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Early Season Observations: Michigan State making unbelievable strides on defense

The Michigan State Spartans are currently 2-0. That isn’t all that surprising given that the Spartans have tangled with two Mid-American Conference teams so far, but there were obviously a lot of question marks about this team — especially on defense.

It is safe to say that Michigan State’s defense is young and untested, and that was a concern entering the season, but the unit has been unbelievable so far through two games in 2017.

Yes, I know their opponents thus far have not come from a Power 5 Conference. Yes, I know the big test is coming up on Sept.