Parhaat Michigan State Podcastit (2024)

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MSU football secondary is deep, but will it mean instant improvement?; Why is MSU's win total at 4.5 30:00

18h ago30:00

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Michigan State football has had a few years of horrid pass defense, but for the first time in years the room is heading into the year with experience and proven talent. We chat with Chase Glasser of Spartans Illustrated to see if that means an instant turn-around will happen on pass defense or if other factors will impact that. Plus, MSU has a low …

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New MSU Center Szymon Zapala Talks Hoops and Setting Illegal Screens 25:02

24h ago25:02

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July 25, 2024: In a bit of a surprise move, Tom Izzo and the Spartans brought in 6' 11" grad transfer Szymon Zapala in after the departure of Mady Sissoko. In a transfer portal move that few knew was happening until the deal was pretty much done, Zapala brings his skills from Longwood University to East Lansing. The Polish native offers an intrigui…

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A Midsummer Night's Dream/Tornado Warning - The Only Podcast (7-15-24) 50:13

11d ago50:13

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0-9: NCAA Football video game is BACK. Our families are not prepared. 9-15: Conference realignment prognostications 15-30: Previewing the NEW Big Ten football conference 30-45: Football non-Conference scheduling strategies moving forward 45-fin: Xavier Tillman, NBA Champion! Saddi Washington, new Assistant coa- WELP, GOTTA GO!…

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Mental Health Resources with Joe Ankus 39:58

19d ago39:58

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Due to his lived experience with stress and anxiety in the practice of law, Joe Ankus was inspired to get involved in mental health education in the legal profession. Molly Ranns and JoAnn Hathaway talk with Joe about his passion for coming alongside attorneys experiencing mental health challenges and increasing support in all areas of legal. Joe e…

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Learning about the MSU Gender and Sexuality Campus Center 18:46

16d ago18:46

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SEND US FAN MAIL Mike and Harley speak with Grace Wojcik, the Director of the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center (GSCC). They discuss the resources and support that the GSCC provides for LGBTQIA2S+ students, including educational resources, fun events, and advocacy work. To learn more about the GSCC and resources it provides, please visit https://g…

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MSU football: Jonathan Smith’s best quote at Big Ten Media Days was refreshing | Michigan State 29:27

1d ago29:27

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Michigan State had its time to shine at Big Ten Media Days as Jonathan Smith addressed the media. He touched on Aidan Chiles, his move from Oregon State to MSU, the progress that’s been made this summer, but there was one quote that stood out amongst the rest. Plus, we chat with Spencer McLaughlin of Locked On College Football about this season’s e…

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MSU football low Big Ten preseason poll ranking a blessing? How Aidan Chiles can hit ground running 30:32

3d ago30:32

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Michigan State football was buried in the Big Ten preseason poll, coming in at No. 16…but is it better for a team to be doubted heading into the season? And with dual threat quarterback Aidan Chiles gearing up for his sophomore season, what can he do between now and kickoff to get his season started on the right note? We chat with former MSU quarte…

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Jonathan Smith can start setting tone for MSU football NOW at Big Ten Media Days 28:53

4d ago28:53

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Big Ten Media Days are about to kickoff in Indianapolis and it could be the perfect time for Jonathan Smith to start laying down the foundation of MSU’s identity for years to come. From what he can say to make this week a win to what we want to hear from Nate Carter, Dillon Tatum and Jack Velling, we chat with Brendan Moore of Spartans Illustrated.…

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Will MSU basketball surpass expectations?; Frankie Fiddler, Jeremy Fears ready to hold the keys? 30:51

5d ago30:51

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Michigan State basketball has no shortage of question marks ahead of a big 2024-25 season, but just WHAT IF those question marks all work out? And is Jeremy Fears and Frankie Fiddler ready to hold the keys of this program? And will Xavier Booker be the most improved Spartan, or could it be another candidate like Coen Carr or Jaxon Kohler? We sit do…

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Is there optimism beyond the MSU football projections?; What will Jonathan Smith improve immediately 28:35

