Chris Solari and Jeff Seidel recap MSU coach Mark Dantonio’s press conference to preview the Spartans’ Big Ten opener at Northwestern. Chris Solari and Jeff Seidel, Detroit Free Press
Free Press sports writer Chris Solari breaks down Saturday's Michigan State-Northwestern football game:
Fast facts
Matchup: Michigan State (2-1) at Northwestern (1-1).
Kickoff: Noon, Saturday, Ryan Field, Evanston, Illinois.
TV/radio: ABC, WJR-AM (760).
Line: Spartans by 9.
Injury report
Michigan State: Out: LS Ryan Armour (left leg, season), DE Zach Slade (leg, season), WR Jalen Nailor (right foot), LT A.