Spartan Confidential Podcast https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ en The latest analysis on Michigan State football, basketball and recruiting. From Spartan Stadium to the Breslin Center and everywhere in between, join host Brandon Champion and MLive.com's Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel as they breakdown all the biggest stories from the banks of the Red Cedar. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/83ed23d2-ca3a-11ec-846f-e3254668a849/image/show-cover.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Spartan Confidential Podcast https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ no episodic The latest analysis on Michigan State football, basketball and recruiting. MLive Media Group The latest analysis on Michigan State football, basketball and recruiting. From Spartan Stadium to the Breslin Center and everywhere in between, join host Brandon Champion and MLive.com's Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel as they breakdown all the biggest stories from the banks of the Red Cedar. The latest analysis on Michigan State football, basketball and recruiting. From Spartan Stadium to the Breslin Center and everywhere in between, join host Brandon Champion and MLive.com's Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel as they breakdown all the biggest stories from the banks of the Red Cedar.

]]> audio@advancelocal.com MSU hoops faces crucial offseason after frustrating year https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Michigan State’s season ends after NCAA Tournament loss to North Carolina. What’s next for Tom Izzo and the Spartans? Plus, we look ahead at the hockey team's epic turnaround, and preview their tournament draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:28:53 -0000 MSU hoops faces crucial offseason after frustrating year full 4 40 MLive Media Group Michigan State’s season ends after NCAA Tournament loss to North Carolina. What’s next for Tom Izzo and the Spartans? Plus, we look ahead at the hockey team's epic turnaround, and preview their tournament draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Michigan State’s season ends after NCAA Tournament loss to North Carolina. What’s next for Tom Izzo and the Spartans? Plus, we look ahead at the hockey team's epic turnaround, and preview their tournament draw.

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]]> 1817 Can Michigan State make another patented Tom Izzo tournament run? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ The Spartans dominated Mississippi State in the opening round and face No. 1 seed North Carolina. Meanwhile, the hockey team gets ready for a massive Big Ten Tournament final against the Wolverines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:00:30 -0000 Can Michigan State make another patented Tom Izzo tournament run? full 4 39 MLive Media Group The Spartans dominated Mississippi State in the opening round and face No. 1 seed North Carolina. Meanwhile, the hockey team gets ready for a massive Big Ten Tournament final against the Wolverines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Spartans dominated Mississippi State in the opening round and face No. 1 seed North Carolina. Meanwhile, the hockey team gets ready for a massive Big Ten Tournament final against the Wolverines.

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]]> 1515 It's MSU vs. MSU in the NCAA Tournament https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Michigan State sweats out Selection Sunday, then gets 9 seed to set up MSU showdown vs. Mississippi State. What are the chances the Spartans find more March magic?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 20 Mar 2024 23:17:05 -0000 It's MSU vs. MSU in the NCAA Tournament full 4 38 MLive Media Group Michigan State sweats out Selection Sunday, then gets 9 seed to set up MSU showdown vs. Mississippi State. What are the chances the Spartans find more March magic?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Michigan State sweats out Selection Sunday, then gets 9 seed to set up MSU showdown vs. Mississippi State. What are the chances the Spartans find more March magic? 

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]]> 2165 2024 Big Ten basketball tournament preview https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Michigan State loses at Indiana and now must open Big Ten tourney play vs. Minnesota in Minneapolis. What are the chances the Spartans make a run to secure their spot in March Madness?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Mar 2024 22:02:45 -0000 2024 Big Ten basketball tournament preview full 4 37 MLive Media Group Michigan State loses at Indiana and now must open Big Ten tourney play vs. Minnesota in Minneapolis. What are the chances the Spartans make a run to secure their spot in March Madness?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Michigan State loses at Indiana and now must open Big Ten tourney play vs. Minnesota in Minneapolis. What are the chances the Spartans make a run to secure their spot in March Madness? 

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]]> 1708 Super seniors save Michigan State in Breslin finale https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Malik Hall and Tyson Walker close out their home careers in style, Tre Holloman comes up clutch and tears flow after a must-have senior day win vs. Northwestern.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Mar 2024 21:32:08 -0000 Super seniors save Michigan State in Breslin finale full 4 36 MLive Media Group Malik Hall and Tyson Walker close out their home careers in style, Tre Holloman comes up clutch and tears flow after a must-have senior day win vs. Northwestern.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Malik Hall and Tyson Walker close out their home careers in style, Tre Holloman comes up clutch and tears flow after a must-have senior day win vs. Northwestern. 

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]]> 1566 Bad home losses send Michigan State toward bubble https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Ohio State wins at the buzzer. Xavier Booker starts, then gets benched. Meanwhile, MSU hockey is playing for a Big Ten title! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:22:27 -0000 Bad home losses send Michigan State toward bubble full 4 35 MLive Media Group Ohio State wins at the buzzer. Xavier Booker starts, then gets benched. Meanwhile, MSU hockey is playing for a Big Ten title! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ohio State wins at the buzzer. Xavier Booker starts, then gets benched. Meanwhile, MSU hockey is playing for a Big Ten title!

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]]> 1845 MSU hoops' bumpy ride continues; hockey closes in on Big Ten title https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Michigan State's momentum stalls vs. Iowa, Chris Kapilovic gets a new job and the hockey team is closing in on a Big Ten title.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:54:59 -0000 MSU hoops' bumpy ride continues; hockey closes in on Big Ten title full 4 34 MLive Media Group Michigan State's momentum stalls vs. Iowa, Chris Kapilovic gets a new job and the hockey team is closing in on a Big Ten title.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Michigan State's momentum stalls vs. Iowa, Chris Kapilovic gets a new job and the hockey team is closing in on a Big Ten title. 

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]]> 1708 MSU hoops finding its form ahead of rivalry rematch https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Malik Hall's career night propels Michigan State in State College, but Tom Izzo is still looking for consistency ahead of road game vs. rival Michigan.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:21:40 -0000 MSU hoops finding its form ahead of rivalry rematch full 4 33 MLive Media Group Malik Hall's career night propels Michigan State in State College, but Tom Izzo is still looking for consistency ahead of road game vs. rival Michigan.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Malik Hall's career night propels Michigan State in State College, but Tom Izzo is still looking for consistency ahead of road game vs. rival Michigan. 

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]]> 1595 Bricks in the barn https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Michigan State gives away points at the line in a frustrating loss to Minnesota. Tom Izzo vents, and Jonathan Smith finalizes his first class of Spartan recruits.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Feb 2024 22:24:05 -0000 Bricks in the barn full 4 32 MLive Media Group Michigan State gives away points at the line in a frustrating loss to Minnesota. Tom Izzo vents, and Jonathan Smith finalizes his first class of Spartan recruits.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Michigan State gives away points at the line in a frustrating loss to Minnesota. Tom Izzo vents, and Jonathan Smith finalizes his first class of Spartan recruits. 

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]]> 2032 Michigan State milestones highlight rivalry win https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Tom Izzo beats Michigan to get win No. 700, Jaden Akins finds his shot, and Michigan State looks primed for a February run through the Big Ten Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Jan 2024 18:54:00 -0000 Michigan State milestones highlight rivalry win full 4 31 MLive Media Group Tom Izzo beats Michigan to get win No. 700, Jaden Akins finds his shot, and Michigan State looks primed for a February run through the Big Ten Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tom Izzo beats Michigan to get win No. 700, Jaden Akins finds his shot, and Michigan State looks primed for a February run through the Big Ten

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]]> 1804 Michigan State's won three straight, midseason mailbag https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Michigan State finally gets a road win by beating Maryland, but faces another tough test at Wisconsin. Also, listener questions about the transfer portal, Tre Holloman, Xavier Booker, MSU's tourney potential and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:32:57 -0000 Michigan State's won three straight, midseason mailbag full 4 30 MLive Media Group Michigan State finally gets a road win by beating Maryland, but faces another tough test at Wisconsin. Also, listener questions about the transfer portal, Tre Holloman, Xavier Booker, MSU's tourney potential and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Michigan State finally gets a road win by beating Maryland, but faces another tough test at Wisconsin. Also, listener questions about the transfer portal, Tre Holloman, Xavier Booker, MSU's tourney potential and more. 

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]]> 2160 Why we’re optimistic on MSU hoops https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ We discuss the Spartans' return to winning ways as Steven Izzo scores, Kyle Austin swears, and Jonathan Smith adds more fresh faces to the football program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 19 Jan 2024 18:20:00 -0000 Why we’re optimistic on MSU hoops full 4 29 MLive Media Group We discuss the Spartans' return to winning ways as Steven Izzo scores, Kyle Austin swears, and Jonathan Smith adds more fresh faces to the football program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We discuss the Spartans' return to winning ways as Steven Izzo scores, Kyle Austin swears, and Jonathan Smith adds more fresh faces to the football program.

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]]> 1998 What's working, what isn't as Michigan State heads to Illinois https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ We take a closer look at the state of Michigan State basketball following a disappointing loss to Northwestern and preview a huge road game at Illinois. Also, some breaking football news.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jan 2024 17:56:45 -0000 What's working, what isn't as Michigan State heads to Illinois full 4 28 MLive Media Group We take a closer look at the state of Michigan State basketball following a disappointing loss to Northwestern and preview a huge road game at Illinois. Also, some breaking football news.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We take a closer look at the state of Michigan State basketball following a disappointing loss to Northwestern and preview a huge road game at Illinois. Also, some breaking football news. 

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]]> 1982 How Michigan State hoops has turned its season around https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ We recap Michigan State's dominant win against Penn State before previewing the Spartans' trip to Northwestern. Also, football updates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 05 Jan 2024 18:16:58 -0000 How Michigan State hoops has turned its season around full 4 27 MLive Media Group We recap Michigan State's dominant win against Penn State before previewing the Spartans' trip to Northwestern. Also, football updates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We recap Michigan State's dominant win against Penn State before previewing the Spartans' trip to Northwestern. Also, football updates. 

