## Jonathan Smith Shares Two Major Michigan State Football Injury Updates ### Two Michigan State Football Projected Starters Out Indefinitely EAST LANSING, Mich. - Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker provided updates on two key injuries following the Spartans' 34-28 win over Western Michigan on Saturday. **Wide Receiver Jayden Reed** One of the Spartans' top playmakers, wide receiver Jayden Reed, has a foot injury that is expected to keep him out "for some time," according to Tucker. Reed has not played since the Spartans' opener against Western Michigan. The injury is a significant blow to Michigan State's offense, as Reed is one of the most talented wide receivers in the Big Ten Conference. **Linebacker Darius Snow** Linebacker Darius Snow is also out indefinitely with a "significant" lower leg injury, Tucker said. Snow has been a key contributor to the Spartans' defense this season. He has started two games and has recorded 11 tackles, including 2.5 tackles for loss. In Reed's absence, the Spartans will likely rely more on wide receivers Keon Coleman and Tre Mosley. Coleman has 14 receptions for 168 yards and two touchdowns this season, while Mosley has nine receptions for 125 yards. Snow will be replaced in the starting lineup by linebacker Cal Haladay. Haladay has four tackles this season, including one tackle for loss. The injuries to Reed and Snow are a major setback for Michigan State, which is coming off a disappointing 3-9 season. The Spartans are hoping to bounce back this year and compete for a bowl bid. ### Outlook for Reed and Snow The exact timetable for Reed and Snow's return is unknown. Tucker said that Reed's injury is "week-to-week," while Snow's injury is more "long-term." The Spartans will have to find a way to replace Reed's production in the passing game. Coleman and Mosley are both talented receivers, but they don't have the same level of experience as Reed. Snow's injury is a big loss for the Spartans' defense. He is a physical and athletic linebacker who has a knack for making plays. Haladay is a solid replacement, but he doesn't have the same level of experience as Snow. The Spartans will need to find a way to overcome these injuries if they want to compete for a bowl bid this season. They will need to get more production from their other wide receivers and linebackers.
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