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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Michigan State Spartans Football Preview 2025: Prediction, Win Total, Top 10 Players, Keys to the Season
2025 Michigan State PreviewMichigan State Offense BreakdownMichigan State Defense Breakdown Michigan State Spartans Key to the Season Be a whole lot Spartans have talent, and they should be good, but they can't keep screwing special teams gave up too many blocked kicks, neither side did anything on third or fourth downs, and there weren't enough takeaways. Penalties, turnovers, pass protection, red zone efficiency - everything has to be cleaned up. Michigan State Spartans Key Player Aidan Chiles, QB any pass rusher, or either offensive tackle, or one of the transfer wide receivers, and you probably have the key player. But Michigan State will go as far as Chiles talent is there to be special, and at some point it'll all click. But he has to be far, far more accurate on a consistent basis, he has to move the chains, and he can't keep putting the ball into harm's way like he does. Michigan State Spartans Top Transfer, Biggest Transfer Loss Top Transfer In: Joshua Eaton, CB three years of not doing much at Oklahoma, he transferred to Texas State and became one of the Sun Belt's best corners. He still has yet to pick off a pass in his five seasons of play, but there's NFL upside with his combination of tools. He's needed because of the loss of …Top Transfer Out: Charles Brantley, CB of the stars of last season, Brantley picked off three passes, took one for a score, and broke up seven. He's ultra-quick, has four years of experience, and now he's taking his talents to South Beach to be a key corner for Miami. Michigan State Spartans Key Game at USC, Sept. 20The last meeting with the Trojans was in the 1990 Sun Bowl - Michigan State won 17-16 to tie the series at there's any hope for this to be a bowl season, the Spartans must beat Boston College on the way to a 3-0 start. After starting the Big Ten at USC, there's a week off before going to Nebraska, and a trip to Indiana soon follows to make it three road games in four conference dates - and that's before the hard part of the slate kicks in.- 2025 Michigan State Schedule Breakdown Michigan State Spartans Top 10 Players 1. Nikai Martinez, S Sr.2. Aidan Chiles, QB Sr.3. Malik Spencer, S Sr.4. Nick Marsh, WR Soph.5. Elijah Tau-Tolliver, RB Sr.6. Jack Veiling, TE Sr.7. Jordan Hall, LB Jr.8. Joshua Eaton, CB Sr.9. Conner Moore, OT Jr.10. Ryan Eckley, P Jr. Michigan State Spartans 2024 Fun Stats - Fumbles: Michigan State 11 (lost 7), Opponents 8 (lost 2)- 3rd Quarter Scoring: Opponents 88, Michigan State 23- Penalties: Michigan State 80 for 760 yards, Opponents 50 for 407 yards Michigan State Spartans 2025 Season Prediction, Win Total, What Will Happen As hammered home throughout this, Michigan State had a whole slew of problems. It struggled in too many easy areas, it couldn't score, couldn't hold up in key situations, made too many errors, and …It went 5-7 and should've beaten Boston as close as it was to getting bowl eligible, it played like hot garbage in a tough win over a horrible Florida Atlantic team, got out alive against a bad Maryland squad, and caught the massive break of enjoying the speedbump that was Purdue - and that was way closer than it should've been. This year, there's no Ohio State or Oregon on the slate, and missing Illinois, Rutgers, Washington, and Wisconsin isn't a bad deal, either. On the down side, Northwestern and Purdue are also two toughest games - Michigan and Penn State - are in East Lansing, and there are just enough winnable games to win four games just by showing are still too many issues that need fixing to win all the games it should, so there will be a whiff or two - like a home game against UCLA or Maryland - when Aidan Chiles makes too many mistakes. But there will also be that game or two when Chiles goes be another ragged season, but it'll be better, and it'll end with a bowl The Michigan State Spartans Win Total At … 6Likely Wins: Western Michigan, Youngstown State50/50 Games: Boston College, at Indiana, at Iowa, Maryland, at Minnesota, at Nebraska, UCLALikely Losses: Michigan, Penn State, at USC2025 Michigan State PreviewMichigan State Offense BreakdownMichigan State Defense Breakdown © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
New York Giants hire Darien Harris as director of player engagement
New York Giants hire Darien Harris as director of player engagement The New York Giants made another addition to their front office this week, hiring Darien Harris as the director of player engagement. Harris is a former linebacker for the Michigan State Spartans, who was part of the 2015 team that made the College Football Playoffs. He earned his bachelor's degree in journalism in 2015 and achieved his master's degree in marketing research in 2019. He joined the MSU football staff in 2020 as director of player engagement and has advanced his career each year with an updated title. Most recently, Harris served as the assistant athletic director/business development and NIL strategy. With his experience as a player and on the business side of things, Harris brings a wealth of knowledge to the Giants' players and will be a valuable resource for the team.
