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Michigan State's Mark Staten: Having OL meetings in training room not a good sign

EAST LANSING - The lone starter Michigan State lost on offense from last season was center Brian Allen.

The Spartans knew they would miss their co-captain and the offensive line would look different this season. However, they didn't anticipate it being shaken up this much.

Through five games, Michigan State (3-2, 1-1 Big Ten) has used five different starting combinations up front.

"We do mix things up in practice for these situations," Michigan State offensive line coach Mark Staten said Wednesday, "but when you're having your position meetings in the training room, it's not a good sign.