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Spartans Land No. 6 Preseason Ranking, But Still Embracing Underdog Role

By Steve Grinczel, MSUSpartans.com Online Columnist | @GrinzOnGreen

CHICAGO – Shilique Calhoun stopped the interviewer in his tracks, just like he has so many ball-carriers foolish enough to think they could beat him around Michigan State’s defensive flank.

“I know your question, I know your question,” Calhoun said. “Let me answer it for you.”

The charismatic, fifth-year, All-American defensive end – resplendent in a new black suit accessorized with a kaleidoscopic bowtie – then proceeded to ask and answer the inquiry he diagnosed despite having just the first two or three words with which to work.