Michigan State Football: Spartans Take On Florida Atlantic

Spartans Host Owls in Season Opener

The Michigan State Spartans will open their 2023 football season on Friday, Sept. 1, when they host the Florida Atlantic Owls at Spartan Stadium. The game will be the first under new head coach Mel Tucker.

Spartans Look to Rebound

The Spartans are coming off a disappointing 5-7 season in 2022. They will be looking to rebound this year under Tucker, who was hired away from Colorado after leading the Buffaloes to a 5-7 record in 2021.

Owls Aim to Continue Improvement

The Owls are coming off a 5-6 season in 2022. They will be looking to continue their improvement under head coach Willie Taggart, who is entering his third season at the helm.

What to Watch For

Here are some things to watch for in the Michigan State-Florida Atlantic game:

• The Spartans' offense under new coordinator Jay Johnson.
• The Owls' defense under new coordinator Todd Orlando.
• The matchup between Michigan State quarterback Payton Thorne and Florida Atlantic quarterback N'Kosi Perry.