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Michigan State athletic director J Batt speaks at his introductory press conference.

What Grade Michigan State’s Hire of Pat Fitzgerald Gets

Luke Joseph
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Dec 3, 2025
Michigan State's new football coach Pat Fitzgerald addresses the crowd during a timeout in the first half of the Spartans basketball game against Iowa on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

Early Signing Day Tracker: Every Player Coming to MSU in 2026

Jacob Cotsonika
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Dec 5, 2025
Michigan State's new football coach Pat Fitzgerald, right,, talks during his introductory press conference on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at the Tom Izzo Football Building in East Lansing. At left, MSU Athletic Director J Batt and MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz, center, look on.

Pat Fitzgerald Hire Earns Praise from Spartan Legend Magic Johnson

Carter Landis
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Dec 3, 2025
St. Xavier Bombers wide receiver Alex Walker (9) tackles Middletown Middies player Jordan Vann (4) in the first quarter of the OHSAA State Semi-Final football game at Welcome Stadium in Dayton on Nov. 28, 2025.

Three-Star Safety Chooses Louisville After MSU Decommit

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Dec 3, 2025
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Michigan State Spartans head coach Pat Fitzgerald, center, poses with a namesake jersey next to MSU president Kevin Guskiewicz, left, and athletic director J Batt, right, during Fitzgerald's introductory press conference on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025.

3 Observations from Fitzgerald's First Press Conference at MSU

Jacob Cotsonika
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Dec 2, 2025

Former LSU head coach Brian Kelly has the most lucrative buyout of the 2025 coaching cycle.

Ranking College Football's Biggest Buyouts From a Historic 2025 Coaching Cycle

Mike McDaniel
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Dec 2, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh (6) runs after catching the ball in the fourth quarter against the UCLA Bruins at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

Breaking Down MSU's WR Room Without Nick Marsh

Carter Landis
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Dec 2, 2025

Michigan State Athletic Director J Batt, middle, and wife Leah share a laugh with MSU basketball coach Tom Izzo, right, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, before Batt was introduced as the Spartan’s new athletic director.

MSU Announces $1 Billion Financial Campaign, Stadium Renovations

Jacob Cotsonika
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Dec 2, 2025

November 17, 2012; East Lansing, MI, USA; Northwestern Wildcats head coach Pat Fitzgerald talks to his team after the game at Spartan Stadium against the Michigan State Spartans.     Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-Imagn Images

Why Former Players are Loving Fitzgerald Hire for MSU

Carter Landis
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Dec 2, 2025
Oct 22, 2022; College Park, Maryland, USA; Northwestern Wildcats head coach Pat Fitzgerald talks with quarterback Brendan Sullivan (10) against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

How Recruits are Reacting to Michigan State's Coaching Change

Jacob Cotsonika
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Dec 2, 2025

Pat Fitzgerald settled his lawsuit with Northwestern earlier this year, signaling his intention to return to the sidelines.

Grading Pat Fitzgerald to Michigan State: Big Name Immediately Raises Spartans’ Floor

Bryan Fischer
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Dec 1, 2025

Kentucky fired head coach Mark Stoops late in the cycle as six SEC jobs came open this season.

Forde-Yard Dash: SEC’s Messy Coaching Makeover Hits Overdrive

Pat Forde
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Dec 1, 2025

Michigan defensive back Zeke Berry (10) tackles Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh (6) during the first half at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Top Michigan State WR Announces Entry into Transfer Portal

Jacob Cotsonika
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Dec 1, 2025

Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Omari Kelly celebrates a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins at Ford Field on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. It was Kelly's final collegiate game.

Grade Revealed for Michigan State’s New Head Coach Hire

Luke Joseph
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Dec 1, 2025

Michigan State's Aidan Chiles, right, and Nick Marsh walk to the locker room at halftime in the game against Penn State during the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

What Smith Firing Means for Current MSU Players

Carter Landis
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Dec 1, 2025

Michigan State's Athletic Director J Batt, center, talks with former football coach Mark Dantonio before the football game against Western Michigan on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, in East Lansing.

Analyzing MSU's J Batt's Quiet Movement in Hiring Fitzgerald

Jacob Cotsonika
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Dec 1, 2025

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the second quarter in the game against Michigan on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Breaking Down Why Jonathan Smith Didn't Work Out for MSU

Carter Landis
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Dec 1, 2025

Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald reacts to a play against Michigan State during the first half at Spartan Stadium, Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

Pat Fitzgerald

The Pros and Cons of MSU Hiring Pat Fitzgerald

Carter Landis
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Dec 1, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos running back Micah Welch (29) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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