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Sep 7, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA;
Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith walks down the sidelines during the first quarter against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

EXCLUSIVE: Top MSU Football Commit Gives Insight to Staff's Values

Three-star offensive lineman Drew Nichols was a key addition to the Michigan State Spartans' 2025 recruiting class. In this exclusive, Nichols discussing the advice his future Spartans coach gave him ...

Sep 7, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA;
Michigan State Spartans head coach Jonathan Smith walks down the sidelines during the first quarter against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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EXCLUSIVE: Top MSU Football Commit Gives Insight to Staff's Values

Three-star offensive lineman Drew Nichols was a key addition to the Michigan State Spartans' 2025 recruiting class. In this exclusive, Nichols discussing the advice his future Spartans coach gave him ...

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Michigan State's Maverick Hansen, right, works with defensive line coach Legi Suiaunoa during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Priority Elite Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Target Evaluated

2026 edge rusher Simote Katoanga isn't just one of the best at his position, but one of the best prospects in the entire class. The Michigan State Spartans are recruiting him as a priority, and he was just evaluated by a top expert...

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during team warm ups before the game against Florida Atlantic on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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EXCLUSIVE: How Elite MSU Football Legacy Target Will Compare Spartans to Rival Wolverines

Four-star offensive tackle Gregory Patrick is a top priority for the Michigan State Spartans. He visited in Week 1 and will go to Ann Arbor for Week 2. How will he compare the rivals?

Michigan State coach Jonathan Smith speaks at Big Ten Football Media Days in July.

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Jonathan Smith, MSU Football in Play For Unique Rising Prospect

Chaz Coleman has been a class of 2025 riser as a two-player. The Michigan State Spartans are in play to potentially land the prospect.

Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo smiles while speaking to reporters during basketball media day Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Hitting Trail Hard, Visited Elite Recruits

Jalen Haralson and Darius Adams are both elite 2025 basketball targets who play for La Lumiere High School in Indiana. Michigan State's Tom Izzo made a stop to see them...

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the fourth quarter in the game against Florida Atlantic on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Michigan State Hosted 2026 In-State 3-Star Running Back at Season Opener

Michigan State remains a constant presence on the in-state recruiting trail. Coach Jonathan Smith and the Spartans recently hosted in-state running back Izaiah Wright.

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo arrives before NCAA tournament West Region first round against Mississippi State at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

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Great News For Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball on the Recruiting Trail

Five-star forward Dwayne Aristode visited Michigan State this past weekend. He has quickly become a priority for Tom Izzo. Aristode recently shared some great news...

Basketball coach Tom Izzo looks on from the sidelines before Michigan State's football game against Youngstown State on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in East Lansing.

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Elite Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Target Was in Attendance For Football Home Opener

Tom Izzo has been recruiting five-star forward Dwayne Aristode hard, hoping to land the blue-chip talent. Aristode was recently in attendance for Michigan State football's home opener...

Michigan State assistant head coach Keith Bhonapha looks on during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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EXCLUSIVE: MSU Football Commit Ushers in Senior Season With Eye-Opening Performance

Michigan State Spartans commit Bryson Williams is a jack-of-all-trades player -- and person. In this exclusive, Williams describes in detail his standout season opener.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith communicates with staff on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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EXCLUSIVE: Priority MSU Football In-State OL Target Recaps Gameday Visit

2027 offensive line target William Tobin was in attendance for Michigan State's home opener. In this exclusive, Tobin recounts his gameday visit, which he called phenomenal.

East Lansing's Jace Clarizio is congratulated by teammate Ethan Shipley, right, during the fourth quarter in the game against Grand Ledge on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, at Grand Ledge High School.

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EXCLUSIVE: Elite MSU Football Commit Recaps Big Season Opener

2025 running back Jace Clarizio is one of the big names of Michigan State's recruiting class. In this exclusive, Clarizio recaps his senior season debut.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith touches the foot of the Sparty statue before the game against Florida Atlantic on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, outside Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Offer Elite West Coast Prospect

The Michigan State Spartans are looking to maintain Jonathan Smith's West Coast connections. They just offered an elite tight end recruit in Israel Briggs.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the second quarter in the game against Florida Atlantic on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Offer One of Midwest's Best Recruits

The Michigan State Spartans are trying to plant their footprint in the Midwest. They just offered an elite 2026 defensive lineman JJ Finch.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith communicates with staff on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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EXLUSIVE: Elite Jonathan Smith, MSU Football RB Target Recounts Gameday Visit

Michigan State Spartans running backs coach Keith Bhonapha has been working hard to secure top running back talent. In this exclusive, top 2026 in-state running back Izaiah Wright recaps his visit during the Spartans' home opener.

Birmingham Groves running back Noah Sanders runs for a touchdown against West Bloomfield during second half action Thursday, August 31, 2023.

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EXCLUSIVE: MSU Football Target with NFL Heritage Breaks Down Senior Opener

Michigan State offered Birmingham Groves running back Noah Sanders earlier this summer. In this exclusive, Sanders recounts his playmaking ability in his senior season opener.

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EXCLUSIVE: Top MSU Football Commit Had Eye-Opening Season Debut

Leo Hannan was Michigan State's first commit of the 2025 recruiting cycle. He played the first game of his senior season at Servite High School last week. His performance was dominant.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Which MSU Football Targets Made List of State's Top Players?

Michigan State's Jonathan Smith has landed some of the state's top talent. Which notable targets made a recent list of the best players in Michigan?

Michigan State's defensive line coach Legi Suiaunoa works with players during the first day of football camp on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in East Lansing.

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Michigan State Offers Scholarship to 2026 3-Star Defensive Lineman

Michigan State's coaching staff has plans of building the team's defense by first building a solid defensive line. Coach Jonathan Smith has offered a scholarship to three-star DE Landon Bland.

East Lansing's Jace Clarizio runs the ball during the opening day of high school football practice, Monday, Aug. 12, 2024, at East Lansing High School.

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Six Spartans Football Commits Earn Top Recognition

Michigan State is making its home a recruiting priority. The Spartans want the best the state has to offer, and a recent list of Michigan's top players validates that thinking.

Michigan State players warm up during the first day of football camp on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in East Lansing.

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2026 Michigan State Recruiting Target to Visit East Lansing For Season Opener

Coach Jonathan Smith continues to plan for the future. Talented 2026 in-state athlete, Jack Lansing III is set to visit Michigan State for its season opener against Florida Atlantic.

Michigan State defensive players huddle around the ball during the first day of football camp on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in East Lansing.

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2025 Michigan State Recruiting Target's Ranking Recently Increased

Coach Jonathan Smith has taken a logical approach to the recruiting process. One of Michigan State's recruiting targets recently received a bump in their recruiting ranking.

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How Home Opener Will Be Recruiting Tool For Spartans' Jonathan Smith

Michigan State will host numerous recruiting targets of varying repute and interest at Friday's home opener against Florida Atlantic. How will head coach Jonathan Smith and his staff use it as a tool?

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith talks with the team during camp on Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, at the indoor practice facility in East Lansing.

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Hey Hondo, Answering Your Michigan State Football Emails & Quetsions

Longtime Michigan State Football beat writer Hondo S. Carpenter, Sr., answers your Spartan Athletics emails and questions.

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

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Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Offers Top 25 Target

Elijah Golden is one of the best football players in the country, regardless of class standing. The Michigan State Spartans are aiming high and targeting the 2026 five-star...