Michigan State opened spring practices today, and two players that got caught up in some legal trouble this offseason were nowhere to be found.
Running back Delton Williams and wide receiver Macgarrett Kings were not listed on the spring roster as practice opened up. There was no comment from head coach Mark Dantonio, other than to say any player not appearing on the roster is in limbo.
Williams had previously been suspended indefinitely by the program after reportedly being arrested for allegedly brandishing a firearm in a road rage incident. Last season Williams finished the year with 316 rushing yards and five touchdowns for the Big Ten East contenders. Williams was expected to compete for a key role in the offense running the football following the departure of Jeremy Langford.
Kings was arrested and charged with drunken and disorderly conduct recently after allegedly kicking a parking enforcement truck and resisting arrest. For Kings, it was the second time in the past year. He also missed time last spring for an alcohol-related offense. If he does become available, he could compete for a role in the passing game, but his future for now is to be considered in some doubt until the legal process plays out.