Five things to watch at Michigan State football's 'Spring Showcase'

Jonathan Smith didn't make any outward promises when he took over as Michigan State's head coach at the end of last season. Saturday's “Spring Showcase” is a glorified practice that should offer a taste of what Michigan State has been working on over the past few weeks. Smith also plans to bring back a scrimmage for at least part of the two-hour event at Spartan Stadium. “The clock's going to run, try to create a game-like atmosphere for most of it,” Smith said earlier this week.