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Tom Cavanaugh

Tom Cavanaugh

Joined: Sep 16, 2024

Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Nick Marsh hauls in a pass under coverage from Oregon Ducks defensive back Jabbar Muhammad as the Ducks host the Spartans Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore.
Football

Spartans Battle-Tested For Next Two Games

The Michigan State Spartans have lost back-to-back games against two of the top six teams in the country. The Spartans have faced the toughest part of their schedule and will be primed for success in the coming weeks.

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An emotional Tom Izzo, right, hugs his son Steven after learning that his college number is being retired during the Michigan State Madness event on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.
Basketball

Spartans' Izzo Honored By Alma Mater

Michigan State men's basketball coach Tom Izzo was given a surprise announcement from a longtime friend on Friday night at "MSU Madness."

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Oct 4, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive back Charles Brantley (0), defensive back Malik Spencer (43), and defensive back Justin Denson Jr. (12) tackle Oregon Ducks running back Jordan James (20) during the first half at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
Football

Spartans' Brantley After Loss to Oregon: 'I Believe in This Team'

The Michigan State Spartans were beaten for the third straight game in a brutal road loss to the No. 6-ranked Oregon Ducks on Friday night. Spartans cornerback Charles Brantley spoke confidently after defeat.

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Oct 4, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Aidan Chiles (2) throws a pass during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
Football

Spartans' Strengths, Weaknesses in Loss to Oregon

The Michigan State Spartans were outmatched in many aspects while showing life in others through their Big Ten road matchup against the No. 6-ranked Oregon Ducks. Here are the strengths and weaknesses from Friday night's loss.

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel (8) looks for an opening during the second half of the annual rivalry game against the Oregon State Beavers on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Ore.
Football

Spartans Must Limit Heisman Hopeful QB

The Michigan State Spartans will go up against the most seasoned and skilled quarterback so far this season when they face Oregon's Dillon Gabriel on Friday night. What does the Spartan defense need to do to keep him quiet for four quarters?

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Michigan State's Malik Spencer, left, celebrates a stop with Charles Brantley during the first quarter in the game against Ohio State on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

Michigan State vs. Oregon; Final Predictions

The Michigan State Spartans are seeking an immaculate upset this weekend over the No. 6-ranked Oregon Ducks on the road. Here are the final predictions for Friday night.

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Michigan State's wide receivers coach Courtney Hawkins looks on during the first day of football camp on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in East Lansing.
MSU Recruiting

Michigan State Offers 2027 ATH From Cleveland

The Michigan State Spartans continue to recruit from the local region as they extend an offer to a 2027 dual-threat athlete from Cleveland, Ohio.

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Sep 14, 2024; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks toward the scoreboard during the second half against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images
Football

Oregon Coach Credits Spartan QB Aidan Chiles

The Michigan State Spartans head west to face the No. 6-ranked Oregon Ducks on Friday night. Ducks coach Dan Lanning previewed the matchup while noting the threat Aidan Chiles poses to his defense.

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Michigan State's Gehrig Normand looks on wearing a protective boot on his right foot before the game against Oakland on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.
Basketball

Spartan Basketball G Experiences Another Setback

Michigan State basketball guard Gehrig Normand has suffered another injury after having to redshirt his first year with the program.

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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

MSU Hockey Will Have to Adjust to New NCAA Rule Changes

The Michigan State Spartans hockey program will be introduced to new NCAA rule changes that were announced on Tuesday afternoon.

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Football

Spartans' Necessary Adjustments for Oregon

The Michigan State Spartans did not show a level of play to compete with Ohio State last weekend, they will have to make several adjustments to compete with another top-ten team this coming Friday night.

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Football

Spartans' Jonathan Smith Ready for Familiar Foe

The Michigan State Spartans hit the road for its third Big Ten contest, facing the No.6-ranked Oregon Ducks on Friday night. Coach Jonathan Smith broke down his familiarity and the long history between him and the entire state of Oregon.

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