8d ago28:35

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The SP+ numbers for Michigan State football have come out, and they aren't too kind for our Spartans. HOWEVER, is there context we can add that will give us a rosier outlook at Jonathan Smith, Brian Lindgren and Joe Rossi's first season in East Lansing? And will the offensive and defensive lines be too much to overcome, or will key players like D'Q…

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MSU Players at Moneyball 2024 56:10

6d ago56:10

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July 18, 2024: Moneyball, the free pro-am tournament featuring Michigan State's roster and various current and former D1, D2 players is once again under way in the Lansing area. Hosted at Holt High School, the tournament highlights 12 of MSU's 13 scholarship players with only Jeremy Fears left out while recovering from his surgery over Christmas fr…

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Why Jonathan Smith and MSU football recruiting strategy matters; MSU football in College Football 25 30:26

10d ago30:26

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Over the last month we’ve been discussing Jonathan Smith being deliberate and efficient with his recruiting visits and battles…but why is that important? And was Michigan State football recruiting a total dud under Mel Tucker, or were there redeeming qualities to his method vs. Smith’s? Plus, we get into the MSU 2024 football roster and how it stac…

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MSU football recruiting lessons from Jonathan Smith; Bryson Williams commits to MSU 2025 class 29:33

12d ago29:33

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Michigan State football has gone through a very different off-season than what Spartan fans are used to the last few years, so what have we learned so far? From how Jonathan Smith operates the recruiting board to how he navigates the portal, we have learned good lessons that can stick around for years to come here. Plus, 3-star athlete Bryson Willi…

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Will College Athletes Soon be Employees? Sports Legal Expert Prof. Michael McCann Weighs In 37:53

2d ago37:53

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July 11, 2024: We are lucky to have the best expert in the legal field, Professor Michael McCann, join us for a deep discussion on what is happening to the NCAA from a legal perspective. Professor McCann was on the legal team for Maurice Clarett's when he sued the NFL and helped write the book on Ed O'Bannon's legal challenge for NIL. Today's discu…

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Signs of improvement from MSU football, Jonathan Smith to look for; Bryson Williams decision coming 30:01

16d ago30:01

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What are we looking for in year one of the Jonathan Smith Era of Michigan State football to show that it will get better around here? From coaching to each side of the ball, we highlight what we will be taking away from this season. Plus, we look at the Bryson Williams commitment that's right around the corner and debate if MSU's ceiling is truly 1…

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Is Malik Spencer the TOP returner for MSU football?; Jalen Thompson ready to set tone on pass rush? 29:11

18d ago29:11

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Michigan State football saw a lot of transfers that we are excited about enter the program this off-season...but what about some love for the guys that were already here? Football whiz Al Karsten joins the show to talk about the best players returning from last year's Spartan team from Malik Spencer to Brennan Parachek. Plus, we talk about where th…

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MSU football recruiting hitting snare, or is it all good?; Derrick Simmons, Braylon Collier will shine 27:32

19d ago27:32

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After a stretch of targets and official visitors going elsewhere, is there reason to be concerned about this class that ranks outside the top 50 nationally, or is this all simply part of the process? We chat with Ryan O'Bleness off the heels of Grant Beerman, Darius Afalava and Houston Torres choosing schools that aren't Michigan State football. Pl…

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Robbie Hummel - What Happened to MSU, Purdue Making the Final 4, and more 40:23

19d ago40:23

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July 5, 2024: Robbie Hummel returned to the show again to talk Big Ten Hoops, Purdue making the Final Four, the prospects of Zach Edey in the NBA, and what went wrong with Michigan State last year. Robbie brings his usual honest and folksy analysis to college basketball with a small dose of Indiana Hoosier shade. Are you looking for collegiate appa…

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Brennan Parachek, Aziah Johnson set to breakout for MSU football? Olympian Heath Baldwin joins the show 31:03

22d ago31:03

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Michigan State football is going to need some under-the-radar names to shine for them this fall, so who should we be keeping an eye on ahead of the season? From pass catchers like tight end Brennan Parachek and wide receiver Aziah Johnson to Khalil Majeed on the defensive side of the ball, we highlight some Spartans to know before kickoff. We are t…

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Did Tom Izzo do ENOUGH for MSU basketball this off-season? We ask Steven Izzo that and more! 33:20

