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Michigan State football offensive line hopes weight gains help limit injuries

MSU's Brian Lewerke, Connor Heyward, Cody White, Darrell Stewart and La'Darius Jefferson from Media Day on Monday, Aug. 5. Phil Friend, Lansing State Journal

EAST LANSING — In making his return to coach the position, Michigan State football offensive line coach assistant Jim Bollman delivered his big men something they all love as much as playing time.

More food and extra portions.

“Coach Bollman invited us over to his house a couple times, and then he invited us out to a couple different restaurants a couple times,” center Matt Allen said Monday. “Just for a little extra motivation to try and gain some weight.