No. 18 Michigan State set for rematch with Arizona State
This was the moment early last season when Michigan State's offense hit its first major snag. Faced with a tricky nonconference test on the road, the Spartans wasted opportunities throughout the game and eventually lost to Arizona State on a last-second field goal. "It don't sit with me right," wide receiver Weston Bridges said.
Dantonio win away from all-time wins mark at Michigan State
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Mark Dantonio's name will soon stand alone atop the list of all-time winningest football coaches at Michigan State. On the cusp of breaking Duffy Daugherty's record, Dantonio said he is thankful for all the people on the field, sideline and behind the scenes that have played a huge part in his success.
WATCH: Offense responds for No. 19 Spartans in 51-17 win over WMU
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Darrell Stewart had 10 catches for 185 yards, and No. 19 Michigan State's maligned offense scored touchdowns on its first three drives on the way to a 51-17 win over Western Michigan on Saturday night that gave coach Mark Dantonio a share of the school record for victories.
No. 19 Spartans have room for improvement against WMU
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Mark Dantonio made it clear this week that No. 19 Michigan State needs to approach this next game with a sense of urgency. "I think our guys will have motivation this week," the Spartans' coach said. "What do you think?"
Dantonio can tie record when No. 19 Spartans host WMU
Western Michigan (1-0) at No. 19 Michigan State (1-0), Saturday at 7:40 p.m. EDT (BTN). Line: Michigan State by 16. Series record: Michigan State leads 13-2. WHAT'S AT STAKE? Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio made it clear he wasn't pleased with the offensive performance in last week's 28-7 win over Tulsa. He expects the Spartans to be ready this coming weekend. Motivation...
WATCH: Dantonio blunt about Spartans' mistakes in opener
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - One more win would give Mark Dantonio a share of the school record. The Michigan State coach is in no mood to celebrate. "Football is a game of effort, toughness and knowing what to do. Half of our team figured that out, half of it didn't," Dantonio said Tuesday. "We will make sure that other half gets it figured out this week."
WATCH: No. 18 Michigan State tops Tulsa in 28-7 opening night win
Raequan Williams knocked the ball out, and Kenny Willekes recovered it in the end zone.
Tulsa the first test for No. 18 Michigan State's offense
Tulsa (3-9 last season) at No. 18 Michigan State (7-6), Friday at 7:05 p.m. Eastern (FS1). Line: Michigan State by 23. Series record: First meeting. WHAT'S AT STAKE? It's the first chance for Michigan State to show off any offensive improvements after the Spartans scored only 32 points in their last four games last season. The Spartans shuffled roles around among offensive...
WATCH: Spartans saying little about offense that needs improvement
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Later this week, the mystery surrounding Michigan State's offense will finally end. Until then, the Spartans aren't revealing much. "Friday night, after the game, we'll be able to brag about it a little bit," quarterback Brian Lewerke said. "But as for now, we can't really do too much."
WATCH: Changes abound as Michigan State tries to fix offense
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Seven months ago, Mark Dantonio shook up his offensive staff, keeping his assistants but switching their roles around. It was a move that reflected the state of the Michigan State program - not necessarily panicking, but certainly aware of some recent shortcomings.
Dantonio keeps offensive changes under wraps at media day
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Raequan Willams bluntly outlined the expectations for Michigan State this coming season. "Big Ten championship," the senior defensive end said. "That's what we want. Anything less would be a failure."
Joey Hauser transferring from Marquette to Michigan State
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Marquette forward Joey Hauser is transferring to Michigan State. The Spartans announced the addition of Hauser on Tuesday. He averaged 9.7 points and 5.3 rebounds a game as a freshman in 2018-19. Michigan State coach Tom Izzo says the Spartans recruited Hauser out of high school and are familiar with him. Hauser said in a statement that he can't wait to take...
Michigan State adds forward Julius Marble to 3-player class
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Michigan State has added a third player to its basketball recruiting class. Julius Marble signed a letter of intent on Wednesday to play for coach Tom Izzo next season. The 6-foot-8 forward will be a relatively unheralded freshman along with highly touted guard Mark Watts and forward Malik Hall on a talented and experienced team .
Michigan State's Winston staying in school, Ward leaving
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - All-America guard Cassius Winston wants to accomplish more at Michigan State. He is coming back for his senior season. "It will always be my goal to play in the NBA, but that's a dream that can wait a year," Winston said Friday. Teammate Nick Ward said he is entering the draft and plans to sign with an agent and end his college career.
Michigan State's Tom Izzo signs star guard Mark Watts
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Michigan State has signed 6-foot-3 guard Mark "Rocket" Watts. The school announced Wednesday it received a letter of intent from Watts, who attends SPIRE Academy in Ohio and is from Detroit. He joins 6-foot-8 forward Malik Hall in Tom Izzo's recruiting class.
WATCH: Dantonio & Lewerke following Michigan State Spring Game
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Whatever changes Michigan State is making to its offense, Spartans fans may have to wait until next season to find out. New offensive coordinator Brad Salem is keeping his comments fairly vague.
Michigan State falls short in comeback in Final Four, loses 61-51
The buzzer sounded and Tom Izzo walked stoically across the Final Four floor to shake hands with Texas Tech counterpart Chris Beard, complimenting him on his team's toughness and a fine defensive performance.
Michigan State's Tom Izzo may have done best job of career
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Tom Izzo struggled with tears of joy as Michigan State knocked off top-seeded Duke to reach the Final Four. He was emotional again only a few hours later when fans packed the Breslin Center to welcome the gritty Spartans back to campus.
Michigan State's Cassius Winston makes AP All-America team
The season did not end as Zion Williamson and RJ Barrett intended. The fabulous freshmen came to Duke to win a national championship and their bid came up short with a loss to Michigan State in the Elite Eight. Williamson and Barrett still managed to make a bit of history.