Michigan State’s 23–6 season-opening win over Western Michigan was fueled by its running back duo of Makhi Frazier and Brandon Tullis, who combined for over 150 rushing yards behind a dominant offensive line. Their performance set the tone for a ground-heavy attack as the Spartans prepare for a Week 2 matchup against Boston College.
MSU opened the 2025 season with a 23-6 win over Western Michigan, controlling all phases of the game with a methodical offense and a tenacious defense. The Spartans leaned on a strong run game, recorded a safety, and set the tone for the season with a physical performance.
MSU football head coach Jonathan Smith said his team is dialed in for the season premiere.
MSU running back coach Keith Bhonapha spoke highly of the new Spartan running backs' progression throughout the fall training camp last week on Thursday.
From 2007 to 2019, Michigan State University was a hotbed in the college football world under Hall of Fame coach Mark Dantonio. Since then, the Spartans have sputtered with four sub-.500 seasons and a lack of identity.
Former Michigan State teammates Kenny Willekes and Rocky Lombardi have reunited in the United Football League, bringing their Spartan bond and competitive edge to the Michigan Panthers.
What began as a dream to work in pro football led Kevin Guskiewicz to revolutionize concussion research. Now, as MSU’s president, he applies those same lessons to higher education.
Michigan State University is under investigation from the NCAA for alleged recruiting violations under Mel Tucker.
In one year with the Blue Raiders, Kelly hauled in 53 receptions for 869 yards and four touchdowns.
MSU football redshirt junior cornerback Charles "Chuck" Brantley has entered the transfer portal for the third time.
Aziah Johnson's agency told CBS ports/247 Sports that he plans to enter the portal on December 9th. The redshirt freshman was recruited as a three-star by wide receiver coach Courtney Hawkins.
Carter is the first Spartan to enter the NFL Draft next spring, which begins April 25.
MSU will lose one of its starting receivers from this past season in Glover, who has two years of eligibility remaining.
Here's a breakdown of each player in Smith's 2025 freshman class.
Clarizio had second thoughts, reversing his decision Wednesday morning and signing with the Spartans.
Talley is entering the transfer portal, the former four-star recruit announced on Instagram Tuesday.
A win against Rutgers would've made the Spartans bowl eligible. They lost by 27 points.
The Spartans ended their season on a sour note in a lackadaisical, non-complementary performance, displaying mistake after mistake as they fell to Rutgers, 41-14.
MSU football (5-6, 3-5 Big Ten) has been abysmal in the third quarter this season.
MSU football's season finale will come with high stakes as the Spartans fight to secure a postseason spot against Rutgers this Saturday.