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FOOTBALL

Stretches of unanswered points characterize the Jonathan Smith era of MSU football

Under Jonathan Smith, Michigan State is supposed to be rebuilding — but the losses have become alarmingly familiar. Over the past two seasons, the Spartans have repeatedly started strong before unraveling in waves of unanswered points, turning competitive moments into blowouts. From ranked opponents like Ohio State and Oregon to unranked foes such as UCLA and Rutgers, the pattern has been the same: defensive lapses, fading urgency, and an offense that eventually disappears. As MSU continues its search for identity in year two, the question isn’t whether it can win — it’s whether it can compete.

FOOTBALL

MSU seeks an offensive revival against a stifling Indiana defense

After a promising 3-1 start behind a high-powered passing attack, Michigan State enters its matchup with No. 3 Indiana, searching for answers on offense. Junior quarterback Aidan Chiles has struggled in recent weeks and could miss his first start as a Spartan, opening the door for sophomore Alessio Milivojevic to step in against one of the nation’s stingiest defenses. The Hoosiers, unbeaten at 6-0, boast a physical front that ranks among the top 10 nationally in fewest points, yards and third-down conversions allowed. Facing a three-game skid and mounting offensive pressure, MSU looks to revive its early-season rhythm and regain confidence on the road.

HEALTH

MSU hosts mental health events for students and staff

With October being Disability Pride Month at Michigan State University, University Health and Wellbeing (UHW) is hosting plenty of events to honor and celebrate the contributions of the disability community, along with supporting mental health and wellness. Here is a list of events that will be going on all month.