Newsweek
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Tom Izzo, Michigan State Receive Head-Turning 2025-26 Prediction
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Michigan State Spartans and head coach Tom Izzo put together a strong 2024-25 season. When all was said and done, they finished with a 30-7 record. Entering the NCAA Tournament, Michigan State was given a No. 2 seed. Izzo was able to lead his team past No. 15 Bryant in the first round, No. 10 New Mexico in the second round, and No. 6 Ole Miss in the Sweet 16. Unfortunately, the Spartans were unable to beat No. 1 Auburn. Despite losing in the Elite Eight, it was a successful season for Michigan State. Izzo and company have a bright outlook for the future. Coach Tom Izzo's Michigan State Spartans are slight favorites in Friday's Sweet 16 clash with Ole Miss. Coach Tom Izzo's Michigan State Spartans are slight favorites in Friday's Sweet 16 clash with Ole how bright of an outlook do they have? It's still very early, but the Spartans have received a strong prediction for next year. Read more: Former 4-Time NBA All-Star Unveils Shocking Mavericks, Cooper Flagg Take ESPN has released a new bracketology update. In that update, Michigan State was projected to be a No. 4 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. That would suggest the Spartans being a potential championship contender once again. Of course, these projections don't mean much. But, they do show a bright outlook and a national feel for what Michigan State is capable of being. As long as Izzo is the Spartans' head coach, they are always going to have a chance. He has put together one of the best careers of all time from a college coach. Throughout his tenure with Michigan State, which began all the way back in the 1995-96 season, Izzo has led the program to an impressive 737-302 record, which is good enough for a 70.9 winning percentage. He has also won a national championship that came back in 1999-2000 and has led six Final Four runs. Read more: Shaq Fuels Rigged NBA Draft Lottery System Theory With Wild Story Prior to last season's March Madness run, Izzo was asked about his future and potential retirement. He made it clear that he's not thinking about that right now. "I don't believe you have to retire on a high note," he said. For now, the Spartans remain a team to keep a very close eye on heading into the 2025-26 season. Back in April, ESPN also took a look at an early top-25 ranking for all teams in college basketball. Michigan State landed at No. 21 in those rankings. The Spartans have some work to do, but Izzo leading the way should give fans and the team a lot of confidence. For more college basketball news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
18-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Michigan State has completed the flip for the commitment of Cole Ward
Michigan State has completed the flip for the commitment of Cole Ward ‼️🚨BREAKING🚨‼️ The Michigan State Spartans pick up a commitment from Cole Ward! 🟢⚪️ The '05 RHD from Rochester Mills, MI has appeared in 50 games this season between the @TriCityStorm and @theaustinbruins Previously committed to Northern Michigan. — College Puck NXT (@CollegePuckNXT) April 18, 2025 Michigan State hockey got a big time addition on Friday, bolstering their blue line and getting a player at a very coveted position, right handed defense. Cole Ward, a Rochester Hills (MI) native, has made the move to commit to Michigan State and is expected to join the team this fall. A 2005-born defenseman, he played for the Tri-City Storm of the USHL and the Austin Bruins of the NAHL. Ward was previously committed to Northern Michigan, but will now be heading to East Lansing instead. A 6-foot-5, 200 pound right handed defenseman, Ward is going to be a major threat to earn minutes on the Spartans third pairing in 2025-26. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on X @Cory_Linsner
USA Today
13-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Former Spartan makes debut with local professional hockey team
Former Spartan makes debut with local professional hockey team Former Michigan State Spartans hockey defenseman Nicklas Andrews made his professional debut on Friday night. Andrews played in his first game with the Toledo Walleye of the ECHL on Friday night. The Walleyes lost the game vs. the Fort Wayne Comets by the final score of 3-0. Andrews transferred to Michigan State ahead of this past season and had a successful campaign with the Spartans. He led the team in plus-minus with a plus-28 mark. He also recorded two goals and 16 assists during his 37 games. Andrews is originally from Canton, Mich. and played his first four seasons with Colorado College before coming to Michigan State as a grad transfer. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Robert Bondy on X @RobertBondy5.
