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Other CFB Results Don't Express Optimism for Michigan State

Other CFB Results Don't Express Optimism for Michigan State

Michigan State's 41-24 victory over Youngstown State already wasn't inspiring a ton of optimism, but the play of the Spartans' first two opponents isn't making the Spartans look very good, either.

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

3 Stock Risers from Michigan State's Win over YSU

Improving week-to-week is a key to every college football season. While some things for Michigan State need some adjusting after an uninspiring 41-24 victory over Youngstown State , there are a few positive performances that stood out.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 13

Michigan State Gets Shaky Win Over Youngstown State, 41-24

EAST LANSING --- Michigan State was able to improve to 3-0 on the season by picking up a 41-24 victory over Youngstown State, but the Spartans have much to improve on after a game against an inferior FCS opponent.

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

Jordan Vann Updates Michigan State Visit and More

Multiple different schools have started to do their job even better on a day-to-day basis. This includes the Michigan State Spartans, who have landed multiple different prospects in the 2026 class, including flipping multiple guys in the 2026 class.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 13
Michigan State Week 3 Availability Report

Michigan State Week 3 Availability Report

EAST LANSING --- Michigan State has released its full availability report two hours ahead of its matchup against Youngstown State. See which players have been ruled OUT for the game and which ones are considered QUESTIONABLE.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 13
3 Most Important Defensive Spartans vs. YSU

3 Most Important Defensive Spartans vs. YSU

The Michigan State Spartans are taking on the Youngstown State Penguins this afternoon, hoping to go to 3-0 on the young season.  MSU was 3-0 after a dismantling of Prairie View A&M last season, but things started to fall off the rails after that point.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 13
Former Spartans Coach Holds Strong Belief On College Football

Former Spartans Coach Holds Strong Belief On College Football

Former Michigan State football head coach Mark Dantonio , the all-time winningest head coach in program history, was confident that he would be able to handle all of the changes that have happened to college football since he retired, most notably the transfer portal.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 13
3 Most Important Offensive Spartans vs. YSU

3 Most Important Offensive Spartans vs. YSU

The Michigan State Spartans have an FCS showdown with the Youngstown State Penguins this afternoon.  MSU is a heavy favorite against its opponents from Ohio, and Jonathan Smith’s team should be 3-0 after this matchup.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 13
3 Non-MSU Games Fans Should Track This Weekend

3 Non-MSU Games Fans Should Track This Weekend

Every week when Michigan State is playing, that game is and should be the most important game that Spartan fans keep track of. But after MSU's contest against Youngstown State , the non-conference slate is going to be over and it will be time for Big Ten play.

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

Tristan Comer Drops Thoughts on Spartans Recruiting

The Michigan State Spartans have multiple different commits in the 2026 recruiting class that are among the best in the class at their respective position

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 12

The Promising Start MSU's Malcolm Bell Is off to

The Michigan State Spartans reworked their entire secondary this offseason and have seen major contributions from several transfers.  MSU’s secondary played

Aidan Chiles News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 12
Legendary Coach Praises MSU QB Aidan Chiles

Legendary Coach Praises MSU QB Aidan Chiles

Michigan State fans have been excited about what they have seen from quarterback Aidan Chiles and how he has developed.  Chiles showed intriguing flashes

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / September 11
MSU Has Found Its Best Pass-Rusher

MSU Has Found Its Best Pass-Rusher

The Michigan State Spartans have tried for a long time to find a consistent pass-rusher.  The team has not been able to find a defensive end, tackle, or linebacker to get after the quarterback on every snap.

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