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]]> 1845 Takeaways from Jonathan Smith's first MSU recruiting class https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ We break down Jonathan Smith's first recruiting class as Michigan State head coach before discussing what is driving the basketball team's return to form.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 21 Dec 2023 21:44:21 -0000 Takeaways from Jonathan Smith's first MSU recruiting class full 4 26 MLive Media Group We break down Jonathan Smith's first recruiting class as Michigan State head coach before discussing what is driving the basketball team's return to form.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We break down Jonathan Smith's first recruiting class as Michigan State head coach before discussing what is driving the basketball team's return to form. 

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]]> 2151 "Wait for basketball season," they said... https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ We recap Michigan State Basketball's loss to Nebraska before taking a look at changes to the football team's roster and coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:55:35 -0000 "Wait for basketball season," they said... full 4 25 MLive Media Group We recap Michigan State Basketball's loss to Nebraska before taking a look at changes to the football team's roster and coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We recap Michigan State Basketball's loss to Nebraska before taking a look at changes to the football team's roster and coaching staff.

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]]> 1884 Can Michigan State's early-season issues be fixed? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's disappointing loss to Wisconsin and discuss positions the football team will need to target in the transfer portal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:13:43 -0000 Can Michigan State's early-season issues be fixed? full 4 24 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's disappointing loss to Wisconsin and discuss positions the football team will need to target in the transfer portal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's disappointing loss to Wisconsin and discuss positions the football team will need to target in the transfer portal.

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]]> 1979 What is Jonathan Smith's path to success at Michigan State? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State hiring Oregon State's Jonathan Smith to be its next head football coach.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Nov 2023 21:07:32 -0000 What is Jonathan Smith's path to success at Michigan State? full 4 23 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State hiring Oregon State's Jonathan Smith to be its next head football coach.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State hiring Oregon State's Jonathan Smith to be its next head football coach. 

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]]> 1579 Penn State, Arizona hoops on MSU's Thanksgiving menu https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ The confidential crew recaps a trio of Michigan State wins before previewing its football game against Penn State, and a huge Thanksgiving hoops showdown against Arizona.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:34:00 -0000 Penn State, Arizona hoops on MSU's Thanksgiving menu full 4 22 MLive Media Group The confidential crew recaps a trio of Michigan State wins before previewing its football game against Penn State, and a huge Thanksgiving hoops showdown against Arizona.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The confidential crew recaps a trio of Michigan State wins before previewing its football game against Penn State, and a huge Thanksgiving hoops showdown against Arizona. 

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]]> 2107 MSU suffers Champions Classic loss, but its been here before https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the good, bad and the ugly from Michigan State's loss to Duke in the Champions Classic before recapping the football team's latest blowout loss to Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 16 Nov 2023 02:05:54 -0000 MSU suffers Champions Classic loss, but its been here before full 4 21 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the good, bad and the ugly from Michigan State's loss to Duke in the Champions Classic before recapping the football team's latest blowout loss to Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the good, bad and the ugly from Michigan State's loss to Duke in the Champions Classic before recapping the football team's latest blowout loss to Ohio State.

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]]> 2016 James Madison upsets Michigan State. Now what? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State basketball's shocking season-opening loss to James Madison and the football team's much-needed win against Nebraska on Senior Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 Nov 2023 23:15:14 -0000 James Madison upsets Michigan State. Now what? full 4 20 MLive Media Group James Madison upsets Michigan State. Now what? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State basketball's shocking season-opening loss to James Madison and the football team's much-needed win against Nebraska on Senior Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State basketball's shocking season-opening loss to James Madison and the football team's much-needed win against Nebraska on Senior Day.

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]]> 2015 2023-24 Michigan State basketball preview https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's loss to Minnesota before previewing the 2023-24 basketball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Nov 2023 15:54:28 -0000 2023-24 Michigan State basketball preview full 4 19 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's loss to Minnesota before previewing the 2023-24 basketball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's loss to Minnesota before previewing the 2023-24 basketball season.

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]]> 2223 Ranking 9 Michigan State football coaching candidates https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel share nine names that could be potential candidates for Michigan State’s head football coach opening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Oct 2023 03:17:52 -0000 Ranking 9 Michigan State football coaching candidates full 4 18 MLive Media Group Reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel share nine names that could be potential candidates for Michigan State’s head football coach opening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel share nine names that could be potential candidates for Michigan State’s head football coach opening.



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]]> 2142 Confidential Crossover: Rivalry week is here in Michigan https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ Have things cooled after last year's tunnel drama? Do the Spartans stand a chance? MSU beat writer Matt Wenzel joins wolverines reporters Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke for a behind-the-scenes look at how the two teams are handling an important week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:20:00 -0000 Confidential Crossover: Rivalry week is here in Michigan full 4 17 MLive Media Group Have things cooled after last year's tunnel drama? Do the Spartans stand a chance? MSU beat writer Matt Wenzel joins wolverines reporters Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke for a behind-the-scenes look at how the two teams are handling an important week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have things cooled after last year's tunnel drama? Do the Spartans stand a chance? MSU beat writer Matt Wenzel joins wolverines reporters Aaron McMann and Ryan Zuke for a behind-the-scenes look at how the two teams are handling an important week.

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]]> 2035 Michigan State is an underdog at Rutgers https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel preview Michigan State's game at Rutgers before taking a quick look at the basketball team's two 5-star freshmen: Jeremy Fears Jr. and Xavier Booker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:16:22 -0000 Michigan State is an underdog at Rutgers full 4 16 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel preview Michigan State's game at Rutgers before taking a quick look at the basketball team's two 5-star freshmen: Jeremy Fears Jr. and Xavier Booker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel preview Michigan State's game at Rutgers before taking a quick look at the basketball team's two 5-star freshmen: Jeremy Fears Jr. and Xavier Booker.

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]]> 2002 QB questions, Michigan State faces first road test at Iowa https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's sloppy homecoming loss to Maryland before previewing its first road game against Iowa. Also, a look at MSU's Big Ten basketball schedule.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 26 Sep 2023 21:04:04 -0000 QB questions, Michigan State faces first road test at Iowa full 4 15 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's sloppy homecoming loss to Maryland before previewing its first road game against Iowa. Also, a look at MSU's Big Ten basketball schedule.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's sloppy homecoming loss to Maryland before previewing its first road game against Iowa. Also, a look at MSU's Big Ten basketball schedule. 

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]]> 1981 Mel Tucker out, MSU blasted by Washington https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to the latest news in the Mel Tucker saga. Then, they reflect on a woeful performance against Washington's high-powered offense before looking ahead to the Spartans' Big Ten opener against Maryland.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:14:08 -0000 Mel Tucker out, MSU blasted by Washington full 4 14 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to the latest news in the Mel Tucker saga. Then, they reflect on a woeful performance against Washington's high-powered offense before looking ahead to the Spartans' Big Ten opener against Maryland.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to the latest news in the Mel Tucker saga. Then, they reflect on a woeful performance against Washington's high-powered offense before looking ahead to the Spartans' Big Ten opener against Maryland. 

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]]> 2423 Unpacking Mel Tucker's messy suspension + what's next for Michigan State https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to shocking news regarding football coach Mel Tucker before discussing what's next for the football program.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:45:30 -0000 Unpacking Mel Tucker's messy suspension + what's next for Michigan State full 4 13 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to shocking news regarding football coach Mel Tucker before discussing what's next for the football program.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to shocking news regarding football coach Mel Tucker before discussing what's next for the football program. 

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]]> 1665 The good and bad from Michigan State's season-opening win https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap the positives and negatives from Michigan State's season-opening win against Central Michigan. Also, a quick look at MSU hoops' non-conference schedule.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Sep 2023 18:35:05 -0000 The good and bad from Michigan State's season-opening win full 4 12 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap the positives and negatives from Michigan State's season-opening win against Central Michigan. Also, a quick look at MSU hoops' non-conference schedule.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap the positives and negatives from Michigan State's season-opening win against Central Michigan. Also, a quick look at MSU hoops' non-conference schedule. 

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]]> 1776 Central Michigan preview + breaking basketball news https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters take a look at Michigan State's linebackers, secondary and special teams before previewing the season-opener vs. Central Michigan. Also, some breaking basketball news!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Aug 2023 18:58:34 -0000 Central Michigan preview + breaking basketball news full 4 11 MLive Media Group MLive reporters take a look at Michigan State's linebackers, secondary and special teams before previewing the season-opener vs. Central Michigan. Also, some breaking basketball news!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters take a look at Michigan State's linebackers, secondary and special teams before previewing the season-opener vs. Central Michigan. Also, some breaking basketball news! 

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]]> 1924 O-Line, D-Line... Beer Line! https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ The Spartan Confidential team shines the spotlight on the big guys with an in depth look at Michigan State's offensive and defensive lines. Also, alcohol is finally coming to Spartan Stadium.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Aug 2023 19:37:29 -0000 O-Line, D-Line... Beer Line! full 4 10 MLive Media Group The Spartan Confidential team shines the spotlight on the big guys with an in depth look at Michigan State's offensive and defensive lines. Also, alcohol is finally coming to Spartan Stadium.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Spartan Confidential team shines the spotlight on the big guys with an in depth look at Michigan State's offensive and defensive lines. Also, alcohol is finally coming to Spartan Stadium. 

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]]> 1842 Who will emerge as Michigan State's next go-to pass catcher? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State's talented-but-mostly unproven pass catching options for the 2023 football season. Also, realignment's impact on Big Ten basketball.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:30:53 -0000 Who will emerge as Michigan State's next go-to pass catcher? full 4 9 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State's talented-but-mostly unproven pass catching options for the 2023 football season. Also, realignment's impact on Big Ten basketball.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State's talented-but-mostly unproven pass catching options for the 2023 football season. Also, realignment's impact on Big Ten basketball. 

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]]> 1847 Realignment reactions + Who will start at QB and RB? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel offer spirited opinions on college football's latest round of realignment, which includes Washington and Oregon joining an already oversized Big Ten. Then they dig into Michigan State's position battles at quarterback and running back.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 08 Aug 2023 19:48:50 -0000 Realignment reactions + Who will start at QB and RB? full 4 8 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel offer spirited opinions on college football's latest round of realignment, which includes Washington and Oregon joining an already oversized Big Ten. Then they dig into Michigan State's position battles at quarterback and running back.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel offer spirited opinions on college football's latest round of realignment, which includes Washington and Oregon joining an already oversized Big Ten. Then they dig into Michigan State's position battles at quarterback and running back. 

