Podcast: MSU LB Brady Pretzlaff on First Career Start vs. Toledo
- Michigan State linebacker Brady Pretzlaff says he progressed through non-contact and seven-on-seven work in spring before receiving full clearance after spring ball, and that he was fully cleared throughout camp. His account distinguishes that earlier rehabilitation phase from his availability for the Toledo opener.
- Discussing his first career start against Toledo, Pretzlaff says he had worried contact might feel unusual after the injury but felt comfortable once the pads first collided. That is the player's report of his return experience, not a medical guarantee about future health or an announced snap restriction.
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Podcast: Postgame Thoughts on MSU's Win Over Toledo in 2026 Opener
- Michigan State was missing Deon Crawford and Samson Gash from the start, while Jordan Hall was in and out and Ben Murawski played only limited second-half snaps after starting at left tackle.
- The podcast did not identify any injury as severe enough to change the overall complexion of Michigan State's offense.
- Michigan State's offensive approach helped take air out of the ball and limit Toledo's offensive chances, which mattered because the Spartans still allowed two very long touchdowns on defense.
- Rodney Bullard's role is meaningful because he is now viewed as a starter, while Chris Chama-Cray was described as having a good opener as a returning starter.
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