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Michigan State’s Alessio Milivojevic throws a pass against Eastern Michigan during the second quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

How To Watch, Listen to MSU's Home Matchup vs. Illinois

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 10, 2026

Michigan State’s Kenny Soares Jr. celebrates his sack against Eastern Michigan during the first quarter on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Full Preview & Prediction for MSU's Homecoming Game vs. Illinois

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 10, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald, right, shakes hands with Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule after the game on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in East Lansing.

One Interesting Future Opponent MSU Fans Should Monitor

Nathan Berry

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Oct 9, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald listens to a referee as Nebraska’s touchdown catch is being reviewed during the first quarter on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in East Lansing.

One Strength MSU Football Can Use Against Illinois

Nathan Berry

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Oct 9, 2026

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Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale listens during new football coach Pat Fitzgerald's introductory press conference on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at the Tom Izzo Football Building in East Lansing.

Previewing MSU Hockey's Opening Series vs. Northern Michigan

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 8, 2026

Sep 19, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Pat Fitzgerald arrives before the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

5 Illinois Players Michigan State Must Be Ready For

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 8, 2026

Michigan State AD Dan Bartholomae walks the sidelines during a football game against Toledo on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, at Spartan Stadium.

MSU AD Bartholomae Making Big Statements on Football NIL Strategy

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 8, 2026

Michigan State’s Jordan Hall signals before a play against Nebraska during the first quarter on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in East Lansing.

Analyzing MSU's Initial Availability Report Ahead of Illinois Game

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 7, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald, right, shakes hands with Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule after the game on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in East Lansing.

MSU’s Biggest Game of the Year Just Got Interesting

Nathan Berry

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Oct 7, 2026

Oct 3, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Katin Houser (4) passes the ball during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Gies Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Explaining Illinois QB Katin Houser's Path Back to Michigan State

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 7, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Sparty leads the Michigan State Spartans onto the field prior at a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

MSU Players Whose Stock Increased, Decreased at Wisconsin

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 7, 2026

Michigan State quarterback Alessio Milivojevic (11) fires a pass during the second quarter of their game against Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026.

First Look at Illinois Week 6 Opponent: Michigan State Spartans

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 6, 2026

Oct 3, 2026; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back Jaziun Patterson (4) is tackled while carrying the football during the fourth quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

How MSU's Jaziun Patterson Performed in Expanded Role

Nathan Berry

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Oct 6, 2026

Sep 19, 2026; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Alessio Milivojevic (11) prepares to snap the ball against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Why Lack of Offensive Explosiveness Is MSU's Biggest Problem

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 6, 2026

Oct 3, 2026; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Pat Fitzgerald reacts to a call during the second quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

3 Key Matchups To Watch During MSU's Next Game vs. Illinois

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 6, 2026

Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald walks onto the field for practice ahead of the Toledo game at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026.

Kickoff Time, Streaming Option Chosen for MSU's Game vs. Northwestern

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 5, 2026

Oct 3, 2026; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Michigan State Spartans' Chrishon McCray (13) rushes with the football between Wisconsin Badgers cornerbacks Jai'mier Scott (6) and Bryce West (5) after catching a pass during the first quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Michigan State Special Teams Summary: Week 5 Against Wisconsin

Nathan Berry

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Oct 5, 2026

Michigan State’s head coach Pat Fitzgerald, center, talks with Jaziun Patterson, left, and Marvis Parrish before the football game against Nebraska on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in East Lansing.

MSU Players Whose Roles Grew, Shrank in Loss at Wisconsin

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 5, 2026

Michigan State’s Carlos Medlock Jr. takes the stage during the Izzone Campout on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, at Munn Field in East Lansing.

How Each MSU Basketball Newcomer Fared in UIW Exhibition

Jacob Cotsonika

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Oct 5, 2026

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