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While Michigan State and new head coach Pat Fitzgerald's primary recruiting focus is the upcoming transfer portal period in January and the 2027 recruiting

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 24

Michigan State 2026 Tight End Singees Speak on Brian Wozniak

In his first few weeks as Michigan State's head coach, Pat Fitzgerald has spent a lot of time evaluating the Spartans' staff, interviewing candidates, and hiring several assistant coaches.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 24

What MSU's Fralick Thinks of Spartans' Ranked Win vs. Ole Miss

Michigan State women's basketball picked up a crucial victory before Christmas. The 24th-ranked Spartans came out on the right end of a physical game against No.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 23

Jaxon Kohler Quietly Dominant Through First 12 Games Of Season

Michigan State had some pretty high expectations for team success, something that they have delivered on by reaching an 11-1 record through 12 games thus far into the season.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 23

Why Fitzgerald is Bringing Back MSU's Classic Identity

For years, fans asked the question: “What is Michigan State’s identity?” Since Mark Dantonio’s departure in 2020, the Spartans have not had one. They didn’t

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

MSU Women's Hoops Takes Down Ole Miss for Massive Ranked Victory

This one's a big one. No. 24 Michigan State women's basketball made a statement on Monday night, taking down 15th-ranked Ole Miss, 66-49. The game was played in Cherokee, N.C., as part of the Cherokee Invitational's championship game.

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

Analyzing MSU Basketball's Season at Christmas Break

The non-conference run has definitely been a successful one for Michigan State this campaign. After entering the season ranked 22nd in the preseason AP Poll, the Spartans are now in the top 10 with New Year's and the full Big Ten slate soon to come.

Coen Carr News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 22

Why MSU's Coen Carr Showed Pro Potential

Michigan State is 11-1 after a victory against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies on Saturday afternoon. The Spartans got it done behind a career-high performance from junior forward Coen Carr, who has expanded his game every season since arriving in East Lansing.

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

Michigan State Making Progress With Elite 2028 Wide Receiver

While Michigan State and new head coach Pat Fitzgerald are primarily focused on the 2026 and 2027 recruiting cycles, the Spartans have already started looking ahead to the 2028 cycle and are targeting several prospects in that class.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 21

One Position Group MSU Must Desperately Improve

Michigan State is in the process of improving its roster this offseason, hoping to have a stronger one for the 2026 season. New head coach Pat Fitzgerald

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

Why MSU Must Spend to Improve Pass Rush

Michigan State is seeking ways to improve its roster ahead of the 2026 season. MSU has struggled to beat any of the top teams it has played over the last few seasons, and a lack of high-end talent and depth has been one of the main reasons.

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

MSU's Kohler, Carr Break Down Spartans' Victory over Oakland

DETROIT --- Jaxon Kohler and Coen Carr were two of the sparks No. 9 Michigan State needed to outlast Oakland on Saturday. Carr scored a career-high 22 points, along with seven rebounds, during the 79-70 win .

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 20

MSU Special Teams Hire Could Pay Recruiting Dividends

New Michigan State football head coach Pat Fitzgerald continues to round out his staff for the 2026 season, and his most recent hire may be the most surprising yet.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 20

How Michigan State Can Become a CFP Contender

Michigan State is sitting at home watching the College Football Playoff, and the Spartans have done so for the last ten seasons. Spartan fans got a taste of big-time football a decade ago, but MSU has not reached those heights since.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 20

Michigan State, Fitzgerald Offer In-State Four-Star EDGE Prospect

Pat Fitzgerald is already getting to work on the recruiting trail. Michigan State's new head coach has already shown some focus on top players from the state of Michigan, and Fitzgerald has now extended another in-state prospect.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 20

How Divine Ugochukwu Can Get Back On Breakout Pace

Michigan State has been up and down in their play this season, having great halves followed by disastrous play, and consistency is needed in East Lansing.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 20

Evaluating MSU's New GM Bryan Gasser and His Recruiting Background

Since taking over as Michigan State's head coach at the start of December, Pat Fitzgerald has been slowly but surely building his staff. While several roles still need to be filled, the Spartans addressed one of the most significant holes on their staff on Thursday night by hiring Bryan Gasser from Toledo as the program's new general manager.

Alessio Milivojevic News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 19

How Michigan State Can Help Alessio Milivojevic

Michigan State is moving forward with Alessio Milivojevic as its starting quarterback. Aidan Chiles , who started the last two seasons before suffering an injury and paving the way for Milivojevic, entered the transfer portal earlier in the week.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 19

How Michigan State Basketball Can Improve to 11-1

Michigan State improved to 10–1 on the season with a dominant win over Toledo. The Spartans started fast, jumping out to a 22–6 lead within the first five minutes of the opening half and never looked back, maintaining control for the remainder of the game.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 19

Potential Michigan State Running Back Targets in the 2027 Class

As the 2026 recruiting cycle winds down, new Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald and his staff are shifting their focus toward future classes. The Spartans have plenty of needs to address across their roster in the 2027 cycle, with the running back position being one of their top priorities.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 19

MSU Football Formally Announces Multiple New Hirings

The first spots of Pat Fitzgerald's staff at Michigan State have now officially been filled. On Thursday, MSU formally announced that the Spartans had hired Max Bullough to be the team's co-defensive coordinator and linebackers coach and Joel Welsh to be the program's new head strength and conditioning coach.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / December 18

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No. 9 Michigan State goes up big early, emphatically beats Toledo

Jaxon Kohler notched a double-double of 16 points and 13 rebounds and Jeremy Fears Jr. added 15 points and eight assists as No. 9 Michigan State downed Toledo 92-69 on Tuesday night in East Lansing, Mich.

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