Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio speaks to the media on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, in East Lansing. Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press
EAST LANSING — Michigan State football suddenly is in a precarious position at running back.
La’Darius Jefferson entered the NCAA transfer portal Tuesday, joining former backfield mate Connor Heyward. They were the Spartans’ Nos. 1 and 2 running backs entering the season and the only players with significant game experience.
“I mean, you can’t prepare for it,” offensive coordinator Brad Salem said Tuesday as the Spartans prepare to face No.