Michigan State QB Aidan Chiles’ growth on full display against Iowa

Smith noticed Chiles and the offense he learned from their close loss to Boston College a few weeks ago. In that game, Michigan State had numerous opportunities to take control, but failed.

The Spartans’ loss to the Eagles was the start of a three-game losing streak. They learned the importance of taking advantage of their opportunities.

“I think about tonight’s game and the reactions that had to happen, especially in the second half,” Smith said. “Going all the way back to Boston College, we had some chances, we had some leads in Boston and we couldn’t finish. We couldn’t respond the way we wanted to finish it. I think this shows some growth. You are always learning too.

“I think early in the season, call it the first four or five games, you always learn about your team. That doesn’t stop there, but I think we have learned that we are very capable if we can play disciplined football. There is a genuine belief in what we are going to do, and that showed tonight.”

Michigan State has matched last season’s win total and has done so in half a season. Given the preseason expectations for the Spartans from those on the outside, Smith undoubtedly has Michigan State’s football program ahead of schedule. Another win next week, and the Spartans could get more positive attention nationally.

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