As we hit summer, the Spartans are gearing up for the 2025 season and we’re pondering whether to have that frozen custard as a sundae or a shake... you know since we did that big workout earlier. History and stats give us clear markers of what’s required to compete and win in today’s Big Ten football landscape (sure, less hot fudge, more protein - go with that). Looking back at Michigan State’s more successful recent campaigns and their top performers, a few performance thresholds emerge on offense.
Rushing: The Power of Efficiency
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Michigan State’s best seasons have featured running backs who consistently averaged well above 4.