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Carter Landis

Carter Landis

Joined: Aug 1, 2024

Sep 28, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) hurdles over Michigan State Spartans defensive back Justin Denson Jr. (12) in the second half at Spartan Stadium on Saturday.
Football

Is MSU's Young Secondary Ready to Step Up in 2025?

The Michigan State Spartans have several young defensive backs who could be ready to contribute to winning next season.

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Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images
Football

Smith's Young Spartans Should See More Action in 2025

Some of the players Michigan State Spartans coach Jonathan Smith brought from Oregon State could be bigger contributors next season.

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Michigan State's Jalen Thompson, right, tackles Rutgers' Kyle Monangai during the first quarter on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

MSU DE Jalen Thompson Could Have Breakout Year Next Season

Michigan State Spartans defensive end Jalen Thompson could be on the verge of putting it all together.

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Michigan State's Jaden Akins celebrates after a Nebraska turnover during the second half on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.
Basketball

Akins Has Had Strong Senior Season for Michigan State

The Michigan State Spartans have needed a strong senior season out of Jaden Akins. He has delivered so far.

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Sep 7, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; *Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Nick Marsh (6) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Football

Nick Marsh Showed Stardom For MSU Early On

It did not take long for Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh to showcase his talents.

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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

What are the Most Important Positions MSU Must Address in Portal?

The Michigan State Spartans have work to do in this transfer portal window.

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Michigan State's Coen Carr shoots a free throw against Nebraska during the first half on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.
Basketball

Does Michigan State Have Any NBA Prospects?

The Michigan State Spartans have a few players who could play at the next level.

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Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images
Football

MSU Focusing on Improving Offense Through Portal

The Michigan State Spartans have already been active on the offensive side of the ball this offseason.

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Dec 4, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) celebrates his three-point basket against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU Hoops Has a Different Energy, Thanks to Its PG

The Michigan State Spartans look much better this season, and Jeremy Fears Jr. may be a major reason for that.

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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

Chiles' Late-Season Growth Should Encourage MSU

Michigan State Spartans quarterback Aidan Chiles showed flashes of excellence at the end of a disappointing season.

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Oct 19, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Jay Higgins (34) tackles Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Jaron Glover (4) after a first down catch in the first quarter at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images
Football

MSU's Portal Entries Highlight Immediate Need Key Position Group

The Michigan State Spartans have lost three wide receivers to the transfer portal. They must recoup those losses quickly.

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Dec 4, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Xavier Booker (34) celebrates his three-point basket against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU's Depth Should Help in Quest for Big Ten

The Michigan State Spartans have an advantage over their conference opponents.

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