24d ago33:20

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Former MSU basketball player and forever fan favorite Steven Izzo joins the show for a wide-ranging chat. From how MSU basketball has done this off-season, to the emergence of Jeremy Fears to Tom Izzo's retirement, it's a packed first segment. We then talk about his experience sharing his adoption story, playing for the program he grew up watching …

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Any concerns with MSU football recruiting? NOT HERE (for now); Spending CMU's money owed back 33:00

26d ago33:00

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Michigan State and Jonathan Smith are sitting on 14 commits for the 2025 class but, with all of them being 3-stars, is there any concern with how things are going? We talk with the iconic MSU Chief of Propaganda to discuss why there's not concern now, and why things are going the way they are. Plus, we get to mailbag questions on what's the goal fo…

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MSU football recruiting is RAINING with commits; Why offensive line recruiting can be trusted 30:46

29d ago30:46

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Michigan State football and Jonathan Smith saw a boom in their 2025 class over the last two days with four commits adding their names. From Aydan West, Derrick Simmons and Cal Thrash on the defensive side of the ball to Justin Bell on the offensive side, where does each kid stack and what will they bring to East Lansing? Plus, we take a look at Jim…

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Summer 2024 Recruiting Update 1:14:37

27d ago1:14:37

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June 27, 2024: It might be the off season but that doesn't mean Michigan State's coaching staff isn't busy working on its future roster. With the era of the transfer portal, roster construction has changed and the importance a staff puts on new recruits has altered. The Spartans, however, have been operating similar to how they have in the past wit…

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The facts of Jonathan Smith and MSU football recruiting in 2024; LB commit Charles "DJ" White joins 31:23

1M ago31:23

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Continuing from the Kaden Strayhorn committing to Michigan saga, we are going to attempt to relay the facts of how Jonathan Smith operates not just at Michigan State, but also in his past. Why didn't they land him, and what numbers from Smith's past can be shown to teach Spartan fans a lesson of how deliberate he is with who visits and who doesn't.…

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MSU football recruiting nabs underrated George Mullins; Kaden Strayhorn commits to UM 33:08

1M ago33:08

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MSU football had five visitors on campus over the weekend and scored one commit (so far) from 3-star cornerback George Mullins. Why do we love his tape, and who else was on campus this weekend? We also riff on the latest rivalry recruiting news as Kaden Strayhorn commits to Michigan and whether or not Jonathan Smith was "scared" to recruit him or j…

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MSU football is on WHAT Big Ten tier in 2024?; Which MSU basketball newcomers will contribute? 31:52

1M ago31:52

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Michigan State football will kickoff its 2024 as a team that's in the middle of the pack in the Big Ten, but what teams are they ahead of and who are they behind? We talk with Sean Merriman of FOX Sports and go through where our Spartans and the other 17 teams stand ahead of the inaugural new Big Ten season. Plus, we head to the hardwood to talk ab…

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Jay Bilas on MSU with Fears, End of the Pac-12, and the NCAA. 40:31

1M ago40:31

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June 20, 2024: College basketball analyst and ESPN commentator, Jay Bilas, returns the show to discuss the college basketball landscape again. After our discussion with Jay last summer, we wanted to get his expanded thoughts on the direction the NCAA athletics has moved over the past year and where it is headed. The House decision is awaiting appro…

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MSU football recruiting adds 3-stars Charles Taplin, Jayden Savoury; Who reaches a final four next? 30:37

1M ago30:37

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Michigan State football recruiting added another pair of names to the 2025 class as wide receiver Charles Taplin and tight end Jayden Savoury committed to the Spartans. What will each kid bring to the class, and how does MSU recruiting stack up nationally for the 2025 class? Plus, recruiting news and notes on newly offered offensive tackle Justin B…

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What will "success" be for MSU football, Jonathan Smith in year one?; MSU in NCAA Football 2025 32:16

1M ago32:16

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What has to happen for Michigan State football and Jonathan Smith for year one to be deemed a success? And is offensive line coach Jim Michalczik the best hire Smith made this off-season? We talk with Chris Vannini of The Athletic to pick his brain about the year ahead for MSU football. Plus, we talk about which game MSU and their opponent can’t lo…

