Will Michigan State surprise some folks this season? If they are going to, it will not be against an easy slate.
Four of the Spartans’ opponents were listed in the preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll and two other foes also received votes.
Michigan State has been picked by many to finish last in the Big Ten East Division after a lackluster 2-5 season a year ago. However, I’m higher on the Spartans than many and believe this bunch could overachieve in Year 2 under Mel Tucker.
Here’s my game-by-game predictions for the Spartans’ 2021 campaign: