The Michigan State Spartans offensive line finds themselves in a significant hole heading into the toughest part of their schedule, specifically at the right guard position with the "likely" season-ending injury to redshirt sophomore Gavin Broscious.

"For Gavin, you probably won't see him the rest of the year which is unfortunate. Again, these yearly ones [hurt] because he'd been working really hard," said Spartans coach Jonathan Smith on Monday. "He'd overcome some things, started the last couple games for us, so I kind of feel bad for that, but new opportunities for others to get into the game. We'll kind of see what that looks like by the end of the week on knowing how we kind of work that right guard position into the rotation."

Broscious had his ankle rolled up on during the game with Prairie View A&M last weekend. He has been ruled out for what seems to be the entire season with a lower-body injury after being carted off the field.

This injury comes just two weeks after starting right guard Kristian Phillips was sidelined for the year with a lower-body injury. Broscious was the fill-in guy for Phillips at the right guard position for a brief stint and will now miss considerable time as well.

Moving forward, the Spartans will look to redshirt senior offensive lineman Dallas Fincher in the coming weeks. In three seasons, Fincher has played in 20 games and has two starts at the center position but will likely have to make the switch to right guard starting this weekend against Boston College.

Another name to keep an eye on would be 6-7, 305-pound redshirt freshman Stanton Ramil. Ramil is second on the depth chart at the left tackle position, but the urgency at right guard might swing him to the other side of the football if needed.

The Spartans will have to adopt a "bend, don't break" mentality as they face several highly touted defenses in the coming weeks and multiple young guys will have to step in to fill a big role and possibly play out of position to protect the offense.

The Injury Bug Bites Again

The Spartans have been plagued by injuries this season, impacting key players across all three phases of the game. Starting wide receiver Jaron Glover was out for last week’s game against Prairie View A&M, but Coach Smith expressed optimism about his potential return for the Boston College matchup. However, the news on the offensive line was less encouraging. With Gavin Broscious' season-ending injury, the Spartans are down to their second starting right guard in as many weeks. This leaves the offensive line thin and vulnerable, a significant concern as they head into a crucial stretch of their schedule.

Impact on Offense and Beyond

The loss of Broscious and the uncertainty surrounding Glover's status are particularly worrisome for the Spartans' offensive production. The offensive line already struggled to protect the quarterback and open up holes for the running game, and these injuries exacerbate those issues. The Spartans must rely heavily on the depth within their offensive line and quickly integrate new players into key roles. Coach Smith expressed confidence in the players stepping up, but the challenges ahead are undeniable.

The injuries extend beyond the offensive line, as well. Cornerback Chance Rucker and receiver Alante Brown are also expected to miss significant time, while defensive end Avery Dunn has yet to play this season. The Spartans' defense is also facing its own challenges with key players sidelined. While the team has shown resilience through adversity, the depth and experience of the injured players will be sorely missed.

Looking Ahead: A Test of Depth and Resilience

Despite the mounting injury concerns, the Spartans have shown a strong ability to overcome adversity. The upcoming matchup against Boston College presents a difficult test for a team already shorthanded. The ability to adapt and perform despite injuries will be crucial for the Spartans' success. The next few weeks will be telling, as the team navigates a challenging stretch of their schedule while attempting to maintain their undefeated record. The Spartan Nation will be watching closely as the team fights to overcome their injury woes and prove their resilience on the field.