Michigan State Football Loses Another Key Player for the Year
Spartans' Defense Takes Another Hit
Michigan State football announced Monday that defensive end Michael Fletcher has torn his meniscus and will miss the remainder of the 2022 season. The injury is a significant blow to the Spartans' defense, which is already thin on experience. Fletcher was expected to play a significant role for Michigan this season after starting several games as a true freshman in 2021. The news of Fletcher's injury comes just one week after Michigan State lost defensive tackle Simeon Barrow to a season-ending injury.
Fletcher's Absence Creates a Void on the Defensive Line
Fletcher's absence leaves a significant void on the defensive line, as he was expected to be one of the team's top pass rushers in 2022. The Spartans will now have to find another player to step up and fill the void left by Fletcher's injury. Defensive tackle Jacob Slade and defensive end Chase Carter are two players who could see their roles increase in the wake of Fletcher's injury. The Spartans may also look to add a player from the transfer portal to help fill the void on the defensive line.
Spartan Defense Struggles in 2022
The Spartans' defense has been struggling in 2022. The team is allowing 30.5 points per game, which ranks 10th in the Big Ten. The Spartans have also allowed 170 rushing yards per game, which ranks 12th in the Big Ten. Fletcher's injury is just the latest blow to a defense that has been struggling to find its footing in 2022.
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