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]]> 1950 MSU Takeaways from Big Ten Media Days https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel talk Michigan State football after Matt's trip to Indianapolis for Big Ten media days.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 01 Aug 2023 21:28:29 -0000 MSU Takeaways from Big Ten Media Days full 4 7 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel talk Michigan State football after Matt's trip to Indianapolis for Big Ten media days.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel talk Michigan State football after Matt's trip to Indianapolis for Big Ten media days. 

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]]> 1936 Moneyball Pro-Am offers first look at Spartan 'OKGs' https://www.mlive.com/spartans/ MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin look to the future of Michigan State basketball with Moneyball Pro-Am observations of the loaded 2023 class and a deep dive into its two commits in the 2024 class.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 07 Jul 2023 20:15:11 -0000 Moneyball Pro-Am offers first look at Spartan 'OKGs' full 4 6 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin look to the future of Michigan State basketball with Moneyball Pro-Am observations of the loaded 2023 class and a deep dive into its two commits in the 2024 class.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin look to the future of Michigan State basketball with Moneyball Pro-Am observations of the loaded 2023 class and a deep dive into its two commits in the 2024 class. 

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]]> 1931 Mady Sissoko's charity work, Big Ten restructuring, and some Spartan football speculation Hundreds of children in rural Mali will have better access to education, health care and clean water thanks to the Mady Sissoko Foundation. We'll hear from Mady, then discuss the Big Ten football schedule in the coming years. Finally, MLive Spartans reporter Matt Wenzel and host Brandon Champion list some young players to watch this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 16 Jun 2023 23:27:00 -0000 Mady Sissoko's charity work, Big Ten restructuring, and some Spartan football speculation full 4 5 MLive Media Group Hundreds of children in rural Mali will have better access to education, health care and clean water thanks to the Mady Sissoko Foundation. We'll hear from Mady, then discuss the Big Ten football schedule in the coming years. Finally, MLive Spartans reporter Matt Wenzel and host Brandon Champion list some young players to watch this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hundreds of children in rural Mali will have better access to education, health care and clean water thanks to the Mady Sissoko Foundation. We'll hear from Mady, then discuss the Big Ten football schedule in the coming years. Finally, MLive Spartans reporter Matt Wenzel and host Brandon Champion list some young players to watch this fall.

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]]> 1875 Michigan State's game vs. Penn State moved to Ford Field, but why? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a spring break to discuss several schedule-related topics including the football team's game vs. Penn State moving to Ford Field in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 May 2023 18:54:00 -0000 Michigan State's game vs. Penn State moved to Ford Field, but why? full 4 4 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a spring break to discuss several schedule-related topics including the football team's game vs. Penn State moving to Ford Field in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a spring break to discuss several schedule-related topics including the football team's game vs. Penn State moving to Ford Field in Detroit.

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]]> 2524 no How concerned should MSU fans be after shocking transfer news? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the impact of starting QB Payton Thorne and No. 1 wide receiver Keon Coleman entering the transfer potal. Also, Michigan State had three players taken in the NFL draft and an offseason basketball update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 02 May 2023 16:18:40 -0000 How concerned should MSU fans be after shocking transfer news? full 4 3 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the impact of starting QB Payton Thorne and No. 1 wide receiver Keon Coleman entering the transfer potal. Also, Michigan State had three players taken in the NFL draft and an offseason basketball update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the impact of starting QB Payton Thorne and No. 1 wide receiver Keon Coleman entering the transfer potal. Also, Michigan State had three players taken in the NFL draft and an offseason basketball update.

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]]> 2276 no What we learned from Michigan State's open spring practice MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss their takeaways and observations from Michigan State's open spring football practice at Spartan Stadium. Also, Malik Hall and Tyson Walker return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Apr 2023 16:11:50 -0000 What we learned from Michigan State's open spring practice full 4 2 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss their takeaways and observations from Michigan State's open spring football practice at Spartan Stadium. Also, Malik Hall and Tyson Walker return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss their takeaways and observations from Michigan State's open spring football practice at Spartan Stadium. Also, Malik Hall and Tyson Walker return.

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]]> 2454 no What we're watching as spring football begins MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss several early storylines from Michigan State spring football practice including an ongoing competition at QB, improved depth on the offensive line, a young secondary and impact transfers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:44:19 -0000 What we're watching as spring football begins full 4 1 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss several early storylines from Michigan State spring football practice including an ongoing competition at QB, improved depth on the offensive line, a young secondary and impact transfers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss several early storylines from Michigan State spring football practice including an ongoing competition at QB, improved depth on the offensive line, a young secondary and impact transfers.

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]]> 2676 no Was Michigan State's wild basketball season a success? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's thrilling OT loss to Kansas State in the Sweet 16 before sharing their takeaways from the season as a whole. Also, storylines we're tracking as the offseason begins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 28 Mar 2023 18:48:24 -0000 Was Michigan State's wild basketball season a success? full 3 36 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's thrilling OT loss to Kansas State in the Sweet 16 before sharing their takeaways from the season as a whole. Also, storylines we're tracking as the offseason begins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's thrilling OT loss to Kansas State in the Sweet 16 before sharing their takeaways from the season as a whole. Also, storylines we're tracking as the offseason begins.

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]]> 1873 no Michigan State, Kansas State set for Sweet 16 showdown MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's NCAA Tournament wins over USC and Marquette before previewing a Sweet 16 matchup with Kansas State at Madison Square Garden. What are the chances the Spartans reach the Final Four? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Mar 2023 16:55:20 -0000 Michigan State, Kansas State set for Sweet 16 showdown full 3 35 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's NCAA Tournament wins over USC and Marquette before previewing a Sweet 16 matchup with Kansas State at Madison Square Garden. What are the chances the Spartans reach the Final Four? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's NCAA Tournament wins over USC and Marquette before previewing a Sweet 16 matchup with Kansas State at Madison Square Garden. What are the chances the Spartans reach the Final Four?

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]]> 2401 no Bonus Drop: Nick Saban swings at collectives and John Ruiz challenges the NCAA, with UCLA quarterback Chase Griffin https://link.chtbl.com/KfcuSTLg In this week's episode of NIL Now, Kevin and Lauren assess Nick Saban’s latest NIL comments about collectives paying players to attend their schools. The hosts then discuss whether or not LifeWallet CEO John Ruiz should be considered a “booster,” after he said he’ll file a lawsuit against the NCAA over his mislabeling as a Miami “booster.” Reddit CFB’s Bobak Ha’Eri brings Reddit's comments on Isaiah Foskey’s claim that he would’ve played somewhere other than Notre Dame if NIL was a big deal in recruiting when he played high school football and the Reddit community’s take on what college football will look like in 5-10 years. Chase Griffin, a quarterback at UCLA and a two-time recipient of the NIL Male Athlete of the Year Award at the NIL Summit, shares his story and thoughts on the importance of using NIL to uplift communities around him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000 bonus MLive Media Group In this week's episode of NIL Now, Kevin and Lauren assess Nick Saban’s latest NIL comments about collectives paying players to attend their schools. The hosts then discuss whether or not LifeWallet CEO John Ruiz should be considered a “booster,” after he said he’ll file a lawsuit against the NCAA over his mislabeling as a Miami “booster.” Reddit CFB’s Bobak Ha’Eri brings Reddit's comments on Isaiah Foskey’s claim that he would’ve played somewhere other than Notre Dame if NIL was a big deal in recruiting when he played high school football and the Reddit community’s take on what college football will look like in 5-10 years. Chase Griffin, a quarterback at UCLA and a two-time recipient of the NIL Male Athlete of the Year Award at the NIL Summit, shares his story and thoughts on the importance of using NIL to uplift communities around him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this week's episode of NIL Now, Kevin and Lauren assess Nick Saban’s latest NIL comments about collectives paying players to attend their schools. The hosts then discuss whether or not LifeWallet CEO John Ruiz should be considered a “booster,” after he said he’ll file a lawsuit against the NCAA over his mislabeling as a Miami “booster.”

Reddit CFB’s Bobak Ha’Eri brings Reddit's comments on Isaiah Foskey’s claim that he would’ve played somewhere other than Notre Dame if NIL was a big deal in recruiting when he played high school football and the Reddit community’s take on what college football will look like in 5-10 years.

Chase Griffin, a quarterback at UCLA and a two-time recipient of the NIL Male Athlete of the Year Award at the NIL Summit, shares his story and thoughts on the importance of using NIL to uplift communities around him.

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]]> 2818 Michigan State looking to revive March magic in NCAA Tournament MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's disappointing performance vs. Ohio State in the Big Ten Tournament before taking a look at their draw in the NCAA Tournament, which features a matchup in Columbus vs. USC and a possible showdown with Big East Champion Marquette. Also, Final Four picks, upset specials and updates on the football team ahead of spring practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 Mar 2023 18:45:44 -0000 Michigan State looking to revive March magic in NCAA Tournament full 3 34 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's disappointing performance vs. Ohio State in the Big Ten Tournament before taking a look at their draw in the NCAA Tournament, which features a matchup in Columbus vs. USC and a possible showdown with Big East Champion Marquette. Also, Final Four picks, upset specials and updates on the football team ahead of spring practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's disappointing performance vs. Ohio State in the Big Ten Tournament before taking a look at their draw in the NCAA Tournament, which features a matchup in Columbus vs. USC and a possible showdown with Big East Champion Marquette. Also, Final Four picks, upset specials and updates on the football team ahead of spring practice.

