Jonathan Smith, Michigan State and the optimistic case for 2026
Smith has been embattled at Michigan State, but the head coach has been doing his best to tread water during his first two seasons.
Smith has been embattled at Michigan State, but the head coach has been doing his best to tread water during his first two seasons.
The Spartans went to Michigan Stadium and ground the Wolverines into a paste over 60 minutes, mimicking how WMU managed to nearly upset Michigan two months prior.
The Spartans and Wolverines kick off at 7:30 p.m. on Peacock from Michigan Stadium.
The Wolverines and Spartans are due for their annual grudge match, this one at Michigan Stadium, in a year where both teams have underwhelmed in distinct ways.
The big in-state showdown highlights the weekend, with some MACtion to follow on Tuesday and Wednesday.