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Michigan State Football: Smith's Future Hangs in Balance

Michigan State Footballs Coaching Future Uncertain: Athletic Director J. Batt to Announce Coach Smiths Status Soon

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  • Michigan State Football Honors Four in All-Big Ten Recognitions

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    Michigan State footballs offensive players have earned All-Big Ten recognition for the 2025 season. Senior tight end Jack Velling, sophomore wide receiver Nick Marsh, graduate center Matt Gulbin, and senior wide receiver Omari Kelly have all received honorable mentions from the media. Velling has played in forty-seven collegiate games, recording one hundred seventeen receptions for nearly fifteen hundred yards and fifteen touchdowns. Marsh led the Spartans in catches, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions in 2025, reaching one hundred career receptions in the season finale. Gulbin was graded as the number two center in the Football Bowl Subdivision by Pro Football Focus, starting and playing every offensive snap for the first eleven games. Kelly ranked second on the team with forty-seven receptions for six hundred twenty-six yards and two touchdowns, surpassing the one thousand career receiving yards mark in his Spartan debut.
  • Michigan State Football: Offensive Line Struggles Hold Spartans Back

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    Michigan States football season, led by quarterback Aidan Chiles, started with high hopes but faced significant challenges, particularly with the defense and offensive line. Despite some promising moments, the team struggled with consistency, leading to concerns about their performance. The offensive lines poor play negatively impacted both the running and passing games, leaving Chiles uncomfortable in the pocket. When Chiles was injured, backup quarterback Alessio Milivojevic showed potential but also faced similar challenges. However, in the final game against Maryland, Milivojevic had a comfortable pocket, and the offense looked dynamic. New head coach Pat Fitzgerald now aims to build on this momentum for a more productive season next year.
  • Coffman's Commitment Boosts MSU's Quarterback Future

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    Michigan State Universitys recruiting class, ranked forty-sixth nationally and twelfth in the Big Ten, secured a significant win with the commitment of four-star quarterback Kayd Coffman. Despite initial commitments to former coach Jonathan Smith, players honored their pledges after Pat Fitzgerald took over, showcasing a strong commitment and positive early impression of the new coaching staff. Coffmans decision to stay with the Spartans secures a promising talent for the teams future, providing a cornerstone for rebuilding efforts under Coach Fitzgerald.
  • Hudson Aultman Signs with Michigan State

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    Michigan State football welcomes three-star recruit Hudson Aultman, a top-ranked defensive lineman from Ohio, who signed his letter of intent during the early signing period. This significant addition to the Spartans defensive lineup marks a successful recruiting effort, as Aultman flipped from his previous commitment to Miami of Ohio. With offers from several other universities, Aultmans decision to join Michigan State highlights the programs appeal and strengthens the team for upcoming seasons.
  • Fitzgerald's First Signings: Flips & Commitments

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    Wednesday marked a significant day for Michigan State football as new head coach Pat Fitzgerald secured key flips and signings for his first recruiting class, despite facing setbacks and anticipating decisions from remaining committed recruits.
  • Fitzgerald's First Class: MSU Football's New Era

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    Michigan States first recruiting class under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald has largely finalized, with key players like Eli Bickel and Kayd Coffman joining the team. Despite the coaching change, the recruits have committed to Fitzgeralds vision, focusing on strengthening the offensive and defensive lines and modernizing the teams offense. This class, currently ranked forty-sixth nationally, will be crucial in establishing a new culture at Michigan State and setting the stage for future success.
  • Michigan State Football: Coach Fitzgerald's Early Signing Period

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    Michigan States college football recruitment saw a mix of successes and setbacks during the early signing period. The Spartans signed 16 scholarship players, but also lost 2 commitments due to a coaching change. New head coach Pat Fitzgerald, amidst staff transitions, also brought in 2 preferred walk-ons, now focusing on building his coaching staff.
  • Fitzgerald Reaches Out to Michigan State Recruits

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    Former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald swiftly reaches out to Michigan States 2026 football recruits, capitalizing on his Big Ten reputation and the fluidity of their commitments, highlighting the dynamic nature of college football recruiting.
  • Fitzgerald's Energetic Start at Michigan State

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    Pat Fitzgeralds Tenure at Michigan State Kicks Off with Enthusiasm and Stability: The new head football coach, Pat Fitzgerald, has made a strong start at Michigan State, retaining current players and keeping the recruiting class intact. His authentic enthusiasm and immediate connection with fans have won over many skeptics. The 2026 recruiting class has largely stayed together, indicating a promising future for Michigan State football.