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]]> 2632 no Bonus Drop: NIL Now on Livvy Dunne’s controversial deal and author’s tips for how all athletes can benefit from NIL In this week's episode of NIL Now, Kevin and Lauren preview NCAA president Charlie Baker's first 100 days in office. The hosts then react to LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne's controversial NIL deal with Caktus AI, an artificial intelligence tool that forced LSU to issue a statement. Reddit CFB’s Bobak Ha’Eri brings his thoughts and Reddit's comments on Baker's mission as the NCAA's leader, and what he predicts the relationship between the NCAA and boosters, such as Miami's John Ruiz, will look like in the future. Mark Koesterer, the founder of The Players NIL and author of "NIL For ALL: A 30-Minute Guide to NIL," details where the NCAA went wrong with NIL and explains the importance of athlete education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 10 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 bonus MLive Media Group In this week's episode of NIL Now, Kevin and Lauren preview NCAA president Charlie Baker's first 100 days in office. The hosts then react to LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne's controversial NIL deal with Caktus AI, an artificial intelligence tool that forced LSU to issue a statement. Reddit CFB’s Bobak Ha’Eri brings his thoughts and Reddit's comments on Baker's mission as the NCAA's leader, and what he predicts the relationship between the NCAA and boosters, such as Miami's John Ruiz, will look like in the future. Mark Koesterer, the founder of The Players NIL and author of "NIL For ALL: A 30-Minute Guide to NIL," details where the NCAA went wrong with NIL and explains the importance of athlete education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this week's episode of NIL Now, Kevin and Lauren preview NCAA president Charlie Baker's first 100 days in office. The hosts then react to LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne's controversial NIL deal with Caktus AI, an artificial intelligence tool that forced LSU to issue a statement.

Reddit CFB’s Bobak Ha’Eri brings his thoughts and Reddit's comments on Baker's mission as the NCAA's leader, and what he predicts the relationship between the NCAA and boosters, such as Miami's John Ruiz, will look like in the future.

Mark Koesterer, the founder of The Players NIL and author of "NIL For ALL: A 30-Minute Guide to NIL," details where the NCAA went wrong with NIL and explains the importance of athlete education.

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]]> 2507 2023 Big Ten tournament preview MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin preview the 2023 Big Ten tournament from a Michigan State angle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Mar 2023 18:38:00 -0000 2023 Big Ten tournament preview full 3 33 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin preview the 2023 Big Ten tournament from a Michigan State angle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin preview the 2023 Big Ten tournament from a Michigan State angle.

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]]> 2083 no Making sense of what happened in Iowa City MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's stunning collapse at Iowa and look back at an emotional win vs. Indiana. How are things looking as the calendar flips to March? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Feb 2023 20:05:00 -0000 Making sense of what happened in Iowa City full 3 32 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's stunning collapse at Iowa and look back at an emotional win vs. Indiana. How are things looking as the calendar flips to March? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's stunning collapse at Iowa and look back at an emotional win vs. Indiana. How are things looking as the calendar flips to March?

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]]> 1904 no Michigan-Michigan State set rivalry aside on emotional night of basketball MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Saturday's emotional scene at Crisler Center where Michigan and Michigan State set their rivalry aside in the name of compassion, humanity and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Feb 2023 19:52:12 -0000 Michigan-Michigan State set rivalry aside on emotional night of basketball full 3 31 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Saturday's emotional scene at Crisler Center where Michigan and Michigan State set their rivalry aside in the name of compassion, humanity and healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Saturday's emotional scene at Crisler Center where Michigan and Michigan State set their rivalry aside in the name of compassion, humanity and healing.

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]]> 1738 no Michigan vs. Michigan State basketball set for rematch Previewing Saturday's Michigan-Michigan State men's basketball game in Ann Arbor. The Spartans took the first meeting; can they make it a sweep? In what will likely be a strange vibe inside Crisler Center, we discuss what to expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 17 Feb 2023 21:31:00 -0000 full 3 30 MLive Media Group Previewing Saturday's Michigan-Michigan State men's basketball game in Ann Arbor. The Spartans took the first meeting; can they make it a sweep? In what will likely be a strange vibe inside Crisler Center, we discuss what to expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Previewing Saturday's Michigan-Michigan State men's basketball game in Ann Arbor. The Spartans took the first meeting; can they make it a sweep? In what will likely be a strange vibe inside Crisler Center, we discuss what to expect.

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]]> 1092 no Where Michigan State stands after another Mackey meltdown MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's close win against Iowa and blowout loss at Purdue. Also, the Spartans have a new defensive line coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:24:00 -0000 Where Michigan State stands after another Mackey meltdown full 3 29 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's close win against Iowa and blowout loss at Purdue. Also, the Spartans have a new defensive line coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's close win against Iowa and blowout loss at Purdue. Also, the Spartans have a new defensive line coach.

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]]> 2136 no What's working, what isn't as Michigan State slogs through Big Ten On episode 100 of MLive's Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's win against Rutgers and tough loss at Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:27:00 -0000 Spartan Confidential: What's working, what isn't as Michigan State slogs through Big Ten full 3 28 MLive Media Group On episode 100 of MLive's Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's win against Rutgers and tough loss at Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On episode 100 of MLive's Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State's win against Rutgers and tough loss at Indiana.

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]]> 1820 no Michigan State must regroup after Malik Hall injury, Purdue loss MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what Malik Hall's latest foot injury means for Michigan State's season before reacting to a pair of tough losses at Illinois and at home against Purdue on MLK Day. Also, the latest football news including Elijah Collins' transfer destination Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 17 Jan 2023 19:01:00 -0000 Michigan State must regroup after Malik Hall injury, Purdue loss full 3 27 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what Malik Hall's latest foot injury means for Michigan State's season before reacting to a pair of tough losses at Illinois and at home against Purdue on MLK Day. Also, the latest football news including Elijah Collins' transfer destination Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what Malik Hall's latest foot injury means for Michigan State's season before reacting to a pair of tough losses at Illinois and at home against Purdue on MLK Day. Also, the latest football news including Elijah Collins' transfer destination

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]]> 1750 no Michigan State is tied for Big Ten lead, but will it last? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's big wins against Michigan and Wisconsin before looking ahead to a rare Friday-Monday 2-step against Illinois and Purdue. Also, Kevin Warren leaves the Big Ten for the Chicago Bears and the latest football news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 12 Jan 2023 19:14:00 -0000 Michigan State is tied for Big Ten lead, but will it last? full 3 26 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's big wins against Michigan and Wisconsin before looking ahead to a rare Friday-Monday 2-step against Illinois and Purdue. Also, Kevin Warren leaves the Big Ten for the Chicago Bears and the latest football news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's big wins against Michigan and Wisconsin before looking ahead to a rare Friday-Monday 2-step against Illinois and Purdue. Also, Kevin Warren leaves the Big Ten for the Chicago Bears and the latest football news.

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]]> 2232 no Michigan-Michigan State basketball preview In advance of the men's basketball game between the Spartans and the Wolverines, Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn recap the teams' seasons so far and discuss the key matchups for Saturday's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 05 Jan 2023 18:30:00 -0000 Michigan-Michigan State basketball preview full 3 25 MLive Media Group In advance of the men's basketball game between the Spartans and the Wolverines, Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn recap the teams' seasons so far and discuss the key matchups for Saturday's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In advance of the men's basketball game between the Spartans and the Wolverines, Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn recap the teams' seasons so far and discuss the key matchups for Saturday's game.

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]]> 1348 no Michigan State riding win streak into rivalry game with Michigan MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's impressive win against Nebraska before previewing a rivalry showdown with Hunter Dickinson and Michigan. Also, the latest football news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Jan 2023 19:28:00 -0000 Michigan State riding win streak into rivalry game with Michigan full 3 24 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's impressive win against Nebraska before previewing a rivalry showdown with Hunter Dickinson and Michigan. Also, the latest football news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's impressive win against Nebraska before previewing a rivalry showdown with Hunter Dickinson and Michigan. Also, the latest football news.

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]]> 1875 no A closer look at Michigan State football's 2023 recruiting class MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State football's 2023 recruiting class, which currently sits Top 25 in the nation, before recapping the basketball team's win against Oakland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Dec 2022 18:59:00 -0000 A closer look at Michigan State football's 2023 recruiting class full 3 23 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State football's 2023 recruiting class, which currently sits Top 25 in the nation, before recapping the basketball team's win against Oakland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State football's 2023 recruiting class, which currently sits Top 25 in the nation, before recapping the basketball team's win against Oakland.

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]]> 2696 no Too early to panic for Michigan State basketball MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball’s disappointing losses against Notre Dame and Northwestern before discussing the latest roster movement on the football team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Dec 2022 18:17:11 -0000 Too early to panic for Michigan State basketball full 3 22 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball’s disappointing losses against Notre Dame and Northwestern before discussing the latest roster movement on the football team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball’s disappointing losses against Notre Dame and Northwestern before discussing the latest roster movement on the football team. 

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]]> 1995 no Recapping 4 games in 4 days for Michigan State MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look ahead to Michigan State football's long offseason after another disappointing loss, this time to Penn State, before recapping the basketball team's 2-1 weekend at the Phil Knight Invitational in Portland. Also, the latest fallout from last month's tunnel incidents at Michigan Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 29 Nov 2022 18:12:36 -0000 Recapping 4 games in 4 days for Michigan State full 3 21 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look ahead to Michigan State football's long offseason after another disappointing loss, this time to Penn State, before recapping the basketball team's 2-1 weekend at the Phil Knight Invitational in Portland. Also, the latest fallout from last month's tunnel incidents at Michigan Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look ahead to Michigan State football's long offseason after another disappointing loss, this time to Penn State, before recapping the basketball team's 2-1 weekend at the Phil Knight Invitational in Portland. Also, the latest fallout from last month's tunnel incidents at Michigan Stadium.

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]]> 2447 no Michigan State hoops impresses vs. Gonzaga, Kentucky MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's close loss to Gonzaga on the USS Abraham Lincoln and its thrilling win in 2 OT against Kentucky in the Champions Classic before discussing the football team's much-needed victory against Rutgers at Spartan Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:20:00 -0000 Michigan State hoops impresses vs. Gonzaga, Kentucky full 3 20 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's close loss to Gonzaga on the USS Abraham Lincoln and its thrilling win in 2 OT against Kentucky in the Champions Classic before discussing the football team's much-needed victory against Rutgers at Spartan Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State basketball's close loss to Gonzaga on the USS Abraham Lincoln and its thrilling win in 2 OT against Kentucky in the Champions Classic before discussing the football team's much-needed victory against Rutgers at Spartan Stadium.

