Michigan State Football: 5 breakout candidates vs. Minnesota in Week 7

ANN ARBOR, MI - OCTOBER 07: Brian Lewerke #14 of the Michigan State Spartans runs for a first down during the second quarter of the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on October 7, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan State defeated Michigan 14-10.(Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) /

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ANN ARBOR, MI – OCTOBER 07: Brian Lewerke #14 of the Michigan State Spartans rolls out to pass during the second quarter of the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on October 7, 2017 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) /

Quarterback Brian Lewerke is an established player for the Spartans. However, I put him on this list because I believe that he will put it all together in this game. He has a live arm and the speed to burn opposing defenses however in some games we have only seen his arm or his legs as the weapon.

The weather against Michigan prevented him from taking that next step, however, Minnesota presents the opportunity to put the Big Ten on alert.

Lewerke has had his growing pains this season — whether it was the turnovers or under and over throwing of receivers. This is the opportunity for him to put everything together.

The Golden Gophers are licking their wounds and this game can propel Michigan State further into the discussion of Big Ten East contenders. He has shown the last two games that he can protect the pigskin and he could take the next step Saturday in his development.

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