Spartans Illustrated
banner
spartansillust.bsky.social
Spartans Illustrated
@spartansillust.bsky.social
Telling the stories of Michigan State University's student-athletes and recruits. Part of the Rivals network.
Contact us: SpartansIllustrated@gmail.com
Michigan State takes on Oakland in Detroit.
December 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
After Tuesday night's win vs Toledo, Tom Izzo talked about his players taking responsibility for their lackluster second half.

"If you’re not improving while you’re winning, it’s eventually going to catch up with you.”

app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
Tom Izzo is not satisfied with merely winning games — he has his sights set on much higher goals | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State's dominant Tuesday night victory over Toledo is a lesson on what it takes to win a championship.
app.lockerverse.com
December 17, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Michigan State dominates Toledo, 92-69, to improve to 10-1 on the 2025-2026 season.

Read the full game recap here:
Michigan State handles Toledo with ease, 92-69, to improve to 10-1 on the season | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State dominated Toledo from the start, building an early lead with a first-half Jaxon Kohler double-double and balanced contributions from the...
app.lockerverse.com
December 17, 2025 at 2:22 AM
The Spartans host the Rockets tonight, streaming on Peacock.
December 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald is targeting Winston DeLattiboudere III as his defensive line coach, according to multiple reports.

DeLattiboudere currently coaches for the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals.

Read more:
Michigan State head coach Pat Fitzgerald targeting Winston DeLattiboudere III as defensive line coach | Spartans Illustrated
Fitzgerald has selected Winston DeLattiboudere III to be his defensive line coach. More details here.
app.lockerverse.com
December 15, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The Michigan State men’s basketball team is off to a strong 9-1 start (2-0 in the Big Ten) on the 2025-2026 season.

How does this year’s squad compare to past Tom Izzo teams through the first 10 games of a season?

Austen Flores takes a look back:
Ranking Michigan State's best 10-game starts to a season under Tom Izzo | Spartans Illustrated
Where the 2025-2026 season ranks among Izzo's best starts throughout his career.
app.lockerverse.com
December 15, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Football season may be over in East Lansing, but the good Doctor still has thoughts and suggestions regarding the 35 traditional bowl games. Check out his latest picks only on Spartans Illustrated. This one is on the house.
app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
Bad Betting Advice: 2025 Bowl Season | Spartans Illustrated
Football season may be over in East Lansing, but the good Doctor still has thoughts and suggestions regarding the 35 traditional bowl games.
app.lockerverse.com
December 15, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
A career day by Divine Ugochukwu in his first start helps lift the Spartans to a narrow win at Penn State.

Despite poor play, Michigan State rode 23 points, including 5-5 shooting from 3-point range by Ugochukwu to a 2-0 start in Big Ten play.
Michigan State unleashes Divine Ugochukwu in narrow 76-72 win at Penn State | Spartans Illustrated
The Spartans overcame turnover problems while sophomore Divine Ugochukwu shined in his first career start Saturday at Penn State.
app.lockerverse.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Spartans take on the Nittany Lions today.
December 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
MSU is done for the year, but Dr. Green and White (Paul Fanson) is back with a recap of Championship Weekend and a preview and analysis of the 12-team college football playoff.

Did the committee get it right? (No.)
Who will win it all?

Find out here:
app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
Against All Odds: 2025 Championship Weekend Recap | Spartans Illustrated
Dr. Green and White reviews the results of Championship Weekend and provides a preview of the college football playoff
app.lockerverse.com
December 11, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
News: Sources tell Spartans Illustrated that former Michigan State linebacker Max Bullough is returning to East Lansing to serve as Pat Fitzgerald’s linebackers coach and co-defensive coordinator.

More details:
Former Spartan great Max Bullough to return to East Lansing as linebackers coach and co-defensive coordinator | Spartans Illustrated
The former All-America linebacker will join Pat Fitzgerald's staff after two years on the Notre Dame staff
app.lockerverse.com
December 11, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Walk-on offensive lineman Rashawn Rogers reportedly intends to enter the transfer portal.
Michigan State Transfer Portal Tracker 2025-2026: IOL Gavin Broscious intends to enter | Spartans Illustrated
Track all of Michigan State's offseason transfer portal tracker activity here.
app.lockerverse.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:53 PM
In the latest episode of @thewegotitpod.bsky.social, Jonah and Abby evaluate where Spartan hoops is at this point in the year, break down Fitzgerald's first week, and discuss the mega donation by Greg and Dawn Williams.

app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
The We Got It! Podcast: Izzo Pissed & Greg Billiams | Spartans Illustrated
Check out the newest episode of the the We Got It! podcast
app.lockerverse.com
December 8, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
In a WILD week for Michigan State, Abby and Jonah make sure you don't miss a thing. From the basketball team's first set back, Fitzgerald's first week, and a 401 million dollar donation - they got you covered!

