2006 Michigan State Spartans Offense - John L. Smith

The coach of the 2006 Michigan State football team was John L. Smith.

John L. Smith is a retired American football coach who has coached at various levels of the sport. He was born on November 14, 1948, in Idaho, United States. He is best known for his tenure as the head coach at Michigan State University from 2003 to 2006.

Smith began his coaching career as an assistant coach at Weber State University in 1975. He served as the head coach at the University of Idaho, Utah State University, and Louisville before taking the helm at Michigan State. During his coaching career, Smith compiled a record of 151-126-0.

Smith was known for his high-energy, motivational coaching style and his willingness to take risks on the field. He was also known for his colorful personality and memorable sound bites during press conferences.

In 2006, John L. Smith's Michigan State football team finished with a 4-8 record. It was a disappointing season for the Spartans, who were hoping to build off a 5-6 record from the previous year.

The offense was led by quarterback Drew Stanton, who threw for 2,252 yards and 12 touchdowns. However, the team struggled to establish a consistent running game and often had to rely on Stanton's arm to move the ball down the field.

Defensively, the Spartans struggled to stop their opponents, allowing an average of 28.8 points per game. They particularly struggled in the secondary, allowing opposing quarterbacks to throw for over 250 yards per game.

Overall, it was a forgettable season for John L. Smith's team at Michigan State, as they finished near the bottom of the Big Ten conference.

John L. Smith's offense style at Michigan State in 2006 was a spread offense. The Spartans primarily used a shotgun formation with multiple wide receivers and running backs spread out across the field.

Quarterback Drew Stanton was a dual-threat quarterback who was able to both pass and run the ball effectively. The offense relied heavily on his ability to make plays with his arm and his legs. They often used zone-read plays and designed quarterback runs to take advantage of his mobility.

The offense also emphasized a quick tempo, with the goal of keeping the defense off-balance and exploiting mismatches. They used a variety of short passes and screens to get the ball into the hands of their playmakers in space.

Despite some success moving the ball through the air, the offense struggled to consistently put points on the board, particularly in the red zone. This, along with a lackluster running game, contributed to the team's disappointing record in 2006.