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Projecting Michigan State’s starters and depth chart in Peach Bowl versus Pittsburgh

The Michigan State Spartans will face the Pittsburgh Panthers in the Peach Bowl tonight, a game between two teams that both exceeded expectations this season. Michigan State head coach Mel Tucker has not released a public depth chart this season and though he has been a little less secretive about the roster as of late, he is not going to release one for this game either. Using prior game results and reports about the roster, I have predictions on who we will see as the starters and reserves.

Quarterback

Starter: Payton Thorne

Backup: Noah Kim or Anthony Russo

Payton Thorne has an opportunity to set Michigan State program single season records in touchdowns and total yards with the offensive attack likely leaning on the passing game.