Michigan State football got out of the gates hot, on both sides of the ball throughout their 2-0 start in the 2021 campaign. There were a lot of questions heading into the season, but Xavier Henderson was not one of them.
Xavier Henderson has been one of the most consistent defenders on the Michigan State defense throughout his time in East Lansing.
Henderson’s consistency and production is finall getting recognized, as he has been graded by Pro Football Focus (PFF) as the No. 1 safety in the country through week two.
MSU’s Xavier Henderson is now the #1 Graded Safety in the Nation with a PFF grade of 86.7. He has 6 Defensive Stops (14th NCAA) and allowed 2 catches on 6 targets for only 10 yards and a 2.8 Passer Rating when targeted. He has played 65 snaps in the Box, 67 at FS, 11 at Slot CB.
— Al Karsten (@bigalfredosauce) September 13, 2021
Henderson will continue to lead the Spartans in what they hope is a successful season.
