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Michigan State football's eerie opener: No fans, no band, no cheerleaders, no Sparty

Matt Allen can’t wait to see his parents Saturday.

It shouldn’t be too hard. They will be among the few spectators inside Spartan Stadium who will get to watch Michigan State football’s season opener against Rutgers.

“For the fans, unfortunately, they can't be there right now,” Allen said Tuesday on a video call. “And I know a lot of the guys are bummed that they're not going to be able to run out in front of all of Spartan Stadium.”

The Big Ten decided fans would not be allowed at any of the 14 schools this season.