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Defense, Rebounding, Toughness: MSU’s identity shines in OT win over Illinois

The Spartans weren’t the hotter team against No. 5 Illinois, but they were the tougher one

02/08/26 By Tessa Cosco

Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Inside Jordan Scott’s assignment, Cam Ward’s rise, and a defining win for MSU

02/08/26 By Sydney Padgett

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

Jeremy Fears was backed, then challenged, and - in the end - trusted by his coach

02/08/26 By David Harns

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

The Spartans force overtime and outlast the Illini for a top five win that snaps a two-game losing streak.

02/08/26 By Kevin Knight

Football

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Michigan State hires Jake Chaney as assistant defensive line coach

Chaney was a standout linebacker for Wisconsin during his playing days. More here.

02/07/26 By Ryan O'Bleness

Pat Fitzgerald hires his former player, Al Netter, as MSU's senior offensive analyst and assistant OL coach

Netter - a four-year starter for Fitzgerald at Northwestern from 2008 through 2011 - most recently coached at Stanford

02/06/26 By Ryan O'Bleness

More Than a Signing Class: Fitzgerald outlines Michigan State’s new foundation

From staff moves to spring plans, MSU’s head coach emphasizes investment, trust, and toughness

02/04/26 By Luke Adams and Patrick Plunkett

Michigan State expected to hire John McNulty as quarterbacks coach

Following the abrupt departure of Mike Bajakian, MSU is expected to hire John McNulty as quarterbacks coach. More here.

02/04/26 By Ryan O'Bleness

Men's Basketball

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Defense, Rebounding, Toughness: MSU’s identity shines in OT win over Illinois

The Spartans weren’t the hotter team against No. 5 Illinois, but they were the tougher one

02/08/26 By Tessa Cosco

Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Inside Jordan Scott’s assignment, Cam Ward’s rise, and a defining win for MSU

02/08/26 By Sydney Padgett

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

Jeremy Fears was backed, then challenged, and - in the end - trusted by his coach

02/08/26 By David Harns

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

The Spartans force overtime and outlast the Illini for a top five win that snaps a two-game losing streak.

02/08/26 By Kevin Knight

Hockey

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Opportunity Delayed: No. 2 MSU loses 4-3 in OT to No. 1 Michigan

The Spartans lost a lead in the third period, eliminating the opportunity for a series sweep against the Wolverines

02/07/26 By Jeremy Dewar

HOCKEY PREVIEW: No. 2 Michigan State vs No. 1 Michigan

The Spartans and the Wolverines take to the ice as the number one and two teams in the Big Ten ... and in the country

02/06/26 By Spartans Illustrated Staff

Take It Outside: No. 2 Michigan State Hockey at No. 5 Penn State

The next two weekends for MSU Hockey will determine its chances to win a third straight B1G Championship

01/31/26 By Jeremy Dewar

Michigan State grinds out home sweep of Minnesota, keeps rolling in Big Ten play

No. 2 MSU completes its first regulation home sweep of the Gophers since 2019 and moves within one point of the Big Ten lead

01/25/26 By Spartans Illustrated Staff

Recruiting

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2026 Detroit Catholic Central RB Cedric Williams Jr. commits to Michigan State as PWO

Michigan State is adding a productive in-state running back to its roster. More on Williams.

02/04/26 By Ryan O'Bleness

2026 in-state DB Darelle Cochran commits to Michigan State as PWO

The Spartans add a preferred walk-on defensive back from Ferndale. More on Cochran here.

02/04/26 By Ryan O'Bleness

Michigan State adds East Grand Rapids offensive lineman Cole Bertke as PWO

Michigan State continues to add to its 2026 roster with preferred walk-ons. More on Bertke here.

02/04/26 By Ryan O'Bleness

Michigan State gets commitment from Detroit Catholic Central PWO DB Luca Genrich

MSU brings in Genrich as a preferred walk-on for the 2026 season. He helped lead the Shamrocks to a Division 1 state championship in 2025.

02/03/26 By Kyle E. Hiner and Ryan O'Bleness

Dr. Green and White

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After a disastrous night in Minneapolis, where do the Spartans stand in the Big Ten race and beyond?

