Spartans Football

Nov 7, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive end Kenny Willekes (79) during the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Kenny Willekes finally getting another NFL opportunity with Pittsburgh Steelers

Michigan State football names its captains ahead of the 2025 season

Michigan State freshman WR Braylon Collier earning more lofty praise

Nick Marsh praises QB1 Aidan Chiles for stepping up: "He means business"

Michigan State's Nick Marsh heads to the locker room after warming up before the game against Iowa on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Nick Marsh relives the moment when he knew he wanted to be a Spartan

Michigan State's Jack Velling participate in a drill during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Jonathan Smith gives positive update on the health of Jack Velling

Michigan State's Nikai Martinez celebrates a defensive stop against Iowa in the first quarter on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Key defensive starter a "game-time decision" for Michigan State football's opener

ESPN College GameDay analyst Lee Corso watches the Ohio State Marching Band prior to the Buckeyes' 49-37 win over Michigan State in the NCAA football game at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan on Nov. 8, 2014.

Spartan Stadium gets fresh upgrade that fans will love

Michigan State v Oregon

Ranking the 3 most important Michigan State football games in 2025

Michigan State running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver, right, gets a pitch from Aidan Chiles during football practice on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in East Lansing.

Michigan State football vibe check after 3 weeks of fall camp

Michigan State's Aidan Chiles, left, hands the ball off to Chris Williams during football practice on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in East Lansing.

Michigan State football one of the biggest risers in respected preseason ratings

Sparty takes the field before Michigan State's football game against Purdue on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Dion Sims' younger brother back with Michigan State football after entering portal

Ohio State v Michigan State

Nick Marsh sets countdown to "shock the world" for Michigan State's opener

Sep 28, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Lathan Ransom (8) can’t tackle Michigan State Spartans tight end Jack Velling (12) in the second quarter at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images

Jack Velling reportedly dealing with a foot injury but should be back "soon"

Aug 30, 2019; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans head strength and conditioning coach Ken Mannie reacts prior to a game between the Michigan State Spartans and the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-Imagn Images

Ken Mannie gives thoughts on 2025 Michigan State football team from scrimmage

Aug 15, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Tennessee Titans safety Kendell Brooks (33) reacts after running for a touchdown after intercepting a pass against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

2 former Michigan State football players star in Falcons-Titans preseason game

Aug 15, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Nathan Carter (38) runs the ball against the Tennessee Titans in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Watch Nate Carter score his first NFL preseason TD with the Falcons (Video)

Jul 24, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith speaks to the media during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Transfer EDGE makes strong prediction for Michigan State football's 2025 pass rush

Michigan State's Ru'Quan Buckley works out with the defensive line during football practice on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in East Lansing.

3 Michigan State football position groups with most question marks heading into 2025

Michigan State quarterback Alessio Milivojevic looks to throw during football practice on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in East Lansing.

Michigan State football having a quality backup QB is key for Aidan Chiles' growth

Michigan State's offensive line coach Jim Michalczik works with the team during the first day of football camp on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in East Lansing.

Jim Michalczik heaps more praise onto Michigan State football's offensive line

Aug 30, 2019; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans head strength and conditioning coach Ken Mannie leads the Spartan defense out of the tunnel prior to a game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-Imagn Images

Jonathan Smith invites familiar face to Michigan State practice to speak to the team

Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh watches from the sideline beside off-field analyst Connor Stalions, right, during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium.

NCAA delivers slap on wrist for Michigan after cheating scandal investigation

Michigan State's Aidan Chiles throws a pass during football practice on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in East Lansing.

Meet the Spartans returns at the perfect time for Michigan State football fans

Michigan State's Khris Bogle, right, runs a drill with rush ends coach Chad Wilt during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Michigan State football coach says Wisconsin DE transfer "has some serious juice"

Michigan State's Braylon Collier runs with the ball during football practice on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in East Lansing.

Michigan State football creative team not getting the love it deserves

Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on during the fourth quarter in the game against Prairie View A&M on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

How will new college football rule changes affect Michigan State in 2025?

Michigan State's Alex VanSumeren celebrates after a sack against Purdue during the second quarter on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Alex VanSumeren has perfect mentality heading into 2025 season