass game.
Despite dominating in total yards, time of possession and total plays, Michigan State went to the locker room with just a seven-point lead against Rutgers.
Last weekend, Michigan State pulled off an upset on the road against No. 14 Illinois. Rutgers, on the other hand, is coming off of a 52-17 loss at the hands of Michigan. With both teams currently sitting at 4-5 on the season, bowl game eligibility is in the foreground of this weekend’s matchup.
Michigan State's defense has made immense strides over the last three weeks.
MSU's ground attack played a big part in its upset win over Illinois. Now, the Spartans must keep it going if they hope to reach six wins and a bowl game.
The odds were stacked against Michigan State heading into Saturday afternoon for plenty of reasons, yet MSU pulled off an upset worth more than just an addition to the win column.
Michigan State's had multiple players rise to the occasion in one of the top performances from the defense this season.
Illinois made Michigan State sweat all the way to the very last play, but MSU's defense ultimately stepped up for the upset win.
Eli loved his South Alabama pick so much from last week that he's going back to the Jaguars this week.
The State News’ football beat writer Alex Faber spoke with Jonathan Alday of The Daily Illini to get a preview of what Michigan State can expect Saturday afternoon.
Michigan State is at a pivotal moment in its season where the Spartans could rally together or completely derail.
Mel Tucker apologized Monday for his team's actions while also assuring Michigan State is cooperating with ongoing investigations.
Keon Coleman was the lone bright spot for MSU's offense that put up just seven points versus No. 4 Michigan.
Michigan State is hanging around No. 4 Michigan despite two failed fourth down conversions and 245 yards of offense gained by the Wolverines.
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