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Beginning September 1st: A new chapter for Spartans Illustrated An independent site will allow us to build the Spartan community the way you want it built - with insider access and tremendous analysis.

At Spartans Illustrated, we're excited to announce that, beginning Monday September 1st, we're stepping out on our own. Here's what the future looks like, as we work to earn your continued support:
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3-2-1 Preview: 3 things we want to see, 2 key stats, 1 best bet vs. WMU MSU football breakdown includes run game analysis, front seven expectations, and Aidan Chiles’ performance.

What should Spartan fans look for Friday night? We’ve got 3 must-see goals, 2 key numbers, and 1 best bet for MSU vs WMU. Via Matt Sheehan:
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Five Captains for 2025 Michigan State Football: Chiles, Hall, Edwards, Dunnigan, and Gulbin MSU football announces its five team captains for the 2025 season. Each brings experience, leadership, and impact on and off the field.

Five captains for 2025:
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Building the Foundation: Inside Chad Wilt’s Relentless Drive at Michigan State Chad Wilt balances family and football as he builds MSU’s defense and special teams, shaping young men with precision, passion, and purpose.

Chad Wilt is reshaping Michigan State’s defense with grit, discipline, and relentless teaching. From building a pass rush to instilling consistency, he’s laying the foundation for a tougher, smarter Spartan unit:
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Keith Bhonapha brings passion, urgency, and high standards to Spartan running back room Michigan State RB coach Keith Bhonapha brings passion, urgency, and high standards to a young but talented position group, emphasizing development, discipline, and leadership heading into the 2025 sea...

MSU running backs coach Keith Bhonapha sees more than inexperience in the running back room, he sees opportunity. His focus is on building toughness, execution, and a no-excuses mindset that will be tested in Big Ten play:
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"Earn Your Voice": Michigan State’s Luka Vincic’s Cross-Country Comeback Former Oregon State lineman Luka Vincic transfers to Michigan State in search of accountability, growth, and a bigger role. Inside his journey, mindset, and impact on the Spartans' offensive line.

“I wanted to be pushed ... I had more in me.”

Luka Vincic followed Jonathan Smith to MSU to be pushed. The offensive lineman is battling for a starting job, setting a tone in fall camp, and doing what it takes to "earn his voice" at MSU.

Full story:
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Rooted in Detroit, Rising in East Lansing: Jalen Thompson’s journey of purpose, leadership, and growth Michigan State DE Jalen Thompson reflects on his journey from Detroit to East Lansing, highlighting his community work, leadership growth, and goals for the upcoming season.

From the streets of Detroit to the turf of Spartan Stadium, Jalen Thompson’s journey is defined not just by stats or plays, but by leadership, reflection, and a desire to make a difference:
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Michigan State secures commitment from coveted 2026 three-star EDGE Chris Addison Michigan State's strong summer continues into July, as the Spartans get a commitment from 2026 three-star EDGE Chris Addison

BREAKING: Michigan State earns a commitment from priority three-star EDGE Chris Addison (@ChrisAddison26).

He chose the Spartans over fellow finalists Arizona State, Florida State, Tulane and UCLA.

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How is it going now?

We're excited to announce that Spartans Illustrated is moving from Rivals to On3. Here's what that means for you:
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Michigan State continues it's sizzling Father's Day weekend on the recruiting trail by getting a commitment from coveted Seattle DE Fameitau Siale and flipping 2026 three-star Ohio safety Jordan Vann from Virginia. MSU now has a top-25 2026 recruiting class in the country.

Michigan State Men's Basketball will open the Fort Myers Tip-Off against Eastern Carolina on Tuesday, Nov. 25 then face UNC on Thursday, Nov. 25.

While I'm covering the Spartans this fall, I might run into my son, Sam, who is going to be a freshman studying pre-med in Lyman Briggs. #ProudDad #SpartansWill

Texas Tech transfer EDGE Isaac Smith commits to Michigan State Michigan State has received a commitment from former Texas Tech EDGE Isaac Smith. More details here.

BREAKING: Michigan State has its first transfer portal commitment of the spring window, as former Texas Tech EDGE/rush end Isaac Smith has pledged to the Spartans. More details here:
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MSU gymnastics historic season comes to an end, but their future is bright This MSU gymnastics team advanced as far as it has ever been while setting it up for further future success.

Spent this morning writing 1500 words and compiling pics and video from last night's gymnastics meet in Ft Worth. I hope you enjoy some of the behind-the-scenes coverage. Michigan State gymnastics is a program on the rise and the future appears bright.
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MSU pitcher Dzierwa teams with CGA to benefit 6-year-old leukemia patient Every strikeout for Michigan State Baseball pitcher Joseph Dzierwa will mean a lot more this season.

MSU's Joseph Dzierwa is pitching at 5:30pm on the Big Ten Network today. As a reminder, for each strikeout Dzierwa racks up this season, he will donate to his "Caught Looking for Luca" fund. Learn more about Luca (and donate here): michiganstate.rivals.com/news/msu-pit...

Michigan State Gymnastics: Back to Nationals for the first time in 37 years The team effort gave Michigan State a 198.000 and a spot among the final eight teams in the country.

37 Years in the Making: Michigan State gymnastics returns to national prominence, heads to Texas later this month to duke it out with the nation's elite.
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Kids transferring out is a nuanced decision and multiple things can be true:

1. We can be grateful and supportive of their contributions (which I am for Tre).
2. We can feel hurt because we invested in their development & story.
3. Kids have to look out for their best interest.

Crystal Flint: Let's all learn from this transfer portal situation "Spartan family: It’s time to have a discussion about all this."

We published a special guest post from Crystal Flint (Tre Holloman's mom) to the pages of Spartans Illustrated this morning:
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Here are the four things that will pave a victory path for MSU over Auburn It's going to take an excellent effort by the Spartans, but MSU matches up well with the Auburn Tigers.

There is a path to victory for Michigan State over Auburn tonight and it's not as narrow of a path as one might think. Sam Tyler looks into what we learned in the Michigan/Auburn game and how that translates to tonight's Elite Eight game:
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Low-key Fidler moments lead to high impact results Frankie Fidler has been exactly what the Spartans have need him to be down the stretch of the season.

Frankie isn’t dazzling. His stat line isn’t stunning. But I think he’s just what MSU has needed.

“If one little play is the reason we win that night, I want to make it.”

Michigan State 2027 safety commit Khalil Terry ranked in newest Rivals250 Michigan State commitment Khalil Terry is the newest member of the Rivals250.

Michigan State 2027 safety commit Khalil Terry is now a four-star on @Rivals and ranks in the prestigious Rivals250.

Check out where he landed in the rankings:

The MSU Athletic Dept honored Commander Rudy Gazvoda prior to the basketball game tonight.

Daniel Olah, a sophomore from Utica, MI, on guitar tonight.

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