EAST LANSING, Mich. — A new era begins Friday for Michigan State University football as head coach Jonathan Smith leads the Spartans in his first game in East Lansing.
Smith was named the coach on November 25 after six years at Oregon State. He said after his hiring he is optimistic about turning around a program that's been near the bottom of the Big Ten Conference the past few seasons.
Spartan football starts NOW! pic.twitter.com/rKJXCNMkaB
— Remi Monaghan (@RemiMonaghan) August 30, 2024
Helping the cause is new starting quarterback Aidan Chiles. Considered the top QB available in the transfer portal this offseason, the sophomore followed Smith from Oregon State to East Lansing.
The 18-year-old was also named a captain for the 2024 season.
"I think he is definitely ready for this. He is a competitive player," Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith said. "We are confident that in his preparation, in his instincts and how competitive he is that he'll give us a chance to score some points."
*Note: Friday's kickoff has been delayed by 10 minutes.
Kickoff for tonight’s game has been pushed back to 7:10 p.m.
— Michigan State Football (@MSU_Football) August 30, 2024
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