MSU Football Lineman Finds New Home on West Coast

Spencer Howard, a highly touted offensive lineman from East Lansing, has made the decision to leave Michigan State University and transfer to the University of Oregon. The move comes as no surprise, given the lack of playing time Howard received during his three years with the Spartans. Howard’s departure is expected to have an immediate impact on MSU’s offense, particularly in the running game. He was a key contributor as a freshman, starting 13 games at right guard and earning Second-Team All-Big Ten honors. However, his playing time decreased significantly over the past two seasons, with coaches citing redshirt decisions as one of the reasons for his reduced involvement. Despite struggling to crack the starting lineup, Howard’s skills have drawn attention from NFL scouts, who see him as a potential mid-round draft pick. His departure will be seen as a setback for MSU’s offense, which struggled to establish a consistent run game during his time with the team. On the other hand, Oregon is thrilled to add another elite lineman to their roster. The Ducks have been one of the top teams in the Pac-12 in terms of rushing yards per game over the past two seasons, and Howard’s arrival will only strengthen their offense. Coach Dan Lanning’s staff will likely look to integrate Howard into the starting lineup immediately, and his presence is expected to boost Oregon’s odds against MSU in their upcoming matchup.