Watch: youtu.be/Yi-RvJg9510

Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/1urn...
S2. Ep. 14: Izzo Pissed & Greg Billiams
YouTube video by the We Got It! podcast
youtu.be
December 8, 2025 at 1:21 AM
"Is pissed off in there?"

Michigan State's head coach was angry, mostly at himself, for letting yet another opportunity to slay Duke on the hardwood pass his program by.

More, both positive and reflective, from Izzo here:
Tom Izzo is still chasing Duke, and that fire could propel the Spartans to the next level | Spartans Illustrated
Following Saturday's loss to Duke, Izzo wore his emotions on his sleeve. "I take full responsibility... I'll make damn sure that doesn't happen again."
app.lockerverse.com
December 7, 2025 at 6:16 PM
The Spartans will try to avoid the sweep in Ann Arbor tonight against the Wolverines at 7 p.m. ET streaming on B1G+.
December 6, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
A season low shooting performance doomed Michigan State to yet another home loss against Duke, giving the Spartans their first defeat of the season after falling 66-60.

Full game recap:
Michigan State men's basketball suffers first loss of the season to Duke, falling 66-60 | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State suffered its first loss of the season to Duke at home on Saturday in a season-low shooting performance.
app.lockerverse.com
December 6, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
In addition to Joe Rossi, Pat Fitzgerald is set to retain safeties coach James Adams.

PeteThamel was first to report.

app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
Pat Fitzgerald to retain safeties coach James Adams at Michigan State | Spartans Illustrated
Pat Fitzgerald as retained safeties coach James Adams as part of his 2026 coaching staff. More details here.
app.lockerverse.com
December 6, 2025 at 4:55 PM
No. 7 Michigan State hosts No. 4 Duke at noon on FOX.
December 6, 2025 at 4:21 PM
The No. 3 Spartans host the No. 1 Wolverines tonight at Munn Ice Arena.
December 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Michigan State's football season is over, but Dr. Green and White (Paul Fanson) has broken down all likely playoff scenarios based on the nine Championship Weekend contests. Check out this free bonus coverage only on Spartans Illustrated.
app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
Bad Betting Advice, 2025 Championship Week and Playoff Scenarios | Spartans Illustrated
We break down each likely playoff scenario and provide a little friendly wagering recommendations
app.lockerverse.com
December 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Reposted by Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State released the employment terms for new head football coach Pat Fitzgerald and it is quite the incentives heavy pay structure, at least compared to immediate predecessor Jonathan Smith.

Full details by clicking the link:
Salary, benefits, and performance incentives for new head football coach Pat Fitzgerald released by Michigan State | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State will pay Pat Fitzgerald $5 million in year one and increase it to $7 million by year five under his new hiring terms released by the school.
app.lockerverse.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Seven Spartans earned Big Ten honors, including Ryan Eckley who received first-team accolades and was named as the Big Ten Eddleman-Fields Punter of the Year.

Nick Marsh, Jack Velling, Omari Kelly, Matt Gulbin, Jordan Hall and Wayne Matthews also honored:
Multiple Michigan State football players earn 2025 All-Big Ten Honors | Spartans Illustrated
Seven Spartans were given All-Big Ten honors for the 2025 season. Ryan Eckley is the Big Ten's Punter of the Year.
app.lockerverse.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Michigan State's head coach Tom Izzo valued his team's "toughness" against Iowa Tuesday night, but is still sorting out who will emerge among his players as he continues to pursue growth and tinker with the roster.

More from Izzo after the Iowa win:
Izzo praises toughness, leadership, and connectivity in MSU’s commanding win over Iowa | Spartans Illustrated
Michigan State shook off a slow start and dominated Iowa with a 19-point conference-opener, improving to 8-0 on the season. Izzo broke down the win...
app.lockerverse.com
December 4, 2025 at 3:37 AM
It's been a busy week! Don't miss out on all that's happened in this week's episode of @theWEGOTITpod. From football's coaching change, to basketball's Feast Week success, and everything in-between; Abby and Jonah have you covered.

app.lockerverse.com/spartans-ill...
Spartans Illustrated
Welcome to the new home of Spartans Illustrated!
portal.lockerverse.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM