No. 11 Michigan State looks to keep rising at Rutgers

Michigan State entered the season as an afterthought. The Spartans are now knocking at the door for a Top 10 ranking.

The Spartans (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) moved up to No. 11 in the latest poll and can continue their surprising re-emergence on the national scene with a victory at Rutgers (3-2, 0-2) onSaturday in Piscataway, N.J.

Second-year coach Mel Tucker said he has addressed the team about the importance of remaining on a