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Michigan State backs Payton Thorne as struggles prompt online backlash

Special to The Detroit News

East Lansing — This conversation has been had before. Quarterbacks are watched like bacteria under a microscope. Every single move they make falls under some form of scrutiny, whether compassionate or hostile.

Take Michigan State for example, a preseason top 15 team on a devastating four-game losing streak. People are talking, coming out of the woodwork looking for any sort of outlet to place their blame and house their angry opinions on what the heck happened between 2021 and now.