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Michigan State's Kenny Willekes (leg) expected to miss spring practice

Michigan State football will look to improve upon 2018's 7-6 record. Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press

LANSING — Defensive end Kenny Willekes, the Big Ten defensive lineman of the year, will likely miss all of spring practice because of the broken left fibula he suffered in Michigan State’s Redbox Bowl loss to Oregon.

MSU coach Mark Dantonio called the injury a “12-week deal” for the All-American. Willekes announced earlier this month he’s returning for his senior season at Michigan State in lieu of entering the NFL draft.

Dantonio spoke at the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA) Winner’s Circle Football Clinic on Friday morning.