The Athletic Leaves Spartans Off Preseason Bowl Projections

What It Means

The Athletic has released its preseason bowl projections, and Michigan State is not included in any of them. This is a significant snub for a team that has been ranked in the top 25 in the preseason polls.

Why It Matters

The Athletic's bowl projections are widely respected, and they are often used by fans and media members to predict how the bowl season will play out. The fact that Michigan State is not included in any of the projections is a sign that the team is not expected to have a successful season.

What's Next

Michigan State will open the season on September 3 against Western Michigan. The Spartans will need to start the season strong if they want to prove that the Athletic's bowl projections are wrong.