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]]> 2214 no Michigan State keeps bowl hopes alive with win at Illinois MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s gutsy win at Illinois before previewing a home clash with Rutgers. Also, Michigan State hoops wins its opener against Northern Arizona. Can the Spartans hang with mighty Gonzaga?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:43:25 -0000 Michigan State keeps bowl hopes alive with win at Illinois full 3 19 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s gutsy win at Illinois before previewing a home clash with Rutgers. Also, Michigan State hoops wins its opener against Northern Arizona. Can the Spartans hang with mighty Gonzaga?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s gutsy win at Illinois before previewing a home clash with Rutgers. Also, Michigan State hoops wins its opener against Northern Arizona. Can the Spartans hang with mighty Gonzaga? 

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]]> 2178 no Michigan State basketball season preview MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin preview Michigan State's 2022-23 basketball season. The guys go through every player on the roster, taking a closer look at each guys role and season outlook before looking at the season as a whole. Topics include a brutal schedule and a wide open Big Ten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:17:00 -0000 Michigan State basketball season preview full 3 18 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin preview Michigan State's 2022-23 basketball season. The guys go through every player on the roster, taking a closer look at each guys role and season outlook before looking at the season as a whole. Topics include a brutal schedule and a wide open Big Ten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin preview Michigan State's 2022-23 basketball season. The guys go through every player on the roster, taking a closer look at each guys role and season outlook before looking at the season as a whole. Topics include a brutal schedule and a wide open Big Ten.

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]]> 2519 no Fallout from tunnel incidents after Michigan-Michigan State MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the latest news surrounding the troubling incidents that occurred in the Big House tunnel after Michigan's win against rival Michigan State. What we saw, who is to blame, and how will this impact the rest of the Spartans season? Also, a recap of Michigan State basketball's closer-than-expected exhibition win against Grand Valley State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Nov 2022 18:31:00 -0000 Fallout from tunnel incidents after Michigan-Michigan State full 3 17 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the latest news surrounding the troubling incidents that occurred in the Big House tunnel after Michigan's win against rival Michigan State. What we saw, who is to blame, and how will this impact the rest of the Spartans season? Also, a recap of Michigan State basketball's closer-than-expected exhibition win against Grand Valley State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the latest news surrounding the troubling incidents that occurred in the Big House tunnel after Michigan's win against rival Michigan State. What we saw, who is to blame, and how will this impact the rest of the Spartans season? Also, a recap of Michigan State basketball's closer-than-expected exhibition win against Grand Valley State.

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]]> 2518 no Spartans vs. Wolverines: What to expect from the rivalry game Matt Wenzel is joined by U-M beat writers Aaron McMann and Andrew Kahn to talk MSU vs. Michigan, what the game means for both programs, strengths and weaknesses, predictions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 27 Oct 2022 17:37:33 -0000 Spartans vs. Wolverines: What to expect from the rivalry game full 3 16 MLive Media Group Matt Wenzel is joined by U-M beat writers Aaron McMann and Andrew Kahn to talk MSU vs. Michigan, what the game means for both programs, strengths and weaknesses, predictions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Matt Wenzel is joined by U-M beat writers Aaron McMann and Andrew Kahn to talk MSU vs. Michigan, what the game means for both programs, strengths and weaknesses, predictions and more.

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]]> 2138 no Takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State football’s fourth-straight loss, this time to Ohio State, before previewing another big home game against Wisconsin and discussing their takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Oct 2022 18:24:47 -0000 full 3 15 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State football’s fourth-straight loss, this time to Ohio State, before previewing another big home game against Wisconsin and discussing their takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State football’s fourth-straight loss, this time to Ohio State, before previewing another big home game against Wisconsin and discussing their takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days. 

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]]> 2691 no Michigan State looking to pull off historic upset vs. Ohio State MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s latest loss at Maryland before previewing a home clash with the mighty Ohio State Buckeyes. Is there any hope for a historic upset?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Oct 2022 18:25:24 -0000 full 3 14 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s latest loss at Maryland before previewing a home clash with the mighty Ohio State Buckeyes. Is there any hope for a historic upset?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s latest loss at Maryland before previewing a home clash with the mighty Ohio State Buckeyes. Is there any hope for a historic upset? 

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]]> 2319 Will Michigan State qualify for a bowl game in 2022? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s second-straight blowout loss, this time at home to Minnesota, before previewing the Spartans trip east to face an improved Maryland squad. Also, early season basketball storylines as practice begins.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:17:00 -0000 full 3 13 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s second-straight blowout loss, this time at home to Minnesota, before previewing the Spartans trip east to face an improved Maryland squad. Also, early season basketball storylines as practice begins.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s second-straight blowout loss, this time at home to Minnesota, before previewing the Spartans trip east to face an improved Maryland squad. Also, early season basketball storylines as practice begins. 

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]]> 2219 no Will Michigan State bounce back vs. Minnesota?  MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s disappointing loss at Washington before previewing the Spartans’ matchup vs. Minnesota at Spartan Stadium. Also, your questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Sep 2022 18:26:46 -0000 full 3 12 MLive Media Group  MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s disappointing loss at Washington before previewing the Spartans’ matchup vs. Minnesota at Spartan Stadium. Also, your questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s disappointing loss at Washington before previewing the Spartans’ matchup vs. Minnesota at Spartan Stadium. Also, your questions. 

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]]> 2413 no Will Michigan State end West Coast woes vs. Washington? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap the good and bad of Michigan State's 52-0 win against Akron before previewing their tough West Coast trip to Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Sep 2022 18:03:00 -0000 full 3 11 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap the good and bad of Michigan State's 52-0 win against Akron before previewing their tough West Coast trip to Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap the good and bad of Michigan State's 52-0 win against Akron before previewing their tough West Coast trip to Washington.

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]]> 2339 Takeaways from Michigan State's win against Western Michigan MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s season opening win against Western Michigan and look ahead to Saturday’s game against Akron. Topics include major injuries, Jacoby Windmon’s epic debut and young playmakers. Also, your questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Sep 2022 19:19:17 -0000 full 3 10 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s season opening win against Western Michigan and look ahead to Saturday’s game against Akron. Topics include major injuries, Jacoby Windmon’s epic debut and young playmakers. Also, your questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s season opening win against Western Michigan and look ahead to Saturday’s game against Akron. Topics include major injuries, Jacoby Windmon’s epic debut and young playmakers. Also, your questions. 

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]]> 1922 no Are you ready for some football? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from an extended summer break to discuss Michigan State’s outlook for the 2022 football season and preview the Spartans season opener against Western Michigan.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:29:04 -0000 full 3 9 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from an extended summer break to discuss Michigan State’s outlook for the 2022 football season and preview the Spartans season opener against Western Michigan.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from an extended summer break to discuss Michigan State’s outlook for the 2022 football season and preview the Spartans season opener against Western Michigan. 

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]]> 2142 Football camp storylines and Tom Izzo’s recruiting hot streak MLive reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the goings on at Michigan State football’s fall camp, including preseason storylines and players to watch before the Sept. 2 opener against Western Michigan. They also touch on Michigan State basketball’s recruiting run, with three commits in the last two weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Aug 2022 19:05:00 -0000 Football camp storylines and Tom Izzo’s recruiting hot streak full 3 8 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the goings on at Michigan State football’s fall camp, including preseason storylines and players to watch before the Sept. 2 opener against Western Michigan. They also touch on Michigan State basketball’s recruiting run, with three commits in the last two weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the goings on at Michigan State football’s fall camp, including preseason storylines and players to watch before the Sept. 2 opener against Western Michigan. They also touch on Michigan State basketball’s recruiting run, with three commits in the last two weeks.

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]]> 1962 Revisiting the best Michigan State football games since 1985 MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look back at the best Michigan State football games since 1985 via a draft format. Each host picks five games. Why were they great? And what stands out looking back at them? The guys also discuss Tom Izzo’s hire of ex-Spartan Thomas Kelley and a massive month of recruiting for Mel Tucker and Co.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Jun 2022 18:40:47 -0000 Revisiting the best Michigan State football games since 1985 full 3 7 MLive Media Group Revisiting the best Michigan State football games since 1985 MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look back at the best Michigan State football games since 1985 via a draft format. Each host picks five games. Why were they great? And what stands out looking back at them? The guys also discuss Tom Izzo’s hire of ex-Spartan Thomas Kelley and a massive month of recruiting for Mel Tucker and Co.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look back at the best Michigan State football games since 1985 via a draft format. Each host picks five games. Why were they great? And what stands out looking back at them? The guys also discuss Tom Izzo’s hire of ex-Spartan Thomas Kelley and a massive month of recruiting for Mel Tucker and Co. 

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]]> 2907 no How the changing NCAA landscape impacts Michigan State MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a variety of off-the-field changes that could have a significant impact on Michigan State. Topics include changes to Big Ten division and schedule, lifted scholarship caps and balancing the transfer portal vs. high school recruiting. The guys also discuss Tom Izzo’s bold, against-the-grain decision to favor roster continuity over transfer portal fever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 May 2022 16:25:45 -0000 How the changing NCAA landscape impacts Michigan State full 3 6 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a variety of off-the-field changes that could have a significant impact on Michigan State. Topics include changes to Big Ten division and schedule, lifted scholarship caps and balancing the transfer portal vs. high school recruiting. The guys also discuss Tom Izzo’s bold, against-the-grain decision to favor roster continuity over transfer portal fever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a variety of off-the-field changes that could have a significant impact on Michigan State. Topics include changes to Big Ten division and schedule, lifted scholarship caps and balancing the transfer portal vs. high school recruiting. The guys also discuss Tom Izzo’s bold, against-the-grain decision to favor roster continuity over transfer portal fever. 

