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Xavier Henderson might be Michigan State's next Khari Willis, but different

Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio provides updates from the first scrimmage, won by the offense, and Jalen Hunt and Tre'Von Morgan. Chris Solari, Detroit Free Press

EAST LANSING — Jay Sharett knew quickly that Xavier Henderson was special.

The Pickerington Central coach developed trust in a defensive back who flashed advanced football talent even as a high school freshman. But what Sharett discovered off the field led him to realize Henderson could be the nerve center of his entire secondary as a sophomore.

And then some.

“His football skill, you can see that for yourself.