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Michigan State football's Julian Barnett thinks he can be a play-maker at any position

QBs Brian Lewerke, Rocky Lombardi and others discuss the Spartans' second scrimmage in preseason camp. Recorded Aug. 19, 2019. Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press

EAST LANSING — Julian Barnett was not sure where he would play once the four-star recruit arrived at Michigan State football.

On defense at cornerback? Perhaps at wide receiver? On special teams units?

Turns out, it could be all three.

But for now, the freshman is immersing himself in the offense.

“I ain’t gonna say too much,” Barnett said Monday after practice with a glimmer in his eyes, “but I love offense.