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Michigan State Football: 5 early signees who’ll have instant impacts in 2022

By Connor Muldowney

EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 13: Head coach Mel Tucker of the Michigan State Spartans yells out to his players in the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Spartan Stadium on November 13, 2021 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 13: Head coach Mel Tucker of the Michigan State Spartans yells out to his players in the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Spartan Stadium on November 13, 2021 in East Lansing, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images) /
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Alright, this was an easy pick for me because Michigan State desperately needs a pass rush and Alex VanSumeren may be the shot in the arm that the team needs.

VanSumeren may become a fan favorite in East Lansing early on because of his motor, pure strength, and knack for getting into the backfield. I think he’s going to be one of those true freshmen who make a run at the Freshman All-American team the way Cal Haladay did this season.

While VanSumeren isn’t flying under the radar the way Haladay did as he’s Michigan State’s highest-rated 2022 signee, I think he has a chance to really make a name for himself this year.

And before you ask, the answer is yes, VanSumeren is also an early enrollee so he’ll be able to build strength and get in great shape in January ahead of the pack. This is going to help him crack the playing rotation and he’s either going to add some incredibly talented depth or he’s going to find his way into the starting lineup.

The future is bright for the nation’s No. 187 overall prospect.

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