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Michigan State Adds Big Ten Transfer Prospect to Defensive Line

Michigan State's incoming transfer portal class has reached 25 people. The Spartans added to their defensive line on Monday morning, receiving the commitment of Illinois defensive tackle Eli Coenen after he announced his decision on Instagram.

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

MSU Offers Division II Lineman Transfer

The 2026 college transfer portal window has been chaotic for Michigan State, to put it mildly. While the Spartans have seen nearly 40 players transfer

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / January 11

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College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / January 12

Nebraska Cornhuskers Forward Issues Serious Apology to Jeremy Fears Following Bizarre Social Media Post

Braden Frager crossed a line earlier this January, targeting Jeremy Fears, and fortunately, he recognized his mistake immediately. The Nebraska Cornhuskers’ redshirt freshman made a shooting gesture toward Michigan State’s player after draining a clutch three in the Cornhuskers’ 58-56 thrilling win.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 11

Key Building Block of MSU Defense Announces Return

Michigan State has been hurting for bodies in the trenches as it navigates the transfer portal during Pat Fitzgerald's first offseason. The Spartans currently have 14 offensive and defensive linemen in the transfer portal or officially leaving for other schools, but one key player along the defensive line appears to have confirmed his return.

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

Why Fitzgerald has Shown Adaptability in Early Days at MSU

There was not really a consensus opinion of Michigan State's hiring of Pat Fitzgerald right after it happened. A coach's public approval rating means zilch before a down is played, but there were some valid concerns.

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

Spartans Still Have 3 Glaring Transfer Portal Needs

Michigan State's transfer portal class is beginning to fill up. The Spartans have picked up 22 transfer portal commitments , as of Saturday night, and the final number will be larger than that.

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

Michigan State Promotes Assistant to Rush Ends Coach

Michigan State's coaching staff is mostly filled in, but there are still some minor, but important, moves to be made. The latest decision from Pat Fitzgerald's staff is the promotion of Andrew Bindelglass to rush ends coach, according to a report from Ryan O'Bleness of Spartans Illustrated.

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Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 10

MSU Targets In-State Talent as Fitzgerald Lays '27 Foundation

After finishing last season with a 4–8 record, Michigan State football has spent the past month focused on rebuilding and establishing a new identity. New head coach Pat Fitzgerald has been especially active in the transfer portal as he reshapes the Spartans’ roster.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 10

Former MSU OC Lindgren Finds Job with ACC Program

One of Michigan State's several departing assistant coaches has found a new job. Former MSU offensive coordinator Brian Lindgren is now the new quarterbacks coach at Stanford.

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

Michigan State Adding Experienced FCS Defender from Portal

Michigan State is still contuing to add through the transfer portal. The Spartans have already reached 22 commits now. MSU's most recent commit is from Albany transfer Cam Stodghill, who announced his decision on social media Friday evening.

Rustin Young News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 9

Key Offensive Tackle for Michigan State Withdraws from Portal

Michigan State has convinced another player to withdraw from the transfer portal. Offensive tackle Rustin Young , who entered the transfer portal on Monday, has now taken his name out of the portal, a source has confirmed to Spartan Nation.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 9

3 Observations from MSU's Shaky Victory against Northwestern

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Apologizing is never really necessary for winning a conference game in the Big Ten, but Michigan State has to play better. It’s fine

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 9

MSU Hosting Elite Ivy League WR on Transfer Visit

The halfway point of the 2026 college football transfer portal window has arrived, and it’s hard to point to a more active team than Michigan State. Under

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / January 8

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

Michigan State Adds Portal EDGE Rusher With Huge Potential

Michigan State is bringing in a player from the transfer portal who can do big, big things if he develops. Southeast Missouri State EDGE rusher transfer Trey Lisle has committed to MSU, according to his bio on Twitter/X .

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

Michigan State Gets Commitment from Up-and-Coming G5 RB

Michigan State has filled up its need for running backs in a matter of days. Shortly after landing UConn transfer Cam Edwards on Wednesday, the Spartans have received the commitment of Western Kentucky transfer Marvis Parrish , who announced his decision on social media Thursday.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 6