EAST LANSING - Michigan State rallied late for a 38-31 season-opening win against Utah State on Friday night to avoid an upset at Spartan Stadium.
Here are notable quotes from Michigan State players and coaches following the game:
"We certainly make it interesting. I wish we wouldn't, but that seems to be the trend sometimes."
- Coach Mark Dantonio on pulling out the narrow victory.
"I think I was a little bit surprised, I think we were all a little bit surprised, how fast Utah State was able to run their offense.