Michigan State fought, fumbled and did some seriously dumb things in a 31-9 loss to Maryland. Maryland is currently a decent peer program for the Spartans. Neither team is challenging the top of the Big Ten and both can make a case not to be in the basement. This meant a lot of questions should be answered in this game.
Questions Coming Into the Game:
Can Michigan State regroup and start strong against Maryland?
Short answer, no. A weird decision to fair catch the opening kick off at the 15 yard line gave some indication this team has zero confidence (something at least on Special Teams that may have been appropriate - more on that later).