BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Four turnovers that led to 18 points.
Eight penalties for 72 yards.
Another night when the running game struggled to generate yards between the tackles.
Injuries that depleted the lineup heading into the game and continued to mount.
There were ample reasons that could have added up to a Michigan State loss, but that didn't happen. The No. 24 Spartans (2-1) overcame a slew of shortcomings on the road to beat Indiana (3-1) 35-21 on Saturday night at Memorial Stadium in their Big Ten opener.
For a team that entered the season viewed as a Big Ten title contender and possible College Football Playoff team, Saturday's game felt like it could be a turning point for Michigan State.