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MSU mailbag: Issues on offense take center stage

Michigan State’s offensive problems through the first two games, especially in the red zone, have the fan base worried headed into the Big Ten opener Saturday at Indiana.

Much of that concern focuses on the offensive line and, in particular, the center position. Of course, the play calling draws the ire of some, as well, while there’s also legitimate concern over the absence of punter Jake Hartbarger.

We cover those issues as well as take a quick dip into basketball recruiting in this week’s mailbag.

u25baQuestion. Why is Matt Allen listed behind Tyler Higby on this week’s depth chart despite Allen outplaying Higby last week and it being clear that Higby is being dominated at the center box, resulting in plays collapsing?