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What Did The Spartans Say? Post-Game MSU FB Sound After Rutgers Loss

Michigan State Athletics

The Michigan State football team was defeated by Rutgers on Saturday afternoon, 38-27, at Spartan Stadium. Spartans head coach Mel Tucker begins his tenure with a loss. Listen to what he, along with players Rocky Lombardi, Xavier Henderson, and Jayden Reed had to say after the game. 

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MSU Junior Quarterback Rocky Lombardi.

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MSU Sophomore Wide Receiver Jayden Reed.

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MSU Junior Safety Xavier Henderson.

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