Videos from Spartans Illustrated

Wisconsin Badgers face mounting pressure as questions swirl around Luke Fickell’s future—will a home loss to Michigan State Spartans be the breaking point, or is his job secure? Matt Sheehan and Ryan Harings explore the implications of the week five matchup at Camp Randall, dissecting the impact of offseason transfer portal moves, revamped coaching staffs, and the importance of quarterback stability for both programs.

On3’s latest quarterback and receiver rankings spark heated debate—can elite quarterback-receiver duos truly explain team success, or do inconsistencies between individual and duo rankings leave fans scratching their heads? The Locked On Big Ten Squad analyzes controversial placements: Why is Jayden Maiava ranked third among Big Ten quarterbacks, yet his top wideout drops to an honorable mention? Does the meteoric rise of Purdue’s Josh Hoover and Nick Marsh make sense, or is it pure off-season hype?

Michigan State Spartans reload for a run at the Big Ten title as Jeremy Fears returns to lead the charge. With Coen Carr’s explosive athleticism and a deep, experienced backcourt, could this be Tom Izzo’s best shot at another Final Four before retirement? Big questions loom after Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper’s departures, sharpening focus on Anton Bonk’s impact in the frontcourt and the emergence of freshmen Jasiah Jervis and Carlos Medlock.

Michigan State Spartans pull off a shocking turnaround as President Kevin Guskiewicz returns to East Lansing, just after a stunning departure for Clemson. With Tom Izzo’s passionate support and influential donors rallying behind him, the Spartans secure what many are calling the university’s best president—one whose fundraising prowess and human approach have galvanized the MSU community.

Michigan State Spartans’ NCAA championship dreams haunt fans with a decade of heartbreaking “what ifs.” Could Cassius Winston have delivered Tom Izzo his elusive second title if the COVID tournament hadn’t been canceled? Matt Sheehan and Zach Theis re-examine pivotal MSU basketball moments, including the crushing Texas Tech loss, the infamous defeat to Middle Tennessee State, and the missed opportunity against Syracuse despite a sharpshooting squad.

Nebraska Cornhuskers face mounting pressure as Matt Rhule eyes a pivotal fourth season, with a revamped offensive line, new quarterback Anthony Colandrea, and soaring expectations despite recent disappointment. Could a loss to Michigan State Spartans—who enter a new era under Pat Fitzgerald—ignite the hot seat talk in Lincoln?

Big Ten coaching rankings ignite debate as Curt Cignetti’s meteoric rise at Indiana challenges Ryan Day’s Ohio State dominance. Can Cignetti’s underdog playbook outshine traditional powerhouses if given equal resources? The discussion also spotlights Kyle Whittingham’s consistency, questions Dan Lanning’s performance in pressure games, and evaluates where Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies truly fit in the new Big Ten landscape.

Michigan State Spartans fans face the ultimate what-if: who would win a seven-game series between the beloved 2019-2020 "What If" squad—led by Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman—and the yet-unseen 2026-2027 team stacked with rising stars like Jeremy Fears, Jordan Scott, and Coen Carr? The debate rages on as strengths, weaknesses, and individual matchups are analyzed, calling out key factors like assist rate, perimeter defense, and bench depth. Could the future Spartans’ improved shooting and defense overpower the established leadership of Winston and Tillman, or does experience and top-heavy talent still reign supreme?

Michigan State Spartans’ last decade defined by program-shifting "what ifs" — from the Mel Tucker scandal and missed coaching hires to iconic rivalry wins and the lost promise of recruiting classes. Would MSU football’s trajectory have changed if Mel Tucker never made that infamous phone call, or if Luke Fickell took the head job? What about the game-altering plays from Kenneth Walker III and the unforgettable "trouble with the snap" moment against Michigan?

Michigan State Spartans football fans have ten compelling reasons to believe brighter days are ahead. Can the revamped running back room—featuring Cam Edwards and Marvis Parish—rekindle the explosive ground attack last seen with Kenneth Walker? Matt Sheehan spotlights a strengthened offensive line, returning quarterback Alessio Milivojevic’s resilience under pressure, and key weapons like Christian McRae, sparking optimism for a high-octane offense this fall.

Big Ten shakes up college football with the new “5 and 5” eligibility rule, setting the stage for a new era—no more endless waivers or awkward redshirt seasons. The Big 10 Squad debates whether this reform can finally bring order to the chaos. Will this bold move eliminate confusion and eight-year seniors, or just spawn fresh controversy?

Notre Dame Fighting Irish eye a national championship run as their storied rivalry with Michigan State Spartans is reignited under the lights in South Bend. Can the Spartans, led by transfer additions like wide receiver K.K. Smith and running back Cam Edwards, spoil Notre Dame’s September streak and reclaim the coveted Megaphone Trophy? Host Tyler Wojiak and guest cover the clash’s history, Spartans’ quarterback outlook with Alessio Milivojevic, and key coaching changes that set the stage for a high-stakes showdown.