FOOTBALL
HALFTIME: MSU 14, U-M 10, 3 thoughts on the Spartans in Ann Arbor
Three thoughts as the Spartans lead at halftime in Ann Arbor.
SPORTS
Dueling columns: The MSU vs. U-M rivalry stretches beyond the gridiron
The dueling column, even in a pandemic, lives on for two college newspapers.
FOOTBALL
Know Thy Enemy: the battle for the Paul Bunyan trophy
The State News spoke with Aria Gerson of The Michigan Daily to get the inside on Saturday's rivalry matchup.
FOOTBALL
Preparing for Michigan: Rocky Lombardi and the Michigan State offense look to expand run game
The quarterback question is finally answered with Rocky Lombardi at the start, but his first game proved there is still a lot to improve on.
FOOTBALL
Breaking down Michigan State football's new look on defense
Michigan State, after years of running the 4-3, brought out a new scheme in Saturday's loss to Rutgers.
MICHIGAN
Officials remind community of COVID-19 orders in places as football season begins
“MSU remains committed to working with our partners across Grand River and within our community to limit the spread of COVID-19. Together, we are urging Spartans near and far to cheer safely and follow all public health guidelines on game day and every day," MSU President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. said in the release.
FOOTBALL
With no fans permitted in Spartan Stadium, 53-year season ticket holder Don Fletcher will miss his beloved MSU game days
Don Fletcher, a 53-year Spartan season ticket holder, had only missed three or four home football games since attending MSU, but this year, with no fans permitted into the stadium, that will change.
FOOTBALL
Column: MSU losing to Rutgers at home isn’t good, but it could’ve been worse
MSU lost to Rutgers at home but to lose by 11 with seven turnovers can always be worse.
FOOTBALL
Wide receiver Jayden Reed and the MSU offense display ups and downs in loss to Rutgers
Michigan State's offense showed some high points, and some very low points. Wide receiver Jayden Reed was apart of that roller coaster ride.
FOOTBALL
Q&A with MSU President Samuel L. Stanley on the return of Big Ten Football
President Stanley sits down with The State News to discuss the return of Big Ten Football, his COVID-19 concerns, and what made him and other Presidents change their vote on the upcoming season.
FOOTBALL
Preview: Michigan State and Rutgers will be the battle of the unknowns, keys to the game
Michigan State football begins the much anticipated 2020 football season this Saturday against Rutgers.
FOOTBALL
Know Thy Enemy: Taking a look at MSU's first opponent, Rutgers
The State News spoke with sports reporter Dylan McCoy of The Daily Targum to dive into Saturday's matchup between MSU and Rutgers.
FOOTBALL
An update on the quarterback question, Mel Tucker remains quiet on who starts under center
Uncertainty, week one and a starting quarterback that hasn't been named yet.
FOOTBALL
Prioritizing physicality and focusing on Rutgers, Michigan State prepares for Week 1
"Meat and potatoes" and physicality is the focus for the Michigan State Spartans heading into week one against Rutgers.
MICHIGAN
EL Mayor signs letter to Big Ten Conference for safety during football season
A group of 12 mayors from several Big Ten school communities — including East Lansing Mayor Aaron Stephens and Lansing Mayor Andy Schor — signed a letter to Big Ten Conference officials requesting practical measures to ensure safety from COVID-19 as the beginning of football season nears.
FOOTBALL
A look into Michigan State athletics' COVID-19 data
Since June 15, Michigan State athletics has an approximate positivity rate of 5.8%.
FOOTBALL
Remembering the 'goofy little Italian' Father Jake Foglio
Former MSU football chaplain Father Jake Foglio died Monday, Oct. 5 at the age of 91. His lasting impact was profound, as players, coaches and fellow clergymen remembered his words, life and friendship.
FOOTBALL
Our predictions: Previewing the 8-game conference only slate for the Spartans
Michigan State football beat writers Joe Dandron and Brendan Gumbel predict how the season will play out for the Spartans.
FOOTBALL
Former MSU coach Mark Dantonio agrees to indefinite furlough
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its toll financially on different athletic departments across the country, Dantonio is now a victim of an agreed upon furlough.
FOOTBALL
MSU football's Drew Beesley's last minute decision to bet on himself paid off
After showing flashes of solid production last season, Beesley hopes he can fully tap into his potential in 2020.