Michigan State Football Faces Issue of Transferring Players

Michigan State coach Jonathan Smith is losing more players than he can add, which isn't a recipe for success.

Nov 28, 2023; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State s new head football coach, Jonathan / Dale Young-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State football is in a bit of a pickle lately. It is losing more players to the transfer portal than it is gaining.

Despite Smith and his crew proving themselves, it seems that the players just want out rather than staying to see what they can do.

Smith and his staff have been working hard to make things click on the field. They have been tweaking strategies and trying to get the team in shape, but it's as if some of the players have one foot out the door already. Instead of rolling up their sleeves and giving the new game plan a shot, they are hitting the transfer portal to go find another team.

The problem is that every player who walks out that door leaves a hole that is tough to fill. It's like a game of musical chairs, but with football players, and Michigan State always seems to be left standing when the music stops.

The Spartans are losing talent left and right, and it is putting them in a tight spot.

Part of the issue is that some players just can't wait for success. In today's world, everyone wants results right now, and if they are not getting them, they are quick to leave. Instead of sticking it out and trusting the process, they are looking for a shortcut to glory.

And it's not just the players' fault. The whole system is set up to make transferring easy. With rules that practically encourage players to jump ship whenever they feel like it, it's no wonder Michigan State is struggling to keep its team together.

To turn things around, Michigan State needs to step up its game. Smith and his crew have got to find a way to keep their players happy and motivated. They have got to recruit like their lives depend on it and make sure the players know they are valued. And most importantly, they have got to remind everyone that success doesn't happen overnight -- it takes hard work, patience and a whole lot of guts.

If they can do that, maybe they will finally start winning more than they are losing.

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