Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Couch breaks down Michigan State football’s opener vs. Western Michigan, 7:05 p.m. Friday at Spartan Stadium. TV: FS1. Betting line: MSU -21

1. Aidan Chiles and MSU’s receivers

If Michigan State’s football team is going to become something beyond expectations this season, that likely means sophomore quarterback Aidan Chiles and MSU’s receivers — beginning with sophomore Nick Marsh and senior transfer Omari Kelly — are putting on a show. Chiles and his top wideouts don’t need to be in midseason form Friday night, but we should see some explosive moments and drives with rhythm.

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