Michigan State football

SportsLine's model just revealed its CFB picks and predictions for Western Michigan vs. Michigan State on Friday, September 2.

So who wins Western Michigan vs. [Visit SportsLine now to see which side of the Western Michigan vs. Michigan State? Michigan State led the Big Ten with 38 sacks last season, finishing second in the conference in tackles for loss. Michigan State odds. Before making any Michigan State vs. [La'Darius Jefferson](/college-football/players/2967331/ladarius-jefferson/) is also back for Western Michigan after 836 rushing yards and ten touchdowns in 2021. While both teams lose valuable pieces on offense, Michigan State has impact transfers in Now, here are several [college football odds](https://www.sportsline.com/college-football/odds/) and betting lines for Michigan State vs. Michigan State](https://www.sportsline.com/college-football/game-forecast/NCAAF_20220902_WMICH@MICHST/) and just locked in its picks and CFB predictions. Western Michigan picks, [Western Michigan Broncos](https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/teams/WMICH/western-michigan-broncos/) take a quick trip to East Lansing for a major test on Friday.

The State News football reporter Jenna Malinowski spoke with Eddie Rosenthal of the Western Herald to get some insight on Western Michigan ahead of today's ...

I think he might have a bit of an impact there, so anyone who remembers him from Michigan State is going to have a lot of fun, and people will start remembering his name a little bit." I think Michigan State comes out with a win here. He played pretty well last year and had a touchdown in the bowl game, so that's really going to be the bulk of our passing offense in my eyes, which Michigan State was not great last year. I think he is really the star player of our offense and was still just an underrated name that not many people at Michigan State will know. Our run game is really going to have to work, which like I said, Michigan State's pretty good at holding that down. Michigan State football is looking to build on its progress made last year when they open the 2022 season today against Western Michigan.

MSU opens the season tonight against Western Michigan - here's what you need to know for this season-opening matchup between the Spartans and Broncos.

Xavier Henderson (MSU – S): Henderson considered leaving early for the NFL but ultimately elected to come back for one final season in East Lansing, Mich. Reed also plays a role in the kick and punt return game so he could impact this game’s outcome in special teams. Last year, Thorne set a school record for passing touchdowns and will look to build off that in 2022.

The Spartans are 9-1 in home openers over the last 10 years and are riding a 12-game winning streak against the Broncos. Mel Tucker returns for his third season ...

The key in this game is for the Michigan State defense to stop the Western Michigan rushing attack. The Michigan State offense should shine bright in this game. If the Spartan defense can force Western Michigan into obvious passing downs, it can capitalize off of the Broncos inexperience at quarterback. Michigan State adjusts to offensive operations without Kenneth Walker III. Michigan State will jump out to an early two-score lead before stepping off the gas to focus on the run game. But the Broncos think that Jack Salopek is the answer in Kalamazoo. Western Michigan needs to replace Kaleb Eleby under center, and that’s not easy to do. The only question that will be answered this weekend, though, is how ready is Michigan State’s pass defense? It will be interesting to see what this Michigan State football team is made out of in 2022. Our writers break down the matchup and discuss what you can expect out of Michigan State in the opener. I think that the game will be tight in the first quarter, but once the Spartans settle in and settle down, they should be able impose their will on the visiting Broncos. Western Michigan will be motivated in this one, but the talent gap is too large here.

The Michigan State Spartans host the Western Michigan Broncos on Friday night in the season opener for both programs. MSU head coach Mel Tucker did not ...