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2025 MSU football recruiting: Michigan commit & Ohio 4-star LB visiting this weekend 27:06

1M ago27:06

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Michigan State football recruiting is set to host six recruits this weekend, from class commit Emmett Bork to 4-stars Bobby Kanka and Grant Beerman. Where does each visitor stack up in the recruiting rankings, and who is the top competition for the Spartans. We are then joined by Locked On recruiting expert Brian Smith to pick his brain about Jonat…

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Saddi Washington Joins the Coaching Staff 39:05

1M ago39:05

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June 13, 2024: One of the worst kept secrets came to fruition as Tom Izzo and the Spartans officially named former UM assistant coach, Saddi Washington, as a new assistant coach. Despite his 8 year stint in Ann Arbor, Saddi actually has very deep ties to Michigan State as his father, Stan, was a former star at MSU from 1964-66. Saddi Washington wil…

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Has MSU football improved at every offensive position?; What numbers favor MSU's secondary & more 31:36

1M ago31:36

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Jonathan Smith, Brian Lindgren and the coaching staff have had a busy off-season retooling the roster, but did it leave the offense in a better situation across the board? We take a position-by-position look from Aidan Chiles and the quarterbacks to Ashton Lepo and the lineman with Brendan Moore of Spartan Illustrated. But first, what numbers favor…

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MSU football recruiting adds WR Braylon Collier, OL Drew Nichols to 2025 class; Where does MSU project for '24? 30:25

2M ago30:25

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Michigan State football recruiting got a lift this weekend with speedy wide receiver Braylon Collier and interior offensive lineman Drew Nichols adding their names to the 2025 class. What will each player offer to Jonathan Smith and the Spartans? Plus, who did MSU just shockingly jump in the recruiting rankings? Plus, we get into where MSU projects…

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How to Dissect and Understand Your Cyber Insurance Policy 32:06

2M ago32:06

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Cyber threats abound in our modern world, and lawyers and law firms are prime targets due to the sensitive nature of the information they hold in trust for clients. As such, cyber insurance is becoming a necessity for attorneys, but many feel overwhelmed by the numerous options available to them and how policies change as cyber risks evolve. To hel…

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Post-Spring 2024 Early Preview 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

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Send us a Text Message. The 2023 college football season is behind us. Andy and Reggie take an early peek at the rosters and position groups of Michigan and Ohio State for the 2024 season. With 12 weeks to go until kickoff, optimism is high for both our teams, with both expected to enter 2024 in the top ten. Let's get this thing started!…

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Tom Izzo makes great hire in Saddi Washington; MSU football recruiting weekend primer 14:00

2M ago14:00

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Michigan State basketball makes its final assistant spot official with the hiring of former Michigan assistant coach Saddi Washington. Why do we love this hire by Tom Izzo, and what are the other moves made inside the program? We also take a look at the weekend ahead of recruiting for Jonathan Smith and MSU recruiting, from Braylon Collier potentia…

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NCAA Tourney to expand, NCAA ain't going anywhere and more with Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News 1:14:07

2M ago1:14:07

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June 6, 2024: We were joined again this week with prolific sports columnist Mike DeCourcy of the Sporting News to talk college hoops. DeCourcy is also a regular on the BTN so he follows the Big Ten very closely as well as the college basketball landscape in general. We talked about what the Big Ten expansion means for basketball by adding a famed p…

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MSU football set for BIG changes in run game?; How Joe Rossi will improve MSU's defense instantly 32:44

2M ago32:44

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Football whiz Al Karsten joins the show to offer his knowledge on all things Michigan State football. From last year's run game to this upcoming fall, what will the biggest differences be and how will running backs Nate Carter and Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams benefit from them? We also take a gander at Joe Rossi's defensive scheme, how its designed to make …

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MSU football's most intriguing 2024 game is...; True or false on Tom Izzo, MSU recruiting & more 31:57

2M ago31:57

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Michigan State football has no shortage of must-see games coming up, but if we could only watch three...which ones are we choosing? From the measuring stick of Jonathan Smith's program to what other teams in the conference will look like, Kevin Grech of @spartan_pod and Matt discuss their three most intriguing games. Then, a game of "True or False"…

