Michigan State Loses Ed Davis for Season

Michigan State has lost starting linebacker Ed Davis for the season with a knee injury, the team announced on Wednesday.

LB Ed Davis suffered a season-ending knee injury midway through Wednesday’s first preseason practice in full pads. #Spartans

— Spartan Football (@MSU_Football) August 13, 2015

Davis suffered the injury at practice on Wednesday and a MRI determined that surgery will be required to repair the knee.  The fifth-year senior was a key player on the Spartans defense last season, recording 12 tackles for loss and seven sacks.  He was also named honorable mention All-Big Ten

Dantonio: We’re so disappointed for Ed Davis, & his presence in the lineup will be missed. Ed is a tremendous playmaker & a solid leader.

— Spartan Football (@MSU_Football) August 13, 2015

Dantonio: He will still have an important role on this team, & he might have the opportunity to qualify for a sixth year of eligibility.

— Spartan Football (@MSU_Football) August 13, 2015

Dantonio: Our program has faced adversity before, so now it’s time to adopt the ‘next man up’ mentality. …

— Spartan Football (@MSU_Football) August 13, 2015

Dantonio: Ed’s season-ending injury provides others with an opportunity to have a positive impact on this team. #Spartans

— Spartan Football (@MSU_Football) August 13, 2015