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Jan 13, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA;  Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood, left, shakes hands with Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo before the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Ranking MSU's Top Five Toughest Big Ten Opponents Next Season

The Michigan State Spartans have another gauntlet schedule in the Big Ten. Several teams massively improved and the Spartans will have tough tests all throughout the conference season.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Jan 13, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA;  Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood, left, shakes hands with Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo before the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images
Basketball

Ranking MSU's Top Five Toughest Big Ten Opponents Next Season

The Michigan State Spartans have another gauntlet schedule in the Big Ten. Several teams massively improved and the Spartans will have tough tests all throughout the conference season.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Mar 1, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA;  Nebraska Cornhuskers football coach Matt Rhule watches the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the first half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images
Football

Early Look at MSU's 2025 Opponents: Nebraska

Michigan State will face Nebraska for the first time since 2023.

Aidan Champion
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Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith watches a play against Michigan during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024.
MSU Recruiting

BREAKING: Michigan State Flips Four-Star WR

To continue the trend of red-hot recruiting, the Michigan State Spartans have successfully flipped a four-star wide receiver to commit to their program.

Greg Liodice
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Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) drives against the Houston Rockets in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU Alum Mat Ishbia Takes Heat for Kevin Durant Trade

Michigan State alum and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia received even more criticism from fans for what the Suns got in return for trading superstar Kevin Durant.

Aidan Champion
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Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles, left, talks with Nick Marsh during a break in football practice on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in East Lansing.
Football

Ranking Big Ten's Top Five QB-WR Duos

We take a look around the Big Ten and see where the Michigan State Spartans' quarterback and wide receiver duo stacks up amongst the rest of the conference.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Brody McNeel (2027) offensive lineman
MSU Recruiting

EXCLUSIVE: '27 OL Talks Michigan State Offer, More

Brody McNeel breaks down his Michigan State offer and more with Michigan State Spartans On SI.

Caleb Sisk
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Michigan State's Sam Leavitt looks to throw against Michigan during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

ASU Coach Opens Up on Landing Former Spartan QB Sam Leavitt

Former Michigan State quarterback Sam Leavitt enters his second season with Arizona State and is anticipated to be one of the best quarterbacks in college football.

Aidan Champion
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Football

Podcast: Potential Surprise Wins for MSU Football

On this episode of the Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast, our Aidan Champion looks at four games the Spartans could win unexpectedly next season.

Aidan Champion
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Michigan State's Aidan Chiles looks on from the sideline during the fourth quarter in the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

History of Michigan State's 2025 Non-Conference Opponents

The Michigan State Spartans, armed with heavy expectations, will look to set the tone for the 2025 season with the three non-conference opponents at the start of their schedule.

Greg Liodice
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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) throws at warm up before the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
U of M

Could MSU's Bitter Rival Bench Freshman QB This Year?

If Michigan State's bitter rival freshman quarterback struggles early this season, he may not last the entire year as the Wolverines' No. 1 starter.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Michigan State's Nick Marsh, right, breaks a tackle attempt by Iowa's John Nestor during the third quarter on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

MSU's Best All-Big Ten Candidates

Which Michigan State Spartans could find themselves on an All-Big Ten list in 2025?

Carter Landis
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Basketball

Who is the Last Spartan to Average Over 20 Points?

Michigan State basketball has had its fair share of legends come through the program over the years, but one man stands above the rest as the last Spartan to average 20 or more points in a season. Who is it?

Tom Cavanaugh
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Apr 9, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Boston Celtics forward Xavier Tillman (26) passes the ball in front of Orlando Magic guard Caleb Houstan (2) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
Basketball

Former Spartan Must Shine as Contract Year Approaches

Former Michigan State forward Xavier Tillman is entering a contract year with the Boston Celtics. He must have a strong season to earn a future contract.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Mar 28, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jase Richardson (11) in the second half of a South Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Mississippi Rebels at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU's Richardson Could Provide Impact for Defending NBA Champion

Michigan State's soon-to-be drafted star Jase Richardson has been theorized to join one of the league's top teams and the defending NBA champs.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Feb 1, 2025; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Divine Ugochukwu (99) dribbles the basketball against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the second half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Basketball

How Involved Will Spartans' Backup Transfer PG Be This Year?

Michigan State transfer point guard Divine Ugochukwu is the likely backup point guard for the upcoming season. What is the expected involvement level for the sophomore floor general under Tom Izzo?

Tom Cavanaugh
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Michigan State's Darius Snow, right, tackles Iowa's Kaden Wetjen in the first quarter on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

MSU Requires Strong Showing from LB Corps this Season

The Michigan State Spartans lost their top two tackles from last season, both linebackers. They will need a strong showing in that position group to be successful this year.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Jan 1, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Michigan State Spartans cornerback Trae Waynes (15) during the game against the Baylor Bears in the 2015 Cotton Bowl Classic at AT&T Stadium. The Spartans defeated the Bears 42-41. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Football

What Happened to Former Spartan Star CB Trae Waynes?

Former Michigan State star cornerback Trae Waynes was one of the best defenders to come through the program. What is he doing now following the conclusion of his NFL career?

Tom Cavanaugh
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Michigan State's Nikai Martinez celebrates after a defensive stop against Purdue during the second quarter on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

3 Important Spartans for Upcoming Football Season

Michigan State football looks to improve upon its 2024 season, but these three players will play a key part in the upcoming season's potential success.

Greg Liodice
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Kayd Coffman on his Michigan State Spartans Junior day visit
MSU Recruiting

What Kayd Coffman's OV Means For Michigan State

What does this official visit do for Michigan State's 2026 quarterback commit Kayd Coffman?

Caleb Sisk
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MSU hockey coach Adam Nightingale coaches his Spartans against U-M, Saturday, March 23, 2024, during the first period of the Big Ten hockey championship at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.
Hockey

McKenna is Final Piece to Spartans' National Title Hopes

The Michigan State Spartans could complete the ultimate superteam if they gain a valued commitment from one of the top prospects in the 2025 class.

Tom Cavanaugh
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Basketball

Where MSU's Jase Richardson Ranks on 'NBA Draft Big Board'

Michigan State's Jase Richardson has been mocked all over the first round, but with all team fits aside, where does he rank among prospects purely as a player?

Aidan Champion
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Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on from the sideline during the third quarter in the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

Podcast: Which MSU Football Transfer Will Have the Biggest Impact?

On this episode of the Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast, our Aidan Champion identifies which Spartan transfer will have the most significant impact on Michigan State's football team.

Aidan Champion
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MSU Recruiting

Can MSU's Hawkins Land Four-Star WR?

Four-star wide receiver Tyren Wortham is on a visit to Michigan State. Can wide receivers coach Courtney Hawkins work his magic?

Carter Landis
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Spartan Players' Early Ratings Revealed for Upcoming Video Game

Pre-ratings for players in EA College Football 26. Let's take a look at what some Michigan State Spartans have been rated.

Aidan Champion
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Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Texas A&M Aggies in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Football

Early Look at MSU's 2025 Opponents: USC

Michigan State will head to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for a Week 4 showdown with USC.

Aidan Champion
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