While back-to-back losses in the heart of the Big Ten race were painful, MSU still has the potential to finish strong

02/06/26 By Paul Fanson (Dr. Green and White)

Following the loss to Michigan, the Spartans' path to a repeat has narrowed

Michigan State is now a longshot to repeat as Big Ten Champions, but a path to glory still exists as long as Izzo can right the ship quickly

02/02/26 By Paul Fanson (Dr. Green and White)

The Spartans and Wolverines survive, Purdue falls, and the Big Ten picture shifts once again

Michigan's win over Nebraska has forced a likely four-way tie at the top of the conference - find out which teams have the advantage and why

01/29/26 By Paul Fanson (Dr. Green and White)

Michigan State and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker

This is your one-stop shop for all the data that you never knew you needed to understand the Big Ten race and MSU's place in it.

02/05/26 By Paul Fanson (Dr. Green and White)

Film Room

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Film Room: Breaking down Nick Sheridan's offense

Some initial thoughts on what Sheridan's offense might bring to MSU

12/26/25 By Chase Glasser

Film Room: Boston College vs. Michigan State

The ins and outs of a critical, much needed win for the Spartans over the Eagles in double overtime.

09/09/25 By Chase Glasser

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Defense, Rebounding, Toughness: MSU’s identity shines in OT win over Illinois

Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

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Michigan State hires Jake Chaney as assistant defensive line coach

Pat Fitzgerald hires his former player, Al Netter, as MSU's senior offensive analyst and assistant OL coach

More Than a Signing Class: Fitzgerald outlines Michigan State’s new foundation

Michigan State expected to hire John McNulty as quarterbacks coach

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Men's Basketball

Defense, Rebounding, Toughness: MSU’s identity shines in OT win over Illinois

Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

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Hockey

Opportunity Delayed: No. 2 MSU loses 4-3 in OT to No. 1 Michigan

HOCKEY PREVIEW: No. 2 Michigan State vs No. 1 Michigan

Take It Outside: No. 2 Michigan State Hockey at No. 5 Penn State

Michigan State grinds out home sweep of Minnesota, keeps rolling in Big Ten play

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Recruiting

2026 Detroit Catholic Central RB Cedric Williams Jr. commits to Michigan State as PWO

2026 in-state DB Darelle Cochran commits to Michigan State as PWO

Michigan State adds East Grand Rapids offensive lineman Cole Bertke as PWO

Michigan State gets commitment from Detroit Catholic Central PWO DB Luca Genrich

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Dr. Green and White

After a disastrous night in Minneapolis, where do the Spartans stand in the Big Ten race and beyond?

Following the loss to Michigan, the Spartans' path to a repeat has narrowed

The Spartans and Wolverines survive, Purdue falls, and the Big Ten picture shifts once again

Michigan State and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker

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Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

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Defense, Rebounding, Toughness: MSU’s identity shines in OT win over Illinois

Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

Read More Articles From Spartans Illustrated

Football

Michigan State hires Jake Chaney as assistant defensive line coach

Pat Fitzgerald hires his former player, Al Netter, as MSU's senior offensive analyst and assistant OL coach

More Than a Signing Class: Fitzgerald outlines Michigan State’s new foundation

Michigan State expected to hire John McNulty as quarterbacks coach

Read More Articles From Spartans Illustrated

Men's Basketball

Defense, Rebounding, Toughness: MSU’s identity shines in OT win over Illinois

Michigan State put the Illinois game in its freshmen's hands – and it worked

Behind the Scenes: How and why Tom Izzo refused to take Dusty May’s bait during a week of manufactured drama

No. 10 Michigan State wins it 85-82 in overtime over No. 5 Illinois

Read More Articles From Spartans Illustrated

Hockey

Opportunity Delayed: No. 2 MSU loses 4-3 in OT to No. 1 Michigan

HOCKEY PREVIEW: No. 2 Michigan State vs No. 1 Michigan

Take It Outside: No. 2 Michigan State Hockey at No. 5 Penn State

Michigan State grinds out home sweep of Minnesota, keeps rolling in Big Ten play

Read More Articles From Spartans Illustrated

Recruiting

2026 Detroit Catholic Central RB Cedric Williams Jr. commits to Michigan State as PWO

2026 in-state DB Darelle Cochran commits to Michigan State as PWO

Michigan State adds East Grand Rapids offensive lineman Cole Bertke as PWO

Michigan State gets commitment from Detroit Catholic Central PWO DB Luca Genrich

Read More Articles From Spartans Illustrated

Dr. Green and White

After a disastrous night in Minneapolis, where do the Spartans stand in the Big Ten race and beyond?

Following the loss to Michigan, the Spartans' path to a repeat has narrowed

The Spartans and Wolverines survive, Purdue falls, and the Big Ten picture shifts once again

Michigan State and Big Ten Basketball Odds and Stats Tracker

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