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BELIEVE AGAIN: Michigan State football fans CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC; Would 24-team CFP field help MSU?

By Spartans IllustratedAugust 11, 2026

Michigan State Spartans fans face a rollercoaster of emotions as Pat Fitzgerald takes the helm, bringing fresh energy but uncertain expectations to East Lansing. With win totals projected at just 3.5 or 4.5, can the Spartans deliver moral victories and revitalize their storied rivalry against Michigan? Host Matt Sheehan and guest Ben Stevens explore fan optimism, Fitzgerald’s proven Big Ten track record, and the challenge of retooling a roster without an influx of familiar transfers.

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