The Michigan State Spartans shutout their opponent for the first time since 1999 against Northwestern, which ended in a 17-0 victory over mid-major Florida Atlantic. While this can be seen as a large accomplishment for the Spartans, I'd warn the fans to not get too excited just yet as it being a pre-cursor to future victories.The Owls' had three significant blown opportunities that could have easily changed the game from a shut out loss to going into over time. As ridiculous as it sounds after a 17-0 shut out, I'd even venture to say FAU had enough dropped and misdirected passes that they might have won in regulation, if they just hit their wide open players.
The other thing to consider is it was a down pour for much of the game and FAU's bread and butter is the passing game, which of course was at a minimum due to slippery conditions.
So while State did in the end take care of business and Javon Ringer looked good on a muddy track, I'd caution Sparty fans to hope for better play then this from their team if they hope to crack the top 3 in the Big Ten this year or next.
Posts
1 comment:
As long as Brian Hoyer is quarterback this team will end up blowing games they shouldn't. They should beat Notre Dame this week, but I'm feeling an upset may be brewing the following week in Bloomington Indiana....that's right the Indian Hoosiers. Also don't rule out another shootout loss to Northwestern when they travel to Evanston.
Post a Comment