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]]> 2414 Memories of former Michigan State star Adreian Payne MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin are joined by former MLive Michigan State beat reporter Diamond Leung to discuss the tragic death of former Spartan star Adreian Payne. Topics include his development on and off the court, memorable moments and his genuine and moving bond with Lacey Holsworth during the 2013-14 season. Also, Michigan State gets a surprise commitment and Max Christie’s looming NBA decision.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 May 2022 18:57:00 -0000 Memories of Michigan State star Adreian Payne full 3 5 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin are joined by former MLive Michigan State beat reporter Diamond Leung to discuss the tragic death of former Spartan star Adreian Payne. Topics include his development on and off the court, memorable moments and his genuine and moving bond with Lacey Holsworth during the 2013-14 season. Also, Michigan State gets a surprise commitment and Max Christie’s looming NBA decision.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin are joined by former MLive Michigan State beat reporter Diamond Leung to discuss the tragic death of former Spartan star Adreian Payne. Topics include his development on and off the court, memorable moments and his genuine and moving bond with Lacey Holsworth during the 2013-14 season. Also, Michigan State gets a surprise commitment and Max Christie’s looming NBA decision. 

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]]> 2592 How Michigan State’s NFL Draft picks fit with their new teams MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the pros and cons of the landing spots for Michigan State’s four selections at the 2022 NFL Draft. The guys also react to Julius Marble’s transfer to Texas A&M, Joey Hauser’s return and Jaxon Kohler’s potential to make an immediate impact in East Lansing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 May 2022 20:53:00 -0000 How Michigan State’s NFL Draft picks fit with their new teams full 3 4 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the pros and cons of the landing spots for Michigan State’s four selections at the 2022 NFL Draft. The guys also react to Julius Marble’s transfer to Texas A&M, Joey Hauser’s return and Jaxon Kohler’s potential to make an immediate impact in East Lansing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the pros and cons of the landing spots for Michigan State’s four selections at the 2022 NFL Draft. The guys also react to Julius Marble’s transfer to Texas A&M, Joey Hauser’s return and Jaxon Kohler’s potential to make an immediate impact in East Lansing.

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]]> 2245 What we learned from Michigan State's open spring practice https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/what-we-learned-from-michigan-states-open-spring-practice MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss their takeaways and observations from Michigan State’s open spring practice at Spartan Stadium. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Apr 2022 18:05:41 -0000 What we learned from Michigan State's open spring practice full 3 3 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss their takeaways and observations from Michigan State’s open spring practice at Spartan Stadium. <br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss their takeaways and observations from Michigan State’s open spring practice at Spartan Stadium. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1876 no Who will replace Dwayne Stephens at Michigan State? https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/who-will-replace-dwayne-stephens-at-michigan-state MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to news that longtime basketball assistant Dwayne Stephens is leaving Michigan State to be the head coach at Western Michigan. How will losing him impact the program? And who will Tom Izzo hire to replace him? Also, the latest news from spring football practice See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:31:05 -0000 Who will replace Dwayne Stephens at Michigan State? full 3 2 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to news that longtime basketball assistant Dwayne Stephens is leaving Michigan State to be the head coach at Western Michigan. How will losing him impact the program? And who will Tom Izzo hire to replace him? Also, the latest news from spring football practice<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to news that longtime basketball assistant Dwayne Stephens is leaving Michigan State to be the head coach at Western Michigan. How will losing him impact the program? And who will Tom Izzo hire to replace him? Also, the latest news from spring football practice See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2225 no Early observations from Michigan State spring football practice https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/early-observations-from-michigan-state-spring-football-pract MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel share observations from the early part of Michigan State’s spring football practices including limited depth on the offensive line, fierce positions battles at running back and cornerback, Brandon Jordan’s impact on the field and in recruiting and Mel Tucker’s NFL-style operation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:01:03 -0000 Early observations from Michigan State spring football practice full 3 1 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel share observations from the early part of Michigan State’s spring football practices including limited depth on the offensive line, fierce positions battles at running back and cornerback, Brandon Jordan’s impact on the field and in recruiting and Mel Tucker’s NFL-style operation.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel share observations from the early part of Michigan State’s spring football practices including limited depth on the offensive line, fierce positions battles at running back and cornerback, Brandon Jordan’s impact on the field and in recruiting and Mel Tucker’s NFL-style operation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2753 no Takeaways from Michigan State's rollercoaster hoops season https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/takeaways-from-michigan-states-rollercoaster-hoops-season MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s weekend in the NCAA tournament, including a hard-fought win against Davidson and near victory against Coach K and Duke. Also, big picture takeaways about the season, AJ Hoggard, the freshmen and Tom Izzo’s future, as well as updates from spring football practice and MSU’s Pro Day.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:47:19 -0000 Takeaways from Michigan State's rollercoaster hoops season full 2 47 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s weekend in the NCAA tournament, including a hard-fought win against Davidson and near victory against Coach K and Duke. Also, big picture takeaways about the season, AJ Hoggard, the freshmen and Tom Izzo’s future, as well as updates from spring football practice and MSU’s Pro Day.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s weekend in the NCAA tournament, including a hard-fought win against Davidson and near victory against Coach K and Duke. Also, big picture takeaways about the season, AJ Hoggard, the freshmen and Tom Izzo’s future, as well as updates from spring football practice and MSU’s Pro Day.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2374 no A Foster Loyer reunion to open the NCAA Tournament https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/a-foster-loyer-reunion-to-open-the-ncaa-tournament MLive reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel break down Michigan State’s NCAA Tournament draw, including its reunion with Foster Loyer at Davidson and the potential of ending Coach K’s legendary career at Duke. Plus, spring football kicks off this week in East Lansing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:32:54 -0000 A Foster Loyer reunion to open the NCAA Tournament full 2 46 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel break down Michigan State’s NCAA Tournament draw, including its reunion with Foster Loyer at Davidson and the potential of ending Coach K’s legendary career at Duke. Plus, spring football kicks off this week in East Lansing.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel break down Michigan State’s NCAA Tournament draw, including its reunion with Foster Loyer at Davidson and the potential of ending Coach K’s legendary career at Duke. Plus, spring football kicks off this week in East Lansing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1665 no Big Ten men's basketball tournament preview https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/big-ten-mens-basketball-tournament-preview Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn preview the Big Ten Tournament, with a focus on Michigan and Michigan State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:45:27 -0000 Big Ten men's basketball tournament preview full 2 45 MLive Media Group Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn preview the Big Ten Tournament, with a focus on Michigan and Michigan State.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn preview the Big Ten Tournament, with a focus on Michigan and Michigan State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1275 no Michigan State hasn't struggled like this since Tom Izzo's first season https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/michigan-state-hasnt-struggled-like-this-since-tom-izzos-fir MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State’s lifeless performances against Michigan and Ohio State before analyzing the Spartans standing for the NCAA tournament. Also, a look at the state of recruiting and how the Spartans can improve in the future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 04 Mar 2022 19:28:49 -0000 Michigan State hasn't struggled like this since Tom Izzo's first season full 2 44 MLive Media Group <p>MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State’s lifeless performances against Michigan and Ohio State before analyzing the Spartans standing for the NCAA tournament. Also, a look at the state of recruiting and how the Spartans can improve in the future. </p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State’s lifeless performances against Michigan and Ohio State before analyzing the Spartans standing for the NCAA tournament. Also, a look at the state of recruiting and how the Spartans can improve in the future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State’s lifeless performances against Michigan and Ohio State before analyzing the Spartans standing for the NCAA tournament. Also, a look at the state of recruiting and how the Spartans can improve in the future.



