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MSU Athletic Department Takes Big Step in Modernizing NIL, Fundraising

Michigan State made an important step Friday morning in adapting to the new world of college athletics, as MSU's Board of Trustees authorized the creation of Spartan Ventures.

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Michigan State Emerging for Elite 2026 Center Prospect

Ethan Taylor has been one of Michigan State basketball’s biggest targets during the 2026 high school basketball recruiting cycle. Michigan State is unfortunately going to lose both Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper as they will be graduating after this season.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 31

MSU’s 2026 Recruiting Class Looks to Add Major Promise

Right now, Michigan State basketball has the 22nd-ranked recruiting class according to On3. Carlos MedlockJr Jr. is ranked as the 76th-ranked player and the 13th-ranked point guard, while Avent is ranked 80th and 11th among all power forwards.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 31

MSU Freshman Guard's Role Looking to Expand

The Michigan State Spartans have played two exhibition games before the 2025-26 season begins, winning one and dropping the other. MSU beat Bowling Green last week and lost to UConn earlier this week.

Four-Star MSU Target Sets Commitment Date

In just over one month, four-star center Tristan Reed officially visited all of the schools in his top five. Tom Izzo's Michigan State remains an option as the No.

Final Predictions for Michigan State at Minnesota

Michigan State (3-5 overall, 0-5 Big Ten) is still seeking its first conference win of the year, with only four opportunities remaining. The Spartans have a good shot to do it against Minnesota (5-3, 3-2); MSU is only considered a slight underdog.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 31

MSU Joins Surprising List of Winless Big Ten Teams

The Michigan State Spartans have had an abysmal season in 2025. MSU has lost its last five games and has not won a Big Ten game. As a result, fans and

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 31

MSU's Tom Izzo Calls Two New Players 'Pleasant Surprises'

Michigan State basketball has wrapped up its exhibition games, beating Bowling Green, 75-66 , on Oct. 23 and falling at UConn on Tuesday, 76-69 . Those were the first opportunities to see all of MSU's new players in a Spartan uniform for the first time.

Ryan Eckley News / Big Ten Network / October 30

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Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 30

Michigan State Women's Basketball Earns Placement in Top 25

Michigan State Women’s basketball is looking to improve after its second-round exit in the NCAA tournament against two-seeded NC State. This year, the Spartans are bringing back key players, including seniors Grace Vanslooten, and Theryn Hallock.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 30

National Media Discusses MSU's Jonathan Smith's Job Security

As Michigan State continues to slide, many fans and alumni have called for the university to fire head coach Jonathan Smith. Smith, the former Oregon State standout coach , has only won three Big Ten games in 20 attempts, and it appears the Spartans are set to miss another bowl game.

Stanton Ramil News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 30

Evaluating MSU LT Stanton Ramil's Return to Lineup

Michigan State was without starting left tackle, Stanton Ramil, for much of the month. Ramil was injured against USC and did not play in three games during October.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 30

Could Minnesota Be Jonathan Smith’s Final Game at MSU?

Just 20 games into his tenure at Michigan State , there is a realistic chance that game 21 against Minnesota could be the final one for head coach Jonathan Smith .

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 30

Malik Putman Recaps Second MSU Visit In Exclusive Interview

While Malik Putman is nowhere near playing for Michigan State, the Spartans have kept a close eye on the Michigan native. Putman is a 5'11'' 200-pound fullback and middle linebacker out of Ecorse, MI.

Wayne Matthews III News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 29

MSU's Wayne Matthews III on USC Injury, Updates Linebackers

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State linebacker Wayne Matthews III has been one of the defense's better players this season. He's made 46 total tackles this year, which is only second to Jordan Hall (60) on the team.

Jalen Satchell News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 29

MSU's Jalen Satchell on Starting Year Injured, Game vs. Minnesota

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Michigan State defensive lineman Jalen Satchell had to deal with being injured to start his final college season. He missed the Spartans' first four games of the year due to something that he suffered during fall camp.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 29

MSU Competing For Class of 2027 Five-Star Center

As she continues to move forward in her recruiting process, five-star player Sydney Mobley has named Michigan State to her Top 12. The Delaware, OH, native continued to express interest in the Spartans, though they won't have it easy as they look to pursue the 6'2'' center.

Nick Marsh News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 29

Uncovering the Victor in the Battle of the Marshes

After the brutal rivalry loss to the Michigan Wolverines, the Michigan State Spartans need any sort of victory that they can get, even if they aren't in actual games.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 29

MSU Football Secures Another Class of 2026 Commitment

As the 2025 college football season winds down, Michigan State has begun to ramp up its recruiting. With head coach Jonathan Smith struggling to get this team out of their five-game slump, he received a slight boost with Zach Curtis's commitment.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 28

Michigan State Falls in Exhibition at UConn, 76-69

No. 22 Michigan State fell to No. 4 Connecticut , 76-69, in an exhibition game in Storrs on Tuesday night. It is the second of two exhibitions the Spartans will play before the official start of the 2025-26 season.

Tom Izzo News / NBC Sports / October 28

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College Basketball News / NBC Sports / October 28

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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.

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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