Injuries are always the toughest part of sports, and their impact is even greater when they occur early in the season. Michigan State football was initially fortunate this year, entering the season without major injuries. In fact, they only had one player on the injury report before their game on Friday.
However, their luck changed during their 16-10 victory over Florida Atlantic, as Jonathan Smith recently revealed that three Spartans sustained long-term injuries.
Smith provided details about the expected recovery times for each injured player. Defensive back Dillon Tatum has been ruled out for the season. Tatum, in his third year at Michigan State, was set to be a key player this year. He performed well in limited action on Friday, recording three tackles. Although he can redshirt this season, he will still have two years of eligibility left.
The next significant loss is wide receiver Alante Brown. Smith hopes Brown may return in November, but his absence is a significant blow to a receiving corps that already lacks experience. Montorie Foster Jr. will now be relied upon more, which is concerning given his poor performance against FAU. True freshman Nick Marsh will also need to step up, though I am confident he will handle the role effectively.
Lastly, defensive back Khaleel Majeed is likely out for the season as well. While his loss may not be as significant as Tatum’s, having two season-ending injuries in the same position group is far from ideal.
Going forward, monitoring future injuries will be crucial for Michigan State. While we hope to avoid further injuries, it’s almost inevitable, so MSU must hope that they don’t continue to affect these critical positions.
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