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]]> 2686 no Is Michigan State in danger of missing March Madness? https://www.mlive.com/spartans/2022/02/spartan-confidential-podcast-is-michigan-state-in-danger-of-missing-march-madness.html MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin recap Michigan State losses to Illinois at the Breslin Center and at Iowa on Luka Garza night after which Tom Izzo hinted at lineup changes. But what changes? The guys also discuss how many wins the Spartans need to clinch a spot in March Madness and Izzo’s spirited take on postgame handshake lines.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:24:57 -0000 Is Michigan State in danger of missing March Madness? full 2 43 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin recap Michigan State losses to Illinois at the Breslin Center and at Iowa on Luka Garza night after which Tom Izzo hinted at lineup changes. But what changes? The guys also discuss how many wins the Spartans need to clinch a spot in March Madness and Izzo’s spirited take on postgame handshake lines.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin recap Michigan State losses to Illinois at the Breslin Center and at Iowa on Luka Garza night after which Tom Izzo hinted at lineup changes. But what changes? The guys also discuss how many wins the Spartans need to clinch a spot in March Madness and Izzo’s spirited take on postgame handshake lines.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2041 no Michigan State looking for leaders after shocking loss at Penn State https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/michigan-looking-for-leaders-after-shocking-loss-at-penn-sta MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin react to Michigan State’s shocking loss to Big Ten basement dweller Penn State. Topics include lack of leadership, struggling seniors and AJ Hoggard’s development. Also, the pros and cons of a softer Izzo and his unprecedented decision to keep players from talking to the media after the loss. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Feb 2022 21:00:22 -0000 Michigan State looking for leaders after shocking loss at Penn State full 2 42 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin react to Michigan State’s shocking loss to Big Ten basement dweller Penn State. Topics include lack of leadership, struggling seniors and AJ Hoggard’s development. Also, the pros and cons of a softer Izzo and his unprecedented decision to keep players from talking to the media after the loss. <br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin react to Michigan State’s shocking loss to Big Ten basement dweller Penn State. Topics include lack of leadership, struggling seniors and AJ Hoggard’s development. Also, the pros and cons of a softer Izzo and his unprecedented decision to keep players from talking to the media after the loss. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2402 no Time to panic or February slump for Michigan State? https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/time-to-panic-or-february-slump-for-michigan-state MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s ugly losses at Rutgers and home vs. Wisconsin. Is it time to panic? And what can Tom Izzo do to get more consistent play from his talented-but-flawed roster? Also, Michigan State football has a top 5 recruiting class. For now.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Feb 2022 19:47:21 -0000 Time to panic or February slump for Michigan State? full 2 41 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s ugly losses at Rutgers and home vs. Wisconsin. Is it time to panic? And what can Tom Izzo do to get more consistent play from his talented-but-flawed roster? Also, Michigan State football has a top 5 recruiting class. For now.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s ugly losses at Rutgers and home vs. Wisconsin. Is it time to panic? And what can Tom Izzo do to get more consistent play from his talented-but-flawed roster? Also, Michigan State football has a top 5 recruiting class. For now.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2622 no Malik Hall saves Michigan State at Maryland https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/malik-hall-saves-michigan-state-at-maryland MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the good and bad of Michigan State’s buzzer-beating win at Maryland, as well as the Spartans dominant win against rival Michigan. Also, football news, including the transfer portal, 2023 recruiting and takeaways from interviews with early enrollees, Dillon Tatum, Katin Houser, Germie Bernard and Alex VanSumeran See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Feb 2022 20:24:37 -0000 Malik Hall saves Michigan State at Maryland full 2 40 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the good and bad of Michigan State’s buzzer-beating win at Maryland, as well as the Spartans dominant win against rival Michigan. Also, football news, including the transfer portal, 2023 recruiting and takeaways from interviews with early enrollees, Dillon Tatum, Katin Houser, Germie Bernard and Alex VanSumeran<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the good and bad of Michigan State’s buzzer-beating win at Maryland, as well as the Spartans dominant win against rival Michigan. Also, football news, including the transfer portal, 2023 recruiting and takeaways from interviews with early enrollees, Dillon Tatum, Katin Houser, Germie Bernard and Alex VanSumeran See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2699 no Tom Izzo says MSU is 'consistently inconsistent' after Illinois loss https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/tom-izzo-says-msu-is-consistently-inconsistent-after-illinoi MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s one-point loss at Illinois before discussing the ceilings of Malik Hall and Marcus Bingham Jr. Also, offseason football questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:20:42 -0000 Tom Izzo says MSU is 'consistently inconsistent' after Illinois loss full 2 39 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s one-point loss at Illinois before discussing the ceilings of Malik Hall and Marcus Bingham Jr. Also, offseason football questions.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s one-point loss at Illinois before discussing the ceilings of Malik Hall and Marcus Bingham Jr. Also, offseason football questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2633 no Michigan State searching for early-season form after first Big Ten loss https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/michigan-state-searching-for-early-season-form-after-first-b MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s ugly home loss to Northwestern before pondering how the Spartans can regain their early-season mojo ahead of road games against Wisconsin and Illinois. Also, tons of football news including transfers, new coaches and spring football.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:22:31 -0000 Michigan State searching for early-season form after first Big Ten loss full 2 38 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s ugly home loss to Northwestern before pondering how the Spartans can regain their early-season mojo ahead of road games against Wisconsin and Illinois. Also, tons of football news including transfers, new coaches and spring football.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s ugly home loss to Northwestern before pondering how the Spartans can regain their early-season mojo ahead of road games against Wisconsin and Illinois. Also, tons of football news including transfers, new coaches and spring football.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2781 no How good is Michigan State basketball? https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/how-good-is-michigan-state-basketball MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Joey Hauser’s buzzer-beater against Minnesota before having a big picture discussion around one question: How good are the Spartans? Also, football news including Jayden Reed’s return, Germie Bernard’s surprise arrival, coaching hires and a quick look at the 2022 schedule.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Jan 2022 19:13:00 -0000 How good is Michigan State basketball? full 2 37 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Joey Hauser’s buzzer-beater against Minnesota before having a big picture discussion around one question: How good are the Spartans? Also, football news including Jayden Reed’s return, Germie Bernard’s surprise arrival, coaching hires and a quick look at the 2022 schedule.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Joey Hauser’s buzzer-beater against Minnesota before having a big picture discussion around one question: How good are the Spartans? Also, football news including Jayden Reed’s return, Germie Bernard’s surprise arrival, coaching hires and a quick look at the 2022 schedule.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2680 no Michigan State vs. Michigan basketball preview https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/michigan-state-vs-michigan-basketball-preview Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn preview Saturday's Michigan State vs. Michigan men's basketball game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:50:53 -0000 Michigan State vs. Michigan basketball preview full 2 36 MLive Media Group Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn preview Saturday's Michigan State vs. Michigan men's basketball game.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> Kyle Austin and Andrew Kahn preview Saturday's Michigan State vs. Michigan men's basketball game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1254 no Michigan State 'keeps choppin' to win Peach Bowl, finish 11-2 https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/michigan-state-keeps-choppin-to-win-peach-bowl-finish-11-2 MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss why Michigan State’s come-from-behind win in the Peach Bowl is the perfect cap to a remarkable season before discussing Jayden Reed’s looming NFL decision. The guys then turn their attention to basketball, where Tom Izzo’s bunch are 12-2 and ranked in the Top 10 in the country ahead of a showdown against Michigan in Ann Arbor.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 04 Jan 2022 19:50:37 -0000 Michigan State 'keeps choppin' to win Peach Bowl, finish 11-2 full 2 35 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss why Michigan State’s come-from-behind win in the Peach Bowl is the perfect cap to a remarkable season before discussing Jayden Reed’s looming NFL decision. The guys then turn their attention to basketball, where Tom Izzo’s bunch are 12-2 and ranked in the Top 10 in the country ahead of a showdown against Michigan in Ann Arbor.&nbsp;<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p> MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss why Michigan State’s come-from-behind win in the Peach Bowl is the perfect cap to a remarkable season before discussing Jayden Reed’s looming NFL decision. The guys then turn their attention to basketball, where Tom Izzo’s bunch are 12-2 and ranked in the Top 10 in the country ahead of a showdown against Michigan in Ann Arbor.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2893 no Michigan State, Pitt set for Peach Bowl showdown https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/michigan-state-pitt-set-for-peach-bowl-showdown   MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel preview this week’s Peach Bowl between Michigan State and Pittsburgh from multiple angles. Topics include off-the-field storylines such as COVID-19 and opt outs, as well as on-the-field matchups.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Dec 2021 21:04:07 -0000 Michigan State, Pitt set for Peach Bowl showdown full 2 34 MLive Media Group <p>&nbsp;</p><p>MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel preview this week’s Peach Bowl between Michigan State and Pittsburgh from multiple angles. Topics include off-the-field storylines such as COVID-19 and opt outs, as well as on-the-field matchups.&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>   MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel preview this week’s Peach Bowl between Michigan State and Pittsburgh from multiple angles. Topics include off-the-field storylines such as COVID-19 and opt outs, as well as on-the-field matchups.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices  

