Matt Charboneau, Angelique S. Chengelis, John Niyo and Bob Wojnowski of The Detroit News predict the outcome of Friday’s Michigan State-Western Michigan game at Spartan Stadium (7 p.m., ESPN/760).
u25ba Matt Charboneau: Michigan State has learned over the years never to take a MAC opponent lightly, especially those from in state. That shouldn't be a problem as the Spartans begin to answer multiple questions, including who replaces RB Kenneth Walker III, how the offensive line comes together and if the pass defense has improved. What they'll likely lean on is the passing game, led by QB Payton Thorne and WR Jayden Reed.