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Tom Izzo Sends Crucial Message to Fans on MSU's Smith

Michigan State fans have become fed up with football coach Jonathan Smith, as the team has not won much under his tenure. Smith is 8-10 through a season and a half leading the Spartans, and fans and alumni have lost faith that he can dig the team out of the depths of college football.

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Four Star Michigan State Basketball Target Announces Commitment Date

Four-star Michigan State basketball target Jasiah Jervis has announced that he has officially set his commitment date for November 5th. Jervais has also announced his final five schools: Michigan State, Tennessee, NC State, Pitt, and Illinois.

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

Indiana Game the Ultimate Test of Resilience for Michigan State

Saturday's game against No. 3 Indiana could be the last chance for Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith . His seat has suddenly become extremely hot after MSU's 38-13 loss to UCLA.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / October 16

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Coen Carr News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 16

Why Coen Carr Will Develop Into Complete Player for Spartans

The Michigan State Spartans are preparing for what could be an exciting season in East Lansing. MSU was close to Tom Izzo’s ninth Final Four, but fell just short after losing to Auburn.

Michigan State Spartans News / College Football Talk / October 16

No. 3 Indiana tries to ignore the noise by focusing on Michigan State and the Old Brass Spittoon

Indiana running back Roman Hemby has had plenty of experiences during his first four college seasons. He’s ready to tackle a different one.

Aidan Chiles News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 16

More Than a Game for Chiles Against Fierce Opponent

Coming off last game's loss versus UCLA, Michigan State University desperately needs a bounce-back win. Three losses in a row and 0-3 in conference play do not stack up well for Jonathan Smith's resume while at MSU.

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

MSU Searching for Identity on Both Sides of the Football

The Michigan State Spartans have spiraled in 2025, putting the future of the football program in peril. Jonathan Smith has lost control of things, as the Spartans are coming off a 38-13 loss to a UCLA team that has quit on the season.

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

One Big Reason Behind Michigan State’s 2025 Struggles

The Michigan State Spartans are looking for ways to save their season before things spiral out of control. MSU now sits at 3-3 (0-3 in Big Ten play) after an embarrassing loss to UCLA, and there may not be another easy win on the schedule for the rest of the season.

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

2026 Michigan State Basketball Targets to Know Right Now

Michigan State basketball has already gotten two commitments so far in the 2026 recruiting cycle. Point guard Carlos Medlock Jr and power forward Julius Avent committed to the green and white and with both of them, the Spartans have the 18th-ranked class according to 247 Sports.

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

Four-Star MSU Target Sets College Commitment Date

Four-star Michigan State basketball target Jalyn Collingwood has announced that he will commit on Thursday, Oct 16th at 5:30EST on the CBS Sports YouTube channel.

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

2027 WR Set to Visit MSU After Receiving First Offer

After receiving his first offer, Michigan State knew it was time to throw its name in the mix. Michigan native, WR Will Fussman, is fresh off his first visit, which resulted in Central Michigan throwing an offer his way.

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

MSU's Quindarius Dunnigan on Being a Captain During Difficult Times

EAST LANSING --- Michigan State football is currently 0-3 in Big Ten play and has about as bleak an opponent as it gets coming up next: No. 3 Indiana .

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

A Bold Take on Jonathan Smith and Michigan State

Michigan State football is in a bad place, and head coach Jonathan Smith has not helped turn things around as quickly as many expected him to. College football rebuilds are, at the same time, a slow burn and outdated in today’s day and age.

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

Where MSU Women's Basketball Landed in Preseason AP Poll

Michigan State women's basketball is continuing its rise entering the third year under head coach Robyn Fralick . On Tuesday, the preseason AP Poll came out, ranking the best teams in the nation, and the Spartans will begin the year ranked No.

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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Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 14

Unexpected 2 Week Stretch of Struggle For Spartans

Starting the 2025 season, MSU was very optimistic for the 2025-2026 season and the "improvements" that many fans expected from the team. Early in the season, Michigan State University made what looks like giant steps in the right direction for Jonathan Smith and his crew.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / October 14

Why Michigan State’s 2026 Recruits Are Looking Like Hidden Gems

In the 2026 basketball recruiting cycle, Tom Izzo and Michigan State are off to a great start as he already has two commits in 5-11 point guard Carlos Medlock Jr.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 12

Michigan State at Indiana odds: Opening point spread revealed

No. 3 Indiana and Michigan State are set to clash in a Week 8 Big Ten matchup, with the game taking place at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, IN. The undefeated Hoosiers are coming off their biggest victory in school history, a 30-20 road win over No.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / October 11