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Michigan State players speak at length on importance of ‘huge game’ vs. Michigan
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Spartans players are fired up for their game against the Wolverines this Saturday.
Safety Xavier Henderson spoke to the media on Monday and touched on how excited the team is to get going. He also complimented the Wolverine’s running back, offensive line, and tight end units as they’ve been the catalysts for this 7-0 start.
MSU senior S Xavier Henderson first to the podium. Says Spartans are "excited" to face Michigan. "They're definitely run heavy, and for good reason." Compliments the Wolverines' RB, OL and TE. "They got a nice RPO game, too. The quarterback can throw it on a rope pretty well."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
Running back Connor Heyward then spoke to the media and confirmed that this is the biggest game of the year for MSU and ultimately how you’re judged at the end of the day.
Heyward: "No matter who's the coach at Michigan State, I feel like everybody knows … this is the biggest game of the year. This is the game you're judged on ultimately as a player and a coach."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
Finally, quarterback Payton Thorne had his say and confirmed that the team has “to prepare like you’ve never prepared before.”
Thorne: "This is a huge game. We're not gonna downplay it." Says MSU has "to prepare like you've never prepared before. But you gotta keep a level mind and not get too caught up in the hype."
— Chris Solari (@chrissolari) October 25, 2021
This matchup has an elimination-type feel to it. Whoever loses the game not only loses bragging rights in the rivalry but also loses the chance of going to the B1G Championship Game or the College Football Playoff.
Kickoff from East Lansing will be at Noon ET on Saturday and it’ll be televised by FOX.