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Michigan State Football Top 30 Players Countdown: No. 5

Any improvement from Michigan State this year has to start with its offensive line. The Spartans look a lot different up front this year. MSU will have four new starters this year, which is for the best after the team allowed the second-most sacks in the Big Ten last year.

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How Michigan State Football Can Shock Big Ten in 2026

For the last four years, the Michigan State Spartans have been at the bottom of the Big Ten. It is an unfamiliar place for a program that once competed for Big Ten Championships with national title aspirations.

Alessio Milivojevic News / EasySportz / July 28

Michigan State May Have the Big Ten’s Most Underrated Quarterback

Despite limited national attention, Milivojevic enters his first full season as the Spartans’ starting quarterback with momentum, proven efficiency, and a skill set that fits today’s college game.

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

3 Bold Predictions for Michigan State Football Fall Camp

Fall camp is just around the corner for the Michigan State Spartans as a new era of the program begins this fall. First-year head coach Pat Fitzgerald has his eyes set on returning the Spartans to their glory days of running the Big Ten as a consistent conference and national contender.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 28

What To Know Before MSU's B1G Football Media Days Appearance

Big Ten Football Media Days are officially underway in Chicago. Tuesday is the first day of three during the annual event. Six teams are featured each day in the Windy City.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 27

MSU Basketball Makes Cut Lists for Two Stellar Recruits

Michigan State is on the short list of teams still in the running for a few blue-chip recruits. 4-star prospects Jaxson Davis and Jaydn Jenkins both released cutdown lists in their respective recruitments on Saturday.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 26

One Michigan State Player Stands to Lose Big From Return

The Spartans have the chance to bolster their roster with the return of Jaxon Kohler, which would be the biggest addition of the off-season, even if it would simply mean Kohler not having to leave the team at the end of the day.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 25

Why Potential Roster Return Creates a Dilemma for MSU

The Spartans are going to be waiting for a while to see if Jaxon Kohler will be getting another year of college basketball eligibility, and the possibilities of such a thing keep on growing by the day.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 25

MSU Football: Key Transfer Additions to Watch This Fall

Michigan State football has to get very busy in the transfer portal this offseason. The Spartans brought in 32 players from the transfer portal this winter and spring.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 24

This MSU Star Wins Big if Jaxon Kohler Returns

The Spartans are in a wait-and-see mode as Jaxon Kohler could return to college basketball for one more season if the NCAA grants him a fifth year of eligibility, which would be a big boost for MSU.

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

Michigan State Basketball Expanding 2027 Recruiting Board

Michigan State basketball is beginning to broaden its search for 2027 recruits. The Spartans have recently sent out a few more offers and begun setting their sights on some other prospects.

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

One Returning Player Ready To Become Star for Michigan State

The Michigan State Spartans are searching for the flame that made them a powerhouse for much of the 21st century under former head coach Mark Dantonio.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 22

Why Michigan State's New Offensive Line Inspires Confidence

Michigan State's offensive line will be one of the biggest determining factors for the Spartans this fall. The unit looks a lot different than it did last season.

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

What Derailed MSU Last Season, And How It Can Be Avoided

The Spartans are in the hunt for a national championship this year, which means every single game matters, no matter how tough the opponent is expected to be or how much the game seems to matter.

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

The Biggest Concern Nobody Is Talking About for Michigan State

Michigan State certainly doesn't have the perfect roster. The Spartans haven't made a bowl game in four seasons, and the odds seem to be above 50% that the drought will reach five in 2026.

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

Exploring WMU's Bartholomae as Potential MSU AD Candidate

One pretty sensible external candidate for Michigan State's open athletic director job currently resides in Kalamazoo. Western Michigan AD Dan Bartholomae has often been suggested as someone MSU could consider as its next athletic director.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 19

MSU's Fourth Best Way To Approach Starting Five

The Spartans have one of the most talented rosters in all of college basketball with a healthy array of veterans and newcomers, as well as a wide selection of size, shooting skill, and playmaking ability.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 18

MSU's Fifth Best Option In A Starting Five

The Spartans are looking to be national contenders this year, which means that everything the team does needs to be executed perfectly, and one of the most important things that must be executed well is the team's starting five.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 18

Michigan State Football Top 30 Players Countdown: No. 10

Michigan State’s top two corners are going to be two of the best players on the team this fall. The No. 2 corner this season will be Iowa State transfer Tre Bell .

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 17

MSU Basketball Sets Date for Massive Road Game at Tennessee

Michigan State has officially set up another premier non-conference game. The Spartans announced on Friday morning that their previously reported road game against Tennessee had officially been scheduled for Tuesday, Nov.

Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / July 7

Tom Izzo issues official statement on Michigan State's president returning

What a difference a month makes.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 22

What Dusty May leaving Michigan means for Tom Izzo, Michigan State

Monday was anything but a slow news day for college basketball. Early in the day, news broke that University of Michigan men's basketball coach Dusty May will become the new head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, according to a report from ESPN's Shams Charania, Adam Schefter and Pete Thamel.

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