Videos from Spartans Illustrated

Michigan State Spartans seek redemption against Illinois Fighting Illini in a battle of struggling units—can MSU’s passing attack finally break free, or will Illinois’ defense spark a surprise turnaround? Matt Sheehan dissects this pivotal homecoming clash, spotlighting transfer quarterback Kaden Hauser and top target Colin Dixon, while questioning if MSU’s offense can exploit the Illini’s leaky secondary and if MSU’s defense is ready to contain Illinois’ playmakers.

Michigan State Athletics chart bold new course with Dan Bartholomae at the helm. Can the Spartans crack the Big Ten’s upper echelon?

Big Ten playoff hopes waver as Iowa, Ohio State, and Oregon face mounting pressure. Can the Big Ten still send more than two teams to the College Football Playoff, or will the SEC dominate the expanded field? The panel dissects Iowa’s must-win clash at Washington, Ohio State’s playoff outlook, and Penn State’s credibility as Vegas favorites against USC.

Michigan State Spartans' offense faces harsh scrutiny as eye-popping stats suggest it sits at the bottom of Power 4 football. Who shoulders the most blame for this offensive collapse, and can anything spark a turnaround as the anticipated Paul Bunyan game approaches?

Michigan State Spartans fans get a dose of hope as Athletic Director Dan Bartholomae promises immediate investment in football competitiveness. Can a major NIL spending hike and stadium renovations finally return the Spartans to bowl game contention? Matt Sheehan dissects Bartholomae’s revealing letter, questioning transparency around Spartan Ventures and For Sparta while emphasizing the urgency of building a winning roster in the NIL era.

Michigan State Spartans’ offensive struggles raise tough questions after loss to Wisconsin. Can quarterback Alessio Milivojevic and the receiving corps spark a turnaround against Illinois’s vulnerable pass defense?

Will happiness ever be felt again? Matt Sheehan breaks down MSU's loss to Wisconsin.

Michigan State Spartans seek a bounce-back as quarterback Alessio Milivojevic faces pressure to ignite a sputtering offense and cut down on costly turnovers. Can the Spartans’ run game spark against Wisconsin without Cam Edwards and will Joe Rossi’s defense finally force a turnover against a Power 4 opponent? Matt Sheehan breaks down Michigan State’s offensive woes, from lack of explosiveness to critical Big Ten stats, and lays out possible paths to jumpstart the unit—including increased play-action and creative uses for emerging playmakers like Chrishon McCray.

Lincoln Riley faces intense scrutiny after USC mishandles a crucial moment and falls to Oregon, raising questions about culture and leadership in the Trojans’ locker room. Can Riley’s squad rebound against a struggling Washington team at home, or will pressure hit a breaking point? Meanwhile, Iowa stuns Michigan with a dramatic finish—setting up a high-stakes clash with undefeated Ohio State in Iowa City. Are the Hawkeyes poised for another giant upset?

Wisconsin Badgers ride high after a dramatic comeback win, but can they avoid a letdown against injury-riddled Michigan State Spartans? Luke Fickell’s squad faces mounting pressure to sustain momentum, while Harlon Barnett’s battered Spartans hunt for an upset despite missing key players like Cam Edwards and multiple top cornerbacks.

Michigan State Spartans face offensive uncertainty as Cam Edwards goes down—can Jazz Patterson and Trent Fraley ignite the run game against Wisconsin’s tough defense? The Spartans, currently 10.5-point underdogs, grapple with a lackluster touchdown record and must find answers to keep pace in Big Ten play.

Michigan State Spartans battle mounting injuries as hopes for a bowl game hang in the balance. Can the defense’s gritty run-stopping prowess and standout performances from Jayden Savoury keep the season alive, or will offensive woes and a depleted roster prove too much to overcome?