Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio speaks to the media on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018, in East Lansing. Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press
EAST LANSING — Michigan State Spartans fans already know Rocky Lombardi for his football-famous name.
They might get a chance to learn more about the redshirt freshman as a quarterback Saturday.
Starter Brian Lewerke remains questionable with a right shoulder injury, which means Lombardi could make his first career start, with the task of jump-starting the Spartans’ stagnant offense against Purdue.
“I’m ready to play every Saturday," Lombardi said after practice Tuesday.