Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio talks about the absence of linebacker Joe Bachie, who was ruled ineligible for testing positive for a banned supplement. (nOV. 5) AP, AP
Looking ahead to the Spartans’ Big Ten game Saturday vs. Illinois.
Fast facts
Matchup: Michigan State (4-4, 2-3 Big Ten) vs. Illinois (5-4, 3-3)
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Spartan Stadium; East Lansing
TV/radio: Fox Sports 1, WJR-AM (760)
Line: Spartans by 14 ½.
Injury report
MSU: Out: LB Joe Bachie (suspension), C Matt Allen (left knee), WR Darrell Stewart (leg), LT Kevin Jarvis (right knee), WR Jalen Nailor (right foot), LT Cole Chewins (back), WR Tre’Von Morgan (right knee), LS Ryan Armour (left leg, season), DE Zach Slade (leg, season).