Recruiting

Nov 19, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back LJ Scott (3) celebrates with Spartans tight end Josiah Price (82) after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star LB Kenny Bastida trims list to two

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star 2017 ATH Shakur Brown commits

Michigan State Recruiting: 5-star SF Brian Bowen commits to Louisville

Michigan State Recruiting: 4-star SF Gabe Brown a must-have 2018 target

Sep 12, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Lawrence Thomas (8) celebrates after a play during the fourth quarter against the Oregon Ducks at Spartan Stadium. The Spartans beat the Ducks 31-28. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star DT Cam Goode narrows list

Jan 16, 2017; Springfield , MA, USA; La Lumiere School Lakers player Brian Bowen (20) and Sierra Canyon School Trailblazers player Terrance McBride (3) at Blake Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Brian Bowen reportedly enrolled at Louisville

Mar 26, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; McDonalds High School All-American forward Brian "Tugs" Bowen II (20) poses for a photo during the 2017 McDonalds All American Game Portrait Day at Chicago Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 5-star SF Brian Bowen sets official decision date

Dec 31, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Connor Cook (18) drops back to pass against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the second quarter in the 2015 CFP semifinal at the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 2018 QB Theo Day gets 4-star ratings bump

Mar 17, 2017; Tulsa, OK, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts during the second half against the Miami Hurricanes in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: SF Brock Washington commits as walk-on

Nov 12, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans celebrate a win against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights after a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Commitment from Michael Dowell significant for Spartans

Sep 19, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; dMichigan State Spartans linebacker Andrew Dowell (5) celebrates fumble recovery during the 2nd half of a game at Spartan Stadium. MSU won 35-21. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star safety Michael Dowell commits

Dec 31, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Michigan State Spartans offensive lineman Kodi Kieler (79) during the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2015 Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 4-star JUCO OT Anthony McKinney offered

Oct 24, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans linebacker Andrew Dowell (5) looks over the Indiana Hoosiers offensive during the 1st half of a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star LB Jeslord Boateng names top 7

Sep 2, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Donnie Corley (9) carries the ball against the Furman Paladins during the first half at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans make cut for 3-star WR Meechi Harris

Sep 24, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) talks to teammate during the second half of a game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 4-star DT Tyler Friday trims list

Nov 28, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back LJ Scott (3) reacts to a touchdown during the 2nd half of a game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star RB Lyn-J Dixon names Spartans in top 12

Sep 4, 2015; Kalamazoo, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans offensive tackle Jack Conklin (74) walks off the field during the 1st half of a game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Waldo Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans offer 4-star 2019 OT Michael Tarquin

Jan 16, 2017; Springfield , MA, USA; La Lumiere School Lakers player Brian Bowen (20) and Sierra Canyon School Trailblazers player Terrance McBride (3) at Blake Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans no longer in mix for Brian Bowen?

Sep 4, 2015; Kalamazoo, MI, USA; General view of Michigan State Spartans helmet on field prior to a game against Western Michigan at Waldo Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Supposed JUCO transfer nearly pulls off ‘catfish’ attempt

Nov 14, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive end Shilique Calhoun (89) rushes the passer during the 1st quarter of a game against the Maryland Terrapins at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans make top 7 of 3-star DE James Head

Nov 19, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Benny McGowan (75) gestures to the sidelines during the second half of a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 4-star 2018 OT Richard Gouraige offered

Oct 8, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Donnie Corley (9) attempts to make a catch against Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Lake (5) during the 1st quarter of a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans standing out to 4-star WR David Bell

Nov 5, 2016; Champaign, IL, USA; Michigan State Spartans linebacker Riley Bullough (30) and linebacker Chris Frey (23) tackle Illinois Fighting Illini running back Kendrick Foster (22) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Granse-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 4-star LB Dallas Gant picks Ohio State

Sep 24, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State wide receiver Monty Madaris (88) picks up 16 yards on a reception before being tackled by Wisconsin safety Lubern Figaro (31) during the third quarter of their game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 3-star WR Dallas Craddieth trims list

Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back LJ Scott (3) and Michigan State Spartans running back Gerald Holmes (24) talk on the field prior to a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans offer 4-star RB Quavaris Crouch

Sep 24, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans running back LJ Scott (3) walks off the field during the first quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers of a game at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: 4-star RB Harold Joiner releases top 12

Sep 19, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; dMichigan State Spartans linebacker Andrew Dowell (5) celebrates fumble recovery during the 2nd half of a game at Spartan Stadium. MSU won 35-21. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans favorites for 3-star LB Jeslord Boateng?

Nov 28, 2015; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) scores a on an interception return during the second half of a game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan State Recruiting: Spartans make top 10 for 3-star Dejmi Dumervil