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Michigan State DB's Story to be Told Saturday on 'College Gameday'

Michigan State safety Armorion Smith is going to have his story told to the country. Ever since his mother, Gala Gilliam, passed away from cancer last year, Smith has been juggling the responsibilities of being a student-athlete and the legal guardian of several of his siblings.

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Michigan fan meme, explained: The story of viral Surrender Cobra Guy from 2015 Michigan State upset

The 2015 Michigan-Michigan State game gave birth to one of college football's finest memes.

Michigan State Spartans News / NBC Sports / October 24

Watch: The last time Michigan played Michigan State

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 23

MSU's Tom Izzo Gives Thoughts on Spartans' Exhibition Performance

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- There are always going to be some things to clean up after every team's first game together, and Michigan State was no different during its 75-66 exhibition win over Bowling Green on Thursday.

Nick Marsh News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 23

Why MSU-UM is Personal to Nick Marsh

The Michigan rivalry game could not come at a more pivotal time for the Michigan State Spartans. MSU is 3-4, losers of four straight, and looking to turn its season around with a statement victory against its bitter rivals.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 23

Why Michigan is MSU's Final Chance to Save its Season

Things have not gone as anticipated for Michigan State this season. The Spartans are 3-4 overall, but are 0-4 in Big Ten play. Still, one last chance remains: Michigan .

College Football News / College Football News / October 23

Michigan vs Michigan State Prediction, Preview, and Betting Lines

The throw-out-the-record-books cliche doesn’t necessarily apply here, but it’s close. As much as this means for Michigan, it still has that one big fish to fry with Ohio State coming to Ann Arbor at the end of the season.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

No. 2 EDGE in Michigan Set To Visit MSU

After dropping their fourth straight, Michigan State will have to regroup, knowing Asher Newman will be in attendance for their October 25 game. Newman, who is listed as the No.

Tom Izzo News / The Spun / October 22

Michigan State's Tom Izzo Blasts NCAA For 'Ridiculous' Ruling

Tom Izzo has never been one to shy away from saying how he really feels, and the Michigan State legend kept that going with his recent comments on the NCAA's latest eligibility ruling.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

DE Jalen Thompson Gives His Perspective on Michigan State-Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State defensive end Jalen Thompson is one of the players who knows this rivalry against Michigan the best. He's from Detroit and has appeared in two games against the Wolverines already.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

Breaking Down MSU’s NCAA Tournament Chances This Season

It seems like tradition for Michigan State basketball to make the NCAA tournament. Michigan State has not missed the tournament since 1997, which was Tom Izzo's third season as the head coach.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

MSU's Rossi Says Michigan Rivalry 'Trumps' Other Ones He's Experienced

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State defensive coordinator Joe Rossi has seen what college football rivalries are like at every single level. The Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy is the best he's seen.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

Michigan State's Jordan Hall Talks Through Rivalry Week

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State captain and linebacker Jordan Hall is still trying to get the right to hoist the Paul Bunyan Trophy for the first time.

Michigan State Spartans News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 22

Michigan vs. Michigan State prediction: What the analytics say

A classic Big Ten in-state rivalry kicks off this weekend as No. 25 Michigan hits the road against struggling Michigan State in college football’s Week 9 action on Saturday.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 22

Michigan vs. Michigan State bold predictions for college football Week 9

Michigan will visit Michigan State in Week 9, as the two are set to meet for the 118th time. The game has provided memorable moments. It has been 10 years since the infamous Surrender Cobra moment, and this game could have more infamous moments in Paul Bunyan Trophy lore.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

Michigan State Women’s Team Gaining Big Ten Power Status

While many are talking about Michigan State men's basketball and how they are projected to play, the women's team has also made noise this offseason. Last offseason, MSU ended its season with a record of 22-10 and an 11-7 conference record.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 22

Four-Star RB Receives Offer From MSU

With 20 hard commits in their Class of 2026, Michigan State is continuing to look to the future. Head coach Jonathan Smith knows that his job is in the hands of these recruits.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 21

MSU's Jaxon Kohler Excited to See Fans Again, Bring Energy

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- There are not many players out there who scream into the crowd more than Michigan State senior forward Jaxon Kohler . On Thursday, Kohler will get his first chance to do it in the Breslin Center for the first time since March.

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 21

MSU's Tom Izzo Previews BGSU Exhibition, Talks Rivalry with UM

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State men's basketball is nearing its return to a game in front of fans inside the Breslin Center, as the Spartans are set to take on Bowling Green for an exhibition match on Thursday at 7 p.m.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 21

MSU's Brian Lindgren Talks Offense and Previews UM's Defense

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State offensive coordinator Brian Lindgren spoke to the press about his unit and talked a bit about Michigan's defense late Tuesday morning.

Michigan State Spartans News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 19

Michigan vs. Michigan State prediction: Where the experts see an edge

Back in the rankings, Michigan hits the road against rival Michigan State as college football’s Week 9 action kicks off this Saturday, and now the experts and betting markets have revealed their prediction and preference for the game.

Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / October 15

Jonathan Smith ignoring outside noise at Michigan State, but he should be worried

Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith has to feel like he still has time to build his program and turn things around in East Lansing. With that said, things are certainly looking bleak after a 3-3 start to the season, which includes a 0-3 mark against Big Ten teams.

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Kirk Herbstreit says Arch Manning's growing pains could be good for him

Nico Iamaleava News / Yardbarker / October 8