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3 Instant Observations from MSU Basketball's Exhibition Loss to UConn

EAST LANSING — Michigan State basketball asked for a big test on its preseason schedule. It sure got one. The sixth-ranked Spartans just didn't hit enough shots to take down another one of the nation's elite teams, even at the Breslin Center, as No.

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How Michigan State's WR Room Showing Signs of Life

If one unit could be called insufficient this year, the easy answer would be the defense as a whole, and more specifically the cornerback room. That's for many reasons, but the wide receiver room may actually be the unit that has been lacking more this season.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 18

Kickoff Time, TV Channel Set for MSU's Game at Undefeated UCLA

Michigan State's upcoming game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena against UCLA is now fully set. The Spartans and the Big Ten formally announced on Monday that the team's game against the 12th-ranked Bruins would kick off at approximately 3:30 p.m.

Alessio Milivojevic News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 18

Why Big QB Decision Should Loom This Winter for MSU, Milivojevic

EAST LANSING -- Time is ticking for Michigan State to make another decision at quarterback. Starters are playing for their jobs every week and year during the transfer portal era.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 18

Spartan Sundays: 'One Play Away' Mistakes Will Haunt MSU in 2026

EAST LANSING — The painful reality is that Michigan State is 2-5. That record is painful. It would stink whether MSU had lost every game by 50 points or by one.

Michigan State Spartans News / EssentiallySports / October 18

Big Ten Fan in Jabrill Peppers Jersey Visited by State Police During Week 7 Game

Michigan State fans haven’t forgotten Jabrill Peppers embarrassing the Spartans in Michigan’s 32-23 victory in 2016. And apparently, one Michigan fan knew exactly how to get under their skin.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 17

Wild ending versus Michigan State keeps dream Northwestern season alive

You could forgive Northwestern for thinking it's living a dream. And not just because of the wild ending to its road win at the Michigan State Spartans.

No. 25 Northwestern blocks late FG, kicks winner to top Michigan State

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College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 17

One Key Fix for Michigan State Against Northwestern

The Spartans have been going through it this season, with injuries around every corner that are doing nothing to help, aside from one or two players being able to step up, such as Jaziun Patterson or Fredrick Moore.

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 16

How Izzo, MSU Remaining Dominant in Ever-Changing Landscape

We are in one of the more chaotic eras in the history of college sports. Over the last few years, several historic "blue blood" programs have fallen below that level of play.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 16

Why MSU's Defense Has Real Hope for Long Term Growth

The Spartans have dealt with one of the worst injury bugs in the nation this season, losing stars and starters alike, what feels like every drive of every game ever since conference play started against Nebraska.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 16

Why Quick Start Is Biggest Key for MSU vs. Northwestern

Michigan State is falling behind too quickly these days. The Spartans are on a four-game losing streak to open up their schedule against Power Four opponents, and one reason for that has been slow starts.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 15

Quickly Previewing Michigan State Hockey's One-Game Trip to RIT

Michigan State hockey is on the road for the first time this week, but only for just one game, rather than two. The third-ranked Spartans have gotten off to a positive start with their 2026-27 season, taking down Boston College in a home exhibition two weeks ago and sweeping Northern Michigan with relative ease last week.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 13

Northwestern's David Braun, Michigan State's Pat Fitzgerald keeping focus on the game amid off-field narratives

Michigan State's 2-4 record would suggest that this could be an easy win for Northwestern, but there's going to be a lot emotionally on the line in this matchup.

SEC football history: Recalling the most obscure opponent for all 16 teams

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Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 13

Grading Each MSU Defensive Position Group at Season's Midpoint

It's been a challenging year for Michigan State's defense so far, for reasons both in and out of its control. This is the third year the Spartans have had Joe Rossi as their defensive coordinator, and he's under contract for the 2027 season after quietly signing a one-year extension days before the '25 campaign kicked off.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 13

Why Smaller Lineups Could Become Staple for MSU Hoops This Year

EAST LANSING -- It may be some time before Michigan State basketball has a handle on which players and lineups will work best this season. This is a good problem to have.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 12

Grading Each MSU Offensive Position Group at Season's Midpoint

Michigan State's football season is already halfway done. The Spartans just lost their fourth consecutive game on Saturday, falling to Illinois 38-37 in overtime.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 11

How MSU Defense Facing Grim Outlook With Even More Injury Problems

EAST LANSING -- The depth chart for Michigan State's defense is getting thinner and thinner. MSU's defense played a pair of true freshman cornerbacks in a game that went to overtime on Saturday, a 38-37 overtime loss to Illinois.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 11

Spartan Sundays: Why MSU's 2-Point Conversion Was Doomed From Start

EAST LANSING — A weird, back-and-forth game between Michigan State and Illinois came down to one play on Saturday. It was doomed from the very start. MSU scored a touchdown during the first overtime of its game against Illinois.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 9

3 Observations from MSU Hockey's Season Opener vs. NMU

EAST LANSING --- Another expectation-filled Michigan State hockey season is off to a positive start. The third-ranked Spartans used a very quick start to take down a noticeably improved Northern Michigan squad on Friday night, 6-2.

One Interesting Future Opponent MSU Fans Should Monitor

The Spartans are having a rough season, to say the least, as they have been riddled with injuries and struggling at nearly every position in some form.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 8

Previewing MSU Hockey's Opening Series vs. Northern Michigan

Michigan State's top-flight hockey program is ready for another highly anticipated season. The Spartans unofficially opened their season last week with a 5-2 exhibition win over then-No.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 8

MSU AD Bartholomae Making Big Statements on Football NIL Strategy

EAST LANSING -- Michigan State's new-ish athletic director is aiming to secure better funding for his football program. Dan Bartholomae sent out a letter to MSU fans on Wednesday afternoon, a few days ahead of the Spartans' homecoming matchup with Illinois.