There is good news for the 517 registered Michigan State alums living in Thailand. As someone who lives in the Central time zone, I can tell you that the 11 a.m. college football kickoff is absolutely perfect. That’s when they’ll get MSU-USC in Bangkok — throw some moo ping on the grill and let the Mekhong flow!

Check out who PFF ranked as the top five defenders for the Spartans in their win against Youngstown State on Saturday

Michigan State football will kick off against USC at 11 p.m. ET on Saturday but can't practice that late before it. Why? NCAA rules don't allow it.

Smith said offensive guard Luka Vincic and kick returner Alante Brown are both out “long term,” and in the case of Vincic more than likely the rest of the season. Star wide receiver Nick Marsh and starting running back Makhi Frazier will return at some point this season.

Free Press writer Chris Solari breaks down who helped or hurt their stock for Michigan State football in the Spartans' 41-24 win vs Youngstown State.

The Spartans face the Penguins at 3:30 p.m. ET in East Lansing before traveling to USC next week for their Big Ten opener.