Michigan State’s 2019 season was one of the most disappointing in recent memory, up there with 2018 and 2016, but there were still some surprising moments.
Pulling off a big win at Northwestern was the first — until the Wildcats had one of the worst seasons in the Pat Fitzgerald era. Losing to Arizona State in heartbreaking fashion at home was also a surprise — although not a pleasant one — as was giving Ohio State a battle in Columbus for 3/4 quarters and holding a 7-0 lead against Michigan.
But there were also some surprising breakout players.