The No. 15/14 Michigan State Spartans had some rust to shake off at times in the season opener Friday night against intrastate foe the Western Michigan Broncos. However, MSU took care of business in the end to ensure a “Victory for MSU” in a 35-13 victory.
MSU quarterback Payton Thorne was a bit out of sorts in the first half, often overthrowing his target. However, he ended the night 12-of-24 for 233 yards and four touchdowns to just one interception. Despite being “prep school teammates” with Jayden Reed, Thorne spread the ball around to Keon Coleman, Tre Mosley, Germie Bernard, and Daniel Barker for a touchdown catch each.