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Top 5 MSU football transfer portal pickups; Is the Aidan Chiles hype a little too much? 30:56

2M ago30:56

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Michigan State football is nearly done completing its roster for the upcoming season, so we take a look at the top additions to the team this off-season. From D’Quan Douse to Aidan Chiles and everyone in between, who will make the biggest impact for MSU this season? We also get to mailbag questions on Aidan Chiles comparisons and whether or not we …

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MSU football kickoff moved to Friday; MSU WON'T be cutting sports -- can it work in today's NCAA? 30:48

2M ago30:48

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Graham Couch of the Lansing State Journal and The Couch And The Rube Podcast joins the show to talk about his recent chat with MSU athletic director Alan Haller. From keeping non-revenue sports alive to people calling for Haller's firing and from Central Michigan being silent to Spartan Stadium naming rights, we hit on every topic that Graham got i…

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Ranking the Best MSU Teams That Didn't Win it All 1:19:21

2M ago1:19:21

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May 30, 2024: Summer brings us time to reflect on the Spartan teams of the past and current events in the college basketball world. Today, we decided to riff off a column by Graham Couch from the LSJ and look back at past MSU teams to rank which teams were the best that never won it all. Although the LSJ column focused just on past Izzo teams, Rod …

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MSU football recruiting official visit season is OPEN; Which 4-stars are set to visit this weekend? 31:06

2M ago31:06

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What MSU football records can Aidan Chiles realistically break?; Who steps up to lead MSU's defense? 33:56

2M ago33:56

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There is no shortage of hype around Aidan Chiles this off-season, but can he realistically break any MSU passing records while at MSU? We found two single-season records that could be in danger the next few years should he hit his potential. And between Cal Haladay, Jordan Hall, Dillon Tatum, Malik Spencer and more, who will be the heartbeat and le…

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MSU football’s ceiling is HOW many wins? Does MSU need to shore up NIL, or is it smart spending? 31:58

2M ago31:58

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Michigan State football and basketball are both heading into massive seasons for different reasons, but one line item remains the same – their floor and ceiling is a wide gap. What has us thinking MSU football can get up to nine wins, and just how good can Tom Izzo and the basketball team be this upcoming season? And also…where is the basement for …

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Addressing Quality Mental Health Intervention 27:54

2M ago27:54

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SEND US FAN MAIL If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out to an available resource for help. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text 988 and speak with someone immediately. Immediate Crisis Intervention: Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, t…

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Has MSU football improved at every position on defense?; No complaining allowed for Friday games 36:15

2M ago36:15

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There's been plenty of roster turnover and exciting additions for Michigan State football this off-season on the defensive side of the ball. Which position groups got better and which got worse from last year? We talk with Maxwell Klitzke to talk about who improved from the cornerbacks under the new haul of Lejond Cavazos and Ed Woods to the depart…

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Welcome to the BiG USC. Trojan basketball with Marc Kulkin. 39:39

2M ago39:39

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May 23, 2024: One of the new additions to the Big Ten this year will be the USC Trojans. Best known for their football, the Trojans have had some success on the hard court as well. Especially located in Southern California, USC has access to some great talent and money. However, USC just had their long time coach, Andy Ensfield, depart for other op…

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Jonathan Smith showing good GM'ing for MSU football and other lessons learned this off-season 30:17

2M ago30:17

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MSU football head coach Jonathan Smith isn't one to draw headlines and we're only a few months into his tenure, but what have we learned about him and the Spartans so far? From how he structures a roster from behind the scenes to his assistants that are hitting the ground running, we talk about what's been moving the needle in East Lansing. Support…

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Top spring transfers for MSU football; Can Brian Lindgren’s offense be an instant success? 29:47

2M ago29:47

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As we know by now, Michigan State football has been busy in the portal cycle – especially this spring. We try to sort out the top end talent with Al Karsten as we rank our top three pickups this spring by Jonathan Smith. We then talk about what Al has been loving when he’s watching Brian Lindgren’s offense and what could translate over immediately …

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