Michigan State Football: Game-by-game predictions for 2018
The Scarlet Knights have long been the Big Ten’s bottom-dweller and by that I mean ever since they joined the conference. This year will be no different, although Illinois could give them a run for their money.
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Michigan State will have no problem with this contest, much like the rest of the matchups with Rutgers, minus 2015, since it’s joined the Big Ten. The Spartans will have a fighter’s shot to make the Big Ten title game, especially if the Buckeyes already have one loss heading into the rivalry game against Michigan, so this game will be even more important.
The Spartans must not take the Scarlet Knights lightly, because that’s how upsets happen. Fortunately, Mark Dantonio isn’t a coach who overlooked opponents an he’ll ensure his guys are ready to finish the season on a high note.
Brian Lewerke will only need to play three quarters as he’ll give way to the future (Rocky Lombardi) in the fourth quarter and guys like Weston Bridges, La’Darius Jefferson and Connor Heyward will get plenty of snaps at running back.
This will be a good trial run for the young Spartans who still have redshirt eligibility — true freshmen can play up to four games and still utilize the redshirt.
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A nice, big win for the green and white to close out the year with another 10-win campaign.
Final Score: Rutgers 6, Michigan State 42 (10-2, 7-2)