Less than 24 hours until kickoff, Michigan State football knows it has a lot to play for still, including a bowl berth. The Spartans’ quest for six wins begins Saturday against Illinois, who also happens to be 2-6 and desperate for a win.
Michigan State hasn’t had a season like this in over a decade and it’s hurting Mark Dantonio to have to watch his team of talented players suffer six consecutive losses. Still, they will bounce back by the end of the year and get even better next season.
Everyone knew this season would be a step back from last year’s playoff run, but no one thought it’d be more of a backwards leap.