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MSU Extends Offer To No. 1 Player in Iowa

Michigan State isn't looking too far from home in pursuit of this tight end.

Jordon Lawrenz

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith runs onto the field with the team before the gam against Michigan Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith runs onto the field with the team before the gam against Michigan Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. / Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
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While he lists himself as a wide receiver in his social media bio, Michigan State knows how much potential there is in this four-star tight end. Landon Blum, the No. 1 player in Iowa, recently received an offer from the Spartans.

Head coach Jonathan Smith knows the Spartans' offense is one of many areas that need improvement. If anything, the team has to start somewhere. While Blum is a Class of 2027 recruit, he's still a key name to keep an eye on moving forward.

MSU's Latest Offer to Landon Blum

When it comes to college sports, there are no days off. Between the unforgiving transfer portal and nonstop recruiting battles, MSU is the latest team to extend an offer to Blum. The 6'5'' 205-pound tight end was recently recognized by MaxPreps as one of the best in the nation, just days after National Tight Ends Day.

Nick Pecoraro wrote Blum's recruiting outlook, which includes, "10 FBS offers, including Illinois, Iowa, Iowa State, Kansas State, Northwestern."

His "season at a glance" section featured great insight as to how talented Blum truly is, "Has the ability to get over the top of defenses and has helped the Tigers to a 7-0 record. Blum has 33 receptions for 649 yards and 16 touchdowns."

16 touchdowns on 33 receptions is mind-blowing. Blum's talent is undeniable, and it's no secret why he's the top-ranked player in the state of Iowa. MSU may have extended an offer, but competing with the Hawkeyes and Cyclones will be no easy task.

Blum's Recruiting Process Continues

Blum, who's averaged 19.7 yards per catch, is one of the premier tight ends to look out for in the Class of 2027. Just because he's the best in Iowa doesn't mean he's the best in the nation, though 247Sports places him as the No. 13 tight end. All things considered, that's quite impressive.

He's among the Top 250 players in the nation as he looks to continue to build on the four-star ranking he's earned throughout his high school journey. The Spartans' offer is the second he's received this month. On October 1, Northwestern threw one his way.

For what it's worth, the Cyclones and Hawkeyes have had their eye on Blum since 2024. The Wildcats have as well as all three teams threw an offer his way in April or June of last year. MSU is a team looking to emerge late in his pursuit, but Smith and company are going to have to work overtime if they want to land his commitment.

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Jordon Lawrenz
JORDON LAWRENZ

Jordon Lawrenz serves as the Eastern United States College Recruiting beat writer On SI. Jordon is an accomplished writer covering the NFL, MLB, and college football/basketball. He has contributed to PFSN’s and Heavy’s NFL coverage. Having graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay with a Sports Communication and Journalism degree, Jordon fully embraced the sports writing lifestyle upon his relocation to Florida.