Five takeaways from Michigan State Football's spring game Quarterback Anthony Russo (15) prepares to throw the ball on April 24, 2021. — Photo by Rahmya Trewern | The State News The first “Spring Game” of the Mel Tucker era has concluded. Despite being more of a practice than what has been seen in the past, there are five key takeaways that are noticeable from our first look at the 2021 Michigan State Spartans. 1. playmaker Whether it was a drill, a seven on seven or 11 on 11, Walker showed serious home run play potential for this Michigan State offense. Walker has a quick burst and ability to make defenders miss even on his first step, something that the running backs for Michigan State a year ago didn’t have.