Unbelievable: Michigan State Football Star Has Entered Injury List After Reportedly Winning Starting Job; It Looks Serious

Fall position battles have been a major talking point for Michigan State football and teams across the country. While the quarterback position, arguably the most crucial, has already been decided, other key roles still need to be settled.

Some of these competitions have taken place along the offensive line in recent weeks. Tanner Miller is locked in as the starting center, with Brandon Baldwin and Ashton Lepo likely securing the tackle spots. Luke Newman appears to be the starting left guard, but the right guard position remained up for grabs. A fierce competition between Kristian Phillips and Gavin Broscious ensued, but it seems the decision has been made.

According to Justin Thind of 247Sports, Phillips has won the starting job.

I’m hearing #MichiganState RS SO Kristian Phillips will start at RG vs FAU, per source.

Phillips had 3 total offers in HS. Now, he’s a P4 starter w/ 3 years left to play.

He beat out a rising Gavin Broscious, who also projects to have a bright future.https://t.co/lcFv4DCbNg

— Justin Thind (@JustinThind) August 21, 2024

There’s been a lot of optimism surrounding Phillips, who is showing the potential many expected of him. His combination of size, strength, and quickness for his frame played a significant role in earning him the starting job. While Broscious is expected to be a key part of the offensive line’s future, his time will have to wait. He’ll still get opportunities, and it’s likely that he and Phillips will share some reps.

This development is promising for Michigan State, as the starters are beginning to distinguish themselves, and the team is showing real depth on the offensive line.

Phillips still has three years of eligibility remaining, which means Michigan State has a potential long-term starter on their hands, possibly for the next 2-3 years. The same goes for Lepo and Broscious. Additionally, Michigan State has players like Stanton Ramil, Cole Dellinger, Rustin Young, and Andrew Dennis waiting in the wings, any of whom could become standout linemen in the coming years.