Baringer was one of the most productive punters in the nation, the Spartans are fortunate to have him for another go around. White is a walk-on who has been inserted into the action in big spots, most notably against Michigan and Patton, a transfer from Auburn who joined Michigan State a few weeks ago, provides another potential option as the starter and he has game experience. The linebacker crew has given me pause as it is so deep and skilled that I have a hard time believing only two linebackers will be on the field at any one time. Reed returns after a 1,000-plus-yard and 10-touchdown campaign in 2021 and is on the short list of top receivers in the nation. Michigan State had four veteran defensive ends, leave the program opening the door for new contributors and a different look on the edge. Michigan State used a 10-man, two-group, rotation for the offensive line for most of the 2021 season. Hunt battled a foot issue throughout the 2021 campaign, so hopefully he is healthy for 2022. Hunt returns for his final season with one of the more unusual profiles you’ll find (former punter), and he can help the team win in many varying ways. Look for MSU to get both reserve tackles, Brandon Baldwin and Ethan Boyd, into the action for their first taste at competition in college football. MSU head coach Mel Tucker did not release a depth chart last season, and unsurprisingly, has elected not to tip his hand to start the 2022 season either. [setting the single-season touchdown pass record](https://www.theonlycolors.com/2021/12/30/22860875/payton-thorne-sets-michigan-state-spartans-single-season-passing-touchdowns-record) (27) — and obviously exceeded all expectations.

MSU Spartans football game score vs. Western Michigan Broncos. Follow instant live updates and analysis from Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

[La’Darius Jefferson, formerly of MSU](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/msu/football/2022/09/01/michigan-state-football-ladarius-jefferson-found-his-footing-at-wmu/65468403007/). [head coach Mel Tucker](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/09/02/michigan-state-football-mel-tucker-2022-season/65469188007/). Two transfers were added at linebacker, [other pieces were moved around](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/09/01/michigan-state-football-darius-snow-family-spartans/65467773007/) and big, fast [Georgia cornerback Ameer Speed](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/08/27/michigan-state-football-ameer-speed-pass-defense/65458937007/) was brought in. 14 Michigan State Spartans (11-2 in 2021) vs. Western Michigan Broncos (8-5 in 2021) [moved from ESPN](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/09/02/serena-williams-us-open-michigan-state-football-off-espn/65469239007/)). Western Michigan: Spartans win, but by how much?](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/09/02/michigan-state-football-western-michigan-game-predictions/65468683007/) Is he doing it again?](https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/09/02/michigan-state-football-mel-tucker-2022-season/65469188007/) Across the field, his father, Jeff Thorne, will be watching but perhaps not as much as usual: He's in his first year as Western's offensive coordinator. Follow the score, live updates and analysis below. Payton Thorne takes the field for his second season as the Spartans' quarterback with great expectations. the Western Michigan Broncos.

The Michigan State Spartans will open the college football season against the Western Michigan Broncos on Friday night at Spartan Stadium.

[fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlonhttps://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlonhttps://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlonhttps://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlon) has complete NCAA college football coverage (CBS, FOX, ESPN) as well as ACC Network, Big 10 Network, ESPNU, Pac12, and more. [fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlonhttps://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlonhttps://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlonhttps://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlon) includes every network you need to watch every college football game in your market. The Broncos hope for more of the same as they look for a fourth bowl appearance in five seasons under head coach Tim Lester. Michigan State is coming off a phenomenal year while going 11-2 and coming off a win over Pitt in the Peach Bowl. They will be getting Payton Thorne back at quarterback as they look to make another run this year. [watch for free](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/college-football/?irad=399332&irmp=2936331&sharedID=USA-SI-LiveDrop-NCAA_Football-Athlon))

Michigan Radio sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition to preview Michigan and Michigan State football ahead of the Fall 2022 season.

It had a hiccup or two, and a couple of injuries, too, but Michigan State football beat Western Michigan in the season opener, 35-13, in East Lansing.

Follow along for live updates of Friday's season opener between Michigan State and Western Michigan from Detroit News contributor Matthew Scheidel.

Note: Refresh this page throughout the Michigan State-Western Michigan game to see the latest updates. 4th Quarter. Final, Michigan State 35, ...

Michigan State football begins the 2022 season 1-0 after a 35-13 victory over Western Michigan on Friday night in Spartan Stadium.