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Michigan State's head coach Pat Fitzgerald looks on during the football Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

MSU's 3 Biggest Games on Upcoming 2026 Schedule

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Michigan State's Kenny Soares Jr. prepares for a play during the football Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

What Kenny Soares Jr. Provides MSU Out of Transfer Portal

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Michigan State's head coach Pat Fitzgerald, left, slaps hands with NiJhay Burt during spring football practice on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in East Lansing.

How Fitzgerald Can Rebuild Michigan State's Identity

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Michigan State defensive coordinator Joe Rossi looks on during the first quarter in the game against Penn State on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

5 Impactful Incoming Transfers on MSU's Defense

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April 18, 2026; East Lansing, Mich.; Michigan State Spartans cornerbacks coach Hank Poteat observes drills during MSU's "Spring Showcase" at Spartan Stadium.

MSU Schedules Visits With Two Under-the-Radar Georgia Corners

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May 12, 2026

Michigan State's Derrick Simmons, top, stops Cam Fancher during the football Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Why Derrick Simmons Could Be Pass Rusher MSU Desperately Needs

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May 12, 2026

Michigan State's head coach Pat Fitzgerald calls out to players during spring football practice on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in East Lansing.

Top Michigan State Football Target Down to Six Schools

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May 12, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Alessio Milivojevic (11) celebrates a touchdown against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half at Huntington Bank Stadium.

Grading MSU's Offensive Position Groups Following Spring Ball

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May 12, 2026

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood is slotted in as the Wolverines’ starter.

Projecting Every Big Ten Starting Quarterback Ahead of the 2026 College Football Season

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May 12, 2026

Sep 7, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; A detailed view of Michigan State Spartans helmet on the field before the game against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium.

Why Adding Wright Jr. Solidifies MSU's Future at O-Line

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May 11, 2026

Sep 14, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Jaziun Patterson (9) runs for a 39 yard touchdown against the Troy Trojans during the fourth quarter at Kinnick Stadium.

What Jaziun Patterson Brings to MSU's Backfield

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May 11, 2026

Michigan State's head coach Pat Fitzgerald addresses the team at the end of the football Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Michigan State Offers 2027 Wide Receiver From Texas

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May 11, 2026

Michigan state head coach Adam Nightingale walks off the ice after 5-1 win over Michigan at Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.

5 Big Incoming Pieces for Michigan State Hockey

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May 11, 2026

Michigan State University Athletic Director J Batt, right, speaks on stage with MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz during a panel discussion hosted by the Lansing Economic Club on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing.

MSU's J Batt Eyeing Several Spartan Stadium Transformations

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May 11, 2026

Michigan State's new football coach Pat Fitzgerald pats his heart at the crowd in attendance for the Spartans basketball game against Iowa on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

3 Things Fitzgerald Must Establish in Year One at MSU

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May 11, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish wide receiver Kk Smith (11) celebrates scoring against the NC State Wolfpack during the second half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Why KK Smith Must Establish Key Role With MSU Offense

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May 10, 2026

Michigan State's Anelu Lafaele celebrates after forcing a fumble against Western Michigan during the first quarter on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, in East Lansing.

3 Underrated Retentions for MSU This Offseason

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May 10, 2026

Michigan State's Athletic Director J Batt, center, talks with former football coach Mark Dantonio before the football game against Western Michigan on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, in East Lansing.

Why Cincinnati, OK State Make Sense as H&H Opponents for MSU

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May 10, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning walks on the field after the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Oregon Football Schedule Update Sets Up Potential Trap Game

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May 10, 2026

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