Michigan State Football: 5 bold predictions vs. Northwestern in Week 9

EAST LANSING, MI - OCTOBER 15: Runningback LJ Scott #3 of the Michigan State Spartans is upended by cornerback Montre Hartage #24 of the Northwestern Wildcats as safety Godwin Igwebuike #16 of the Northwestern Wildcats enters the play during the first half at Spartan Stadium on October 15, 2016 in East Lansing, Michigan. Northwestern defeated Michigan State 54-40. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images) /

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EAST LANSING, MI – OCTOBER 21: Wide receiver Cody White #7 of the Michigan State Spartans makes a 16-yard reception for a first down during a drive for the Spartans first touchdown against the Indiana Hoosiers during the fourth quarter at Spartan Stadium on October 21, 2017 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images) /

4. Cody White has another big game

After putting together the best performance of his freshman season in East Lansing last week, Cody White has earned himself a larger role in the offense. Often we see guys break out one week and then earn all the attention throughout the following week, but when the next game comes, they disappear. White has the tools to be a consistent weapon and buck that trend.

The freshman receiver from Novi, Mich., is a big, strong target whose hands are like glue. It seemed every time Brian Lewerke threw it his way against the Hoosiers, he snagged the ball with ease. That will continue against Northwestern.

The Wildcats have the 93rd-ranked passing defense, allowing nearly 250 yards per game through the air, and White will take advantage against the porous secondary. He’s quick, runs crisp routes and can stop on a dime, making it difficult for these Wildcat corners and safeties to contain.

White put up six catches for 99 yards last week, but he will eclipse 100 yards against the Wildcats and reach the end zone for the first time in his MSU career. The first of many touchdown receptions indeed.

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