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FOOTBALL

Alessio Milivojevic shines in first start, MSU falls to Minnesota 23-20

Tyler Gaylord
November 2, 2025

Redshirt freshman quarterback Alessio Milivojevic delivered a breakout performance in his first career start, throwing for 301 yards and a touchdown to help Michigan State push Minnesota to overtime. Despite explosive second-half plays and a revived offense, the Spartans fell 23-20 on the road, extending their losing streak to six games as they enter a crucial bye week before facing Penn State.

FOOTBALL

Alessio Milivojevic’s play raises questions about QB battle

Tyler Gaylord
October 31, 2025

Despite seeing the field only in late-game situations, redshirt freshman quarterback Alessio Milivojevic has quietly made the most of his limited snaps. With four straight scoring drives to close games, his steady production is starting to turn heads — and spark conversation about whether Michigan State could soon have a quarterback battle on its hands.

MSU

MSU scales back Spartan Gateway District plans

Emilio Perez Ibarguen
October 31, 2025

The Michigan State University Board of Trustees voted to begin accepting plans for a scaled-down version of the Spartan Gateway District. Two trustees expressed concerns about what impacts the construction would have on traffic, among other things, with one trustee voting against the plan.

LIFE

Students discuss the controversy of 'Tea' and 'TeaOnHer' apps

Amy Cho
October 30, 2025

A recently popularized social media app has captured the attention of students at Michigan State University. Tea, first released in 2023, is an app designed to promote “dating safety” for strictly women. However, Tea has just recently gained immense popularity due to other social media platforms, like TikTok.

MSU

As SNAP benefits dry up, MSU food pantries preparing to fill gap

Somer Sodeman
October 30, 2025

As the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faces a potential suspension beginning Nov. 1, Michigan State University officials and student advocates are preparing to assist students who rely on the program for food support — increasing food bank capacity and coordinating with local partners.

FOOTBALL

Defensive coordinator Joe Rossi brings intensity to MSU sidelines

Kaspar Haehnle
October 30, 2025

With Michigan State football on a five game losing streak, it's searching for changes and answers. In the Spartans 31-20 loss to Michigan, it may have found a change that will lead to answers: defensive coordinator Joe Rossi moving from the coaches booth to the sideline. Against Minnesota this Saturday, Rossi will remain on the MSU sidelines to ignite intensity and know-how in his Spartan defense.