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MSU, Guskiewicz Tap WMU's Bartholomae as New AD

Michigan State has its new athletic director. The school and president Kevin Guskiewicz are hiring Western Michigan athletic director Dan Bartholomae to the same position at MSU, sources within the administration has confirmed with Spartan Nation on Monday morning.

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Michigan State to Hire Western Michigan’s Dan Bartholomae as New AD

Michigan State University is hiring Western Michigan University’s athletic director Dan Bartholomae to be its next athletic director. The Michigan State

Michigan State Spartans News / ESPN / August 17

Sources: Michigan State to hire W. Michigan AD

Michigan State is finalizing a deal to hire Western Michigan athletic director Dan Bartholomae as its new AD, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Monday.

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

One Offensive Player MSU Can't Forget About This Season

The Spartans are in the midst of a hefty rebuild, but that does not mean they are out of contention for a bowl game, given the players they brought in through recruiting and the transfer portal.

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

Michigan State Football Positional Preview: Running Backs

Running back will be one of Michigan State's biggest strengths this season. The Spartans have at least four running backs who should play regularly, and there are still some other interesting options even further down the depth chart.

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

3 Key Duos Michigan State Football Will Rely on in 2026

Michigan State has a few duos that will be huge for its level of success this fall. With 62 new players on the team this year, there are a lot of variables at play here.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / August 15

4 MSU Football Players Who Could Emerge As Stars After Camp

The Michigan State Spartans are getting their first look at the roster as fall camp has ramped up in East Lansing. After four years of losing records, change could finally be on the horizon this fall.

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

3 Intriguing Games To Watch on 2026 MSU Football Schedule

Only a few weeks remain until the Michigan State Spartans' fall camp is complete and the preparation for the regular-season opener begins. First-year head coach Pat Fitzgerald has spent the offseason shaping his program in line with his vision and establishing a hard-nosed culture that could lead to impressive victories.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / August 14

Watch: Jeff Hosler Talks Michigan State's Strong Start and Season Opener Recap | B1G Today

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / August 13

Watch: Pat Fitzgerald's impact on Michigan State Football | Michigan State Football

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

Updating Projected Week 1 Starters for Michigan State Defense

There are reasons to believe that Michigan State's defense can take a step forward this year in Year 1 under Pat Fitzgerald and Year 3 under Joe Rossi as defensive coordinator.

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

Why To Buy Hype on MSU's Emerging Tight End Group

EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Michigan State's group of tight ends will be a big X-factor for the Spartans' offense. Starter Jack Velling and often-used TE2 Michael Masunas from last season both left -- Velling to eligibility/NFL and Masunas to the portal and Texas.

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

4 Crucial Players To Boost Michigan State's Offense

The Spartans are searching for a bowl game this year, which will require all aspects of their team to level up in proportion to the goal, but more than anything, their offense needs to take a massive leap to keep up with the powerhouses of the Big Ten.

Michigan State Spartans News / CFB-HQ on SI / August 11

Pete Thamel Names Former Big Ten Powerhouse That's Behind Right Now

The Michigan State Spartans were once one of the premier programs in the Big Ten under head coach Mark Dantonio. From 2010 to 2017, the team rattled off six double-digit-win seasons and a College Football Playoff appearance.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / August 11

MSU Hoops Sets Two More Non-Con Games, One vs. Former B1G Coach

Michigan State basketball has officially set up another pair of non-conference games on its 2026-27 schedule. The team announced via social media on Tuesday that the Spartans would be taking on Quinnipiac on Monday, Nov.

Alessio Milivojevic News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / August 11

Two Games Where MSU's Milivojevic Can Prove Himself

The Spartans were set to face a major question mark at quarterback this year with Aidan Chiles' leaving the team. Then they found their guy when Chiles got injured, and Alessio Milivojevic performed well in the time he was given.

Nikai Martinez News / EasySportz / August 6

Nikai Martinez Sends Clear Message on Michigan State’s Standard: 'We Don’t Want to be Mediocre'

Quote first reported by Emmett Matasovsky of Spartan Shadows. Michigan State football is entering the 2026 season with a new standard, and veteran defensive back Nikai Martinez made that crystal clear during fall camp.

Michigan State Spartans News / EasySportz / August 4

Pat Fitzgerald Wants to Bring Physicality Back to Michigan State

For nearly two decades at Northwestern, Pat Fitzgerald built his identity around toughness. His teams rarely overwhelmed opponents with elite recruiting classes or overwhelming athleticism, but they consistently played disciplined, physical football that reflected their head coach’s personality.

Pat Fitzgerald News / Yardbarker / July 29

Pat Fitzgerald setting Michigan State up to play chippy brand of football

A football team always takes on the personality of its head coach, and that means the Michigan State Spartans are going to be feisty under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald.

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava shares unique perspective on Big Ten-SEC debate

Longtime SEC analyst Paul Finebaum backs Big Ten in top conference debate

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith says SEC powerhouse was his 'dream school'

Penn State's Matt Campbell explains how NIL can help a coach find clarity

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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 / 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.

Mavericks hope Dusty May can work his college magic in NBA

Why jumping to NBA with Mavericks makes sense for Dusty May

Michigan’s potential replacement for Dusty May has been revealed

What does Mark Cuban think of Mavericks luring Dusty May away from Michigan?

The 'Men's basketball national champion coaches' quiz

Tom Izzo News / Yardbarker / June 15