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Josh Pate Reveals Why Newly Hired Coach May Not Fit College Football’s New Landscape

Josh Pate Reveals Why Newly Hired Coach May Not Fit College Football’s New Landscape

The Michigan State Spartans were once among the top programs in the Big Ten Conference, but have fallen on difficult times in recent years. From 2007 to 2019, head coach Mark Dantonio led Michigan State to sustained success, including six double-digit win seasons.

Tom Izzo News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 6
MSU's Izzo Hints at Additional Premier Non-Conference Game

MSU's Izzo Hints at Additional Premier Non-Conference Game

Very few things are certain in life. Michigan State basketball piecing together a difficult non-conference schedule is one of them. It's still very early in the scheduling process.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / April 5
Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 5
MSU Football Sets Official Visits With More Upcoming Prospects

MSU Football Sets Official Visits With More Upcoming Prospects

The list of upcoming visitors is continuing to grow. Michigan State is looking to keep building its 2027 recruiting. Five recruits have already committed, with the Spartans landing three-star safety Ty'ire Clark on Saturday, but plenty more are to come.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 4
3 Reasons MSU Must Target Big Portal Names at Center

3 Reasons MSU Must Target Big Portal Names at Center

Tom Izzo and the transfer portal aren't what you would call a match made in heavan. The longtime Michigan State head coach would probably avoid using it entirely if he could.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / April 3
Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / April 3
Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 3
Potential Returning Spartans Who Could See Role Increase

Potential Returning Spartans Who Could See Role Increase

It will not be long before the transfer portal officially opens. That makes it hard to know exactly who at Michigan State will or will not be back next season.

Carson Cooper News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 3
Carson Cooper Shares Goodbye Message to Spartan Fans

Carson Cooper Shares Goodbye Message to Spartan Fans

Appreciate players like Carson Cooper while they're here. It would have been pretty easy for Cooper or Michigan State to part ways with one another in the past.

Brennan Parachek News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 3
Under Third Head Coach, MSU's Parachek Ready To Step Forward

Under Third Head Coach, MSU's Parachek Ready To Step Forward

EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Plenty of guys find a new place to play after one coaching change, let alone two. The 2026 version of Michigan State football will have its third permanent head coach in four seasons.

College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 3
5 Reasons MSU Fans Should Be Excited for Next Season

5 Reasons MSU Fans Should Be Excited for Next Season

While Michigan State's season ended in heartbreaking fashion with a Sweet 16 loss to UConn, this year should still be considered a success. The Spartans will miss graduates Carson Cooper and Jaxon Kohler as they move on to the next chapter of their careers, as well as Trey Fort, who transferred but had a memorable run during the tournament.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 2
Another Intriguing Center Option for MSU Enters Portal

Another Intriguing Center Option for MSU Enters Portal

Getting a starting-caliber big man has to be the top priority of Michigan State's offseason. The Spartans are losing both Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper due to the exhaustion of their eligibility, and seeing rising redshirt sophomore Jesse McCulloch or freshman Ethan Taylor immediately start at the five would definitely be a mistake.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 2
MSU Football Offers Physically Imposing Bronx TE

MSU Football Offers Physically Imposing Bronx TE

The Spartans are looking at a tight end with some impressive measurables. Michigan State extended an offer on Tuesday evening to Cardinal Hayes (N.Y.) tight end Saleh Atariwa, according to the recruit's Twitter/X page.

Michigan State Spartans News / Big Ten Network / April 1
Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / April 1
Tom Izzo seriously considered coaching for Phoenix Suns

Michigan State's Tom Izzo seriously considered coaching for Phoenix Suns

Tom Izzo has been the head coach of the Michigan State Spartans since 1995. He's a legend in East Lansing, and at 71 years old, there's a very real chance that he ends up retiring as a Michigan State lifer. He's been at MSU for 31 seasons straight. What's a few more, right?

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Michigan State Football in Mix for 2027 Edge Rusher

Michigan State Football in Mix for 2027 Edge Rusher

Michigan State football continues to gain ground on the recruiting trail in the 2027 high school class. Cleveland, Ohio native Munir Lewis has announced his top seven schools, and Michigan State made the cut.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 1
MSU Football Lands Spring Visit from 5-Star EDGE Rusher

MSU Football Lands Spring Visit from 5-Star EDGE Rusher

Michigan State football is going after a pretty big fish on the recruiting trail. The Spartans are set to host five-star Brother Rice (Ill.) EDGE defender Kameron McGee on Thursday during the team's eighth spring practice of the year.

College Football News / Yardbarker / March 31
Ohio State positioned for NFL Draft feat not seen since 1967

Ohio State positioned for NFL Draft feat not seen since 1967

How many Ohio State Buckeyes will hear their name called during the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh)? Better yet, how many will go in the top 10? 

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Tom Izzo News / The Spun / March 28
Tom Izzo Announces Retirement Decision After Loss To UConn

Tom Izzo Announces Retirement Decision After Loss To UConn

Shortly after Michigan State lost to UConn in the Sweet 16 on Friday night, Tom Izzo provided an update on his career. Izzo, 71, has been coaching Michigan State's program since 1995.

Michigan State Spartans News / Breakaway on SI / March 23
Michigan State Best Bet for 2026 NCAA Men's Frozen Four Championship

Michigan State Best Bet for 2026 NCAA Men's Frozen Four Championship

The Michigan State Spartans enter the 2026 NCAA Men's Championship with extreme confidence. The top seed in the Worcester Region, the Spartans are one of the favorites to make it out of the regional play and head to the Frozen Four.

Michigan State Spartans News / College Football News / March 20
Michigan State vs Louisville Prediction and Preview: NCAA Tournament Second Round

Michigan State vs Louisville Prediction and Preview: NCAA Tournament Second Round

It’s a power conference moment for the ACC and Big Ten - this will go a long way for bragging rights. Michigan State was behind Michigan all season in the Big Ten, and right there with Illinois and Purdue as the next-best teams in the conference.

Michigan State Spartans News / Daily Faceoff / March 17
Report: Michigan State’s Nightingale to be named 2027 USA World Juniors head coach

Report: Michigan State’s Nightingale to be named 2027 USA World Juniors head coach

One of the top coaches in college is going to lead his country into one of international hockey’s biggest events. According to insider Frank Seravalli, USA Hockey is going to name Michigan State’s Adam Nightingale as head coach of the U.S.

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