Jonathan Smith on UM rivalry: 'We'll have our guys ready to go'

Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith is new to the Spartans-Wolverines’ rivalry but he already understands the importance of that matchup.

Smith was asked about the annual in-state rivalry matchup during Big Ten Football Media Days, and he responded with an answer that should get Spartans excited. Here’s what Smith had to say:

“In-state rivalries are one of the best things about college football. When we get to that point, we’ll have our guys ready to go.”

Michigan has won the last two rivalry matchups, with this last year’s 49-0 victory over the Spartans’ being the largest margin in the rivalry’s history. Things should certainly be a lot closer this upcoming season, especially with Smith now at the helm for Michigan State.

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