Michigan State Spartans’ defense finally awakens, but missed tackles cost them against Northwestern. Can strong showings from Ben Roberts and Anelu Lafaele spark a late-season turnaround? Pro Football Focus grades raise eyebrows as the Spartans limit a top Big Ten offense, yet recurring tackling issues haunt their efforts.
Matt Sheehan breaks down standout performances from the Spartans’ defensive front, spotlighting Roberts’ dominant interior play and Lafaele’s breakout game with two sacks and a forced fumble. The discussion explores Pro Football Focus’ mixed grades, Kenny Soares’ seven quarterback pressures, and persistent mistakes by both starters and young backups. Are Pro Football Focus’ stats masking a deeper problem with missed tackles? The path forward for Michigan State’s defense remains uncertain—listen for essential insights on what must change before their next test.
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