There's a different buzz -- a different feel -- surrounding the Michigan State football program this offseason. The Spartans' expectations are rising for Jonathan Smith's second season, and he feels good about what he has heading into the opener versus Western Michigan next week.
Michigan State finished 5-7 and missed its third straight bowl game in 2024, and that caused plenty of pessimism in the fanbase. It was another dark moment for the program.
Things have been looking up this summer and throughout fall camp, however.
Smith has been praising his team throughout camp, especially on the offensive side of the ball.