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Michigan State's Tom Izzo Receives Substantial Pay Raise

Michigan State's legendary head coach is getting a raise. Tom Izzo and the school agreed to an amendment in his contract on Friday, which ultimately gave Izzo a $1 million pay bump.

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Preview: Michigan State's Road Test at Penn State

Michigan State is now set to play its first true road game of the year. The ninth-ranked Spartans (8-1 overall, 1-0 Big Ten) are taking on Penn State (8-2, 0-1) and are looking to bounce back from last Saturday's loss against Duke .

Former 2026 Michigan State Target Decommits From Iowa State

While the vast majority of the 2026 recruiting class have committed to and signed with programs following last week’s Early National Signing Period, a

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

The Position Group MSU Must Incorporate More in 2026

Michigan State needs to improve on the offensive side of the football next season. Pat Fitzgerald is still working on an offensive coordinator hire, taking his time to nail what could be the most important hire of his Spartan tenure.

Michigan State Spartans News / SwimSwam / December 12

Michigan State Receives $401 Million Commitment from an Alum; Most Will Go to Athletics

By Braden Keith on SwimSwam Greg Williams, CEO of the insurance firm Acrisure, has announced a $401 million financial commitment Michigan State University athletics.

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

Michigan State Freshmen Making Early Impact on the Season

Michigan State basketball is off to a strong start, opening the season 8–1 through its first nine games. While upperclassmen such as Jeremy Fears, Coen Carr, Jaxon Kohler, and Carson Cooper often receive most of the attention, the freshmen have made it clear that they can also play high-level basketball.

Tom Izzo News / ESPN / December 12

MSU's Izzo gets raise, is highest-paid in Big Ten

Michigan State's Tom Izzo is getting a $1 million raise in his 5-year contract that automatically renews annually, a boost that makes him the highest-paid coach in the Big Ten with a salary of about $7.2 million.

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

Backup Michigan State Pass Rusher Plans to Enter Transfer Portal

Another depth piece for Michigan State football is reportedly going to enter the transfer portal. The latest addition to the portal is redshirt junior Tyler Gillison , who was in his second season with the Spartans.

Jaxon Kohler News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 12

MSU's Kohler Thinks Team is More Dangerous After Duke Loss

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Senior forward Jaxon Kohler likened Michigan State to a "wounded animal" on Thursday because of its loss against then-No. 4 Duke last Saturday.

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

5 Toughest Players to Replace for Michigan State Football

Lots of roster shuffling is going to happen in the next couple of weeks and months. Michigan State is under new management after a 4-8 season, and that means recently hired Pat Fitzgerald is going to have to make some moves in the transfer portal in order to get the Spartans back to a bowl game next year.

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

Experienced Michigan State LB to Enter Transfer Portal

Michigan State is set to lose one of its most experienced players to the transfer portal. Linebacker Darius Snow is planning to enter the transfer portal after six seasons with the Spartans.

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

Michigan State Offers Division II Transfer Wide Receiver

Now that the 2025 regular season has ended, the offseason transfer portal chaos has started. While the portal doesn’t officially open until January, several college football stars across the country have already announced their plans to transfer, and schools have started making offers to the top portal talent.

Penn State Making Progress with Michigan State Commit

It’s been a hectic few weeks for Michigan State football. The Spartans parted ways with former head coach Jonathan Smith at the end of November and quickly

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

Michigan State Women’s Basketball Eyes Bounce-Back Performance

Michigan State women’s basketball is coming off a tough road loss this past weekend against Wisconsin. In a game where the Spartans were trying to keep their undefeated season alive, their fast-paced offense was shut down as the Badgers played excellent, disciplined defense.

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

Michigan State Basketball Ranks Impressively in Early Bracketology

Michigan State basketball has now played nine games in a little over a month to open the season. After being ranked 22nd in the preseason AP poll, the Spartans have started 8–1, with the only loss coming against the then fourth-ranked Duke Blue Devils.

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

Breaking Down Michigan State's SG Situation

The Michigan State Spartans are moving forward after their loss to Duke, looking to rebound and start a winning streak. There has not been much to complain about with Tom Izzo’s squad this season, as the team is elite on defense and gets the job done on offense. However, if there’s one thing that should improve, it’s the shooting guard rotation.

Nick Marsh News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 11

The Future of Star Spartan Portal WR Nick Marsh

Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 1. The star sophomore caught 59 passes for 662 yards and six touchdowns in 2025, topping his record-setting freshman season.

Jeremy Fears News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 11

Breaking Down MSU's Jeremy Fears Jr.'s Big Leap

Michigan State probably would not have its current top-10 status without its "floor general." Jeremy Fears Jr. has excelled this past season. Even during tough games, like his 0-for-10 shooting game against Duke , Fears finds other ways to make a positive impact, like recording 13 assists.

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

Full 2026 Transfer Portal Tracker for Michigan State Football

It's going to be an eventful transfer portal cycle for Michigan State football, as there is likely going to be some whiplash from the Spartans' coaching change that now has Pat Fitzgerald as the program's new head coach.

Semaj Bridgeman News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 11

Michigan State LB, Special Teams Guy to Enter Transfer Portal

Another Michigan State player has announced that he would be entering the transfer portal. The latest decision has come from linebacker Semaj Bridgeman , according to a report by Rivals/On3.

NFL News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / December 10

MSU, Pat Fitzgerald to Hire Spartan Legend as Assistant

One Michigan State legend that Spartan fans have been clamoring for is returning to East Lansing. Former MSU linebacker and former Notre Dame linebackers coach Max Bullough is reportedly joining Pat Fitzgerald's first staff at Michigan State, according to a report by SpartanMag .

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 6

Second-half surge leads Duke to first 10-0 start in eight years

There may not be a better team in college basketball than the Duke Blue Devils.

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Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / December 2

Izzo gives thoughts on supporting Fitzgerald at Michigan State

Tom Izzo gives thoughts on supporting Pat Fitzgerald at Michigan State

Tom Izzo has been with the Michigan State Spartans for a long time. He was hired as the head basketball coach in 1995 and has been a Spartan ever since, as he's carved out a legendary coaching career.

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Michigan State Spartans News / Larry Brown Sports / November 30