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]]> 2436 no Recapping Michigan State’s wild 2021 early signing day https://shows.acast.com/spartan-confidential-podcast/episodes/recapping-michigan-states-wild-2021-early-signing-day MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap an eventful early signing day at Michigan State including last-minute flips, 4-star prospects from Michigan, new transfer additions and the drama around 5-star offensive lineman Kiyaunta Goodwin. Also, Michigan State hoops starts 2-0 in the Big Ten thanks in large part to the growth of point guard Tyson Walker. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 16 Dec 2021 19:59:47 -0000 Recapping Michigan State’s wild 2021 early signing day full 2 33 MLive Media Group https://www.mlive.com/spartans/2021/12/spartan-confidential-podcast-recapping-michigan-states-wild-2021-early-signing-day.html MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap an eventful early signing day at Michigan State including last-minute flips, 4-star prospects from Michigan, new transfer additions and the drama around 5-star offensive lineman Kiyaunta Goodwin. Also, Michigan State hoops starts 2-0 in the Big Ten thanks in large part to the growth of point guard Tyson Walker. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2589 no Kenneth Walker III should be a Heisman Trophy finalist https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/kennethwalkeriiishouldbeaheismantrophyfinalist MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel give initial thoughts on Michigan State football’s Peach Bowl matchup with Pittsburgh before discussing why they believe Kenneth Walker III should have received an invite to New York City as a Heisman Trophy finalist. Kyle and Brandon also recap the basketball team’s wins over Louisville and Toledo before looking ahead to the start of Big Ten play.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 Dec 2021 19:35:16 -0000 Kenneth Walker III should be a Heisman Trophy finalist full 2 32 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel give initial thoughts on Michigan State football’s Peach Bowl matchup with Pittsburgh before discussing why they believe Kenneth Walker III should have received an invite to New York City as... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel give initial thoughts on Michigan State football’s Peach Bowl matchup with Pittsburgh before discussing why they believe Kenneth Walker III should have received an invite to New York City as a Heisman Trophy finalist. Kyle and Brandon also recap the basketball team’s wins over Louisville and Toledo before looking ahead to the start of Big Ten play.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2863 no Recapping a Thanksgiving feast of Michigan State action https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/recappingathanksgivingfeastofmichiganstateaction MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap a wild week of Michigan State athletics including Mel Tucker’s new contract and Big Ten Coach of the Year honors, a snow globe game vs. Penn State at Spartan Stadium and the basketball team’s mostly successful run at the Battle 4 Atlantis. Also, a look ahead to a Big Ten/ACC Challenge clash with Louisville and transfer news.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 Nov 2021 20:31:52 -0000 Recapping a Thanksgiving feast of Michigan State action full 2 31 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap a wild week of Michigan State athletics including Mel Tucker’s new contract and Big Ten Coach of the Year honors, a snow globe game vs. Penn State at Spartan Stadium and the basketball... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap a wild week of Michigan State athletics including Mel Tucker’s new contract and Big Ten Coach of the Year honors, a snow globe game vs. Penn State at Spartan Stadium and the basketball team’s mostly successful run at the Battle 4 Atlantis. Also, a look ahead to a Big Ten/ACC Challenge clash with Louisville and transfer news.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2659 no Michigan State still has plenty to play for vs. Penn State https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatestillhasplentytoplayforvs.pennstate MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s blowout loss to Ohio State before discussing Mel Tucker's reported 10-year deal to stay in East Lansing. Also, a preview of the Spartans’ season finale against Penn State and how it could impact the postseason and a primer for the Battle 4 Atlantis featuring a matchup with Drew Valentine and Loyola-Chicago. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:35:24 -0000 Michigan State still has plenty to play for vs. Penn State full 2 30 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s blowout loss to Ohio State before discussing Mel Tucker's reported 10-year deal to stay in East Lansing. Also, a preview of the Spartans’ season finale against Pe... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s blowout loss to Ohio State before discussing Mel Tucker's reported 10-year deal to stay in East Lansing. Also, a preview of the Spartans’ season finale against Penn State and how it could impact the postseason and a primer for the Battle 4 Atlantis featuring a matchup with Drew Valentine and Loyola-Chicago. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2669 no Stakes are high for Michigan State-Ohio State showdown https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/stakesarehighformichiganstate-ohiostateshowdown In this special crossover episode, MLive’s Matt Wenzel is joined by Cleveland.com reporters Doug Lesmerises, Nathan Baird and Stephen Means to preview this weekend’s Michigan State-Ohio State showdown in Columbus. Also, MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss takeaways from Spartan basketball’s win at Butler, as well as early-season storylines.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 Nov 2021 17:39:01 -0000 Stakes are high for Michigan State-Ohio State showdown full 2 29 MLive Media Group In this special crossover episode, MLive’s Matt Wenzel is joined by Cleveland.com reporters Doug Lesmerises, Nathan Baird and Stephen Means to preview this weekend’s Michigan State-Ohio State showdown in Columbus. Also, MLive reporters Brandon Champion... In this special crossover episode, MLive’s Matt Wenzel is joined by Cleveland.com reporters Doug Lesmerises, Nathan Baird and Stephen Means to preview this weekend’s Michigan State-Ohio State showdown in Columbus. Also, MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss takeaways from Spartan basketball’s win at Butler, as well as early-season storylines.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3090 no Defense falters in loss at Purdue, basketball season begins https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/defensefaltersinlossatpurdue-basketballseasonbegins MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s first loss of the season at Purdue before previewing the Spartans’ home game against Maryland. Kyle and Brandon also discuss the basketball team’s season outlook with a focus on a season-opening clash with Kansas at Madison Square Garden.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Nov 2021 21:46:01 -0000 Defense falters in loss at Purdue, basketball season begins full 2 28 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s first loss of the season at Purdue before previewing the Spartans’ home game against Maryland. Kyle and Brandon also discuss the basketball team’s season outlook with ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s first loss of the season at Purdue before previewing the Spartans’ home game against Maryland. Kyle and Brandon also discuss the basketball team’s season outlook with a focus on a season-opening clash with Kansas at Madison Square Garden.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2358 no Michigan State storms back to win rivalry game for the ages https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatestormsbacktowinrivalrygamefortheages MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s thrilling come-from-behind over rival Michigan at Spartan Stadium and preview the Spartans trip to play a dangerous Purdue team. Also, takeaways from the new-look basketball team’s debut exhibition win vs. Ferris State.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Nov 2021 20:38:01 -0000 Michigan State storms back to win rivalry game for the ages full 2 27 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s thrilling come-from-behind over rival Michigan at Spartan Stadium and preview the Spartans trip to play a dangerous Purdue team. Also, takeaways from the new-look bask... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s thrilling come-from-behind over rival Michigan at Spartan Stadium and preview the Spartans trip to play a dangerous Purdue team. Also, takeaways from the new-look basketball team’s debut exhibition win vs. Ferris State.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2802 no There hasn't been a Michigan Michigan State game like this in over 50 years https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/therehasntbeenamichiganmichiganstategamelikethisinover50years For the first time since 1964, Michigan and Michigan State will play as undefeated, Top 10 teams. It's going to be brutal. Let's go. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Oct 2021 23:10:52 -0000 There hasn't been a Michigan Michigan State game like this in over 50 years full 2 26 MLive Media Group For the first time since 1964, Michigan and Michigan State will play as undefeated, Top 10 teams. It's going to be brutal. Let's go. For the first time since 1964, Michigan and Michigan State will play as undefeated, Top 10 teams. It's going to be brutal. Let's go. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1495 no Would Mel Tucker really leave Michigan State for LSU? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/wouldmeltuckerreallyleavemichiganstateforlsu- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s ugly road win at Indiana before discussing a noon kickoff time for the Michigan game. The guys also breakdown rumors of Mel Tucker being a candidate for the LSU job and the Spartans being left off the initial Associated Press Top 25 poll for college basketball.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:11:08 -0000 Would Mel Tucker really leave Michigan State for LSU? full 2 25 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s ugly road win at Indiana before discussing a noon kickoff time for the Michigan game. The guys also breakdown rumors of Mel Tucker being a candidate for the LSU job ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s ugly road win at Indiana before discussing a noon kickoff time for the Michigan game. The guys also breakdown rumors of Mel Tucker being a candidate for the LSU job and the Spartans being left off the initial Associated Press Top 25 poll for college basketball.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2507 no Will Michigan State survive trap game at Indiana? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/willmichiganstatesurvivetrapgameatindiana- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s sloppy-but-explosive win at Rutgers before previewing another road trip to Bloomington where the Spartans will face a struggling Indiana team. Also, takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:31:43 -0000 Will Michigan State survive trap game at Indiana? full 2 24 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s sloppy-but-explosive win at Rutgers before previewing another road trip to Bloomington where the Spartans will face a struggling Indiana team. Also, takeaways from Big... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s sloppy-but-explosive win at Rutgers before previewing another road trip to Bloomington where the Spartans will face a struggling Indiana team. Also, takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2393 no Michigan State set for 'keep chopping' bowl vs. Rutgers https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatesetforkeepchoppingbowlvs.rutgers MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s electrifying win against Western Kentucky and impressive QB Bailey Zappe before previewing the Spartans trip to New Jersey to play Rutgers. Also, your questions and takeaways from Michigan State basketball’s open practice.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 04 Oct 2021 20:00:04 -0000 Michigan State set for 'keep chopping' bowl vs. Rutgers full 2 23 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s electrifying win against Western Kentucky and impressive QB Bailey Zappe before previewing the Spartans trip to New Jersey to play Rutgers. Also, your questions and ta... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s electrifying win against Western Kentucky and impressive QB Bailey Zappe before previewing the Spartans trip to New Jersey to play Rutgers. Also, your questions and takeaways from Michigan State basketball’s open practice.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2869 no Special teams key in OT win, high-flying Hilltoppers are next https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/specialteamskeyinotwin-high-flyinghilltoppersarenext MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s wild OT win vs. Nebraska before discussing key transfers and previewing the Spartans next game against the dynamic passing game of Western Kentucky.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Sep 2021 18:35:53 -0000 Special teams key in OT win, high-flying Hilltoppers are next full 2 22 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s wild OT win vs. Nebraska before discussing key transfers and previewing the Spartans next game against the dynamic passing game of Western Kentucky.&nbsp; MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s wild OT win vs. Nebraska before discussing key transfers and previewing the Spartans next game against the dynamic passing game of Western Kentucky.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2367 no Michigan State takes Miami, here come the Huskers https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatetakesmiami-herecomethehuskers MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s impressive road win in the heat at Miami before previewing the Spartans primetime showdown with Nebraska. Also, 4-star big man Jaxon Kohler commits and random discussions regarding #TuckComin, “The Woodshed,” Sparty, “deep water” and The Wire.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:44:28 -0000 Michigan State takes Miami, here come the Huskers full 2 21 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s impressive road win in the heat at Miami before previewing the Spartans primetime showdown with Nebraska. Also, 4-star big man Jaxon Kohler commits and random discussi... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s impressive road win in the heat at Miami before previewing the Spartans primetime showdown with Nebraska. Also, 4-star big man Jaxon Kohler commits and random discussions regarding #TuckComin, “The Woodshed,” Sparty, “deep water” and The Wire.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2783 no Michigan State travels to Miami for Big Ten-ACC clash https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatetravelstomiamiforbigten-accclash MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s dominant home-opening win against Youngstown State before previewing the Spartans trip to Miami. Also, gameday observations from inside Spartan Stadium.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:52:15 -0000 Michigan State travels to Miami for Big Ten-ACC clash full 2 20 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s dominant home-opening win against Youngstown State before previewing the Spartans trip to Miami. Also, gameday observations from inside Spartan Stadium.&nbsp; MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s dominant home-opening win against Youngstown State before previewing the Spartans trip to Miami. Also, gameday observations from inside Spartan Stadium.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2582 no Michigan State's Kenneth Walker III runs wild vs. Northwestern https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstateskennethwalkeriiirunswildvs.northwestern MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s impressive season-opening win at Northwestern in which Wake Forest transfer Kenneth Walker III ran for 264 yards and four TDs. Also, a look ahead to the home opener vs. Youngstown State and takeaways from Kyle’s interview with new athletic director Alan Haller  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:41:13 -0000 Michigan State's Kenneth Walker III runs wild vs. Northwestern full 2 19 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s impressive season-opening win at Northwestern in which Wake Forest transfer Kenneth Walker III ran for 264 yards and four TDs. Also, a look ahead to the home opener... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel react to Michigan State’s impressive season-opening win at Northwestern in which Wake Forest transfer Kenneth Walker III ran for 264 yards and four TDs. Also, a look ahead to the home opener vs. Youngstown State and takeaways from Kyle’s interview with new athletic director Alan Haller  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1788 no Michigan State travels to Northwestern for season opener https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatetravelstonorthwesternforseasonopener MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State hiring Alan Haller as its new athletic director before previewing the Spartans’ opener against Northwestern. Also Tom Izzo offers a big man from Utah and predictions for the football season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:26:05 -0000 Michigan State travels to Northwestern for season opener full 2 18 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State hiring Alan Haller as its new athletic director before previewing the Spartans’ opener against Northwestern. Also Tom Izzo offers a big man from Utah and predictions f... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State hiring Alan Haller as its new athletic director before previewing the Spartans’ opener against Northwestern. Also Tom Izzo offers a big man from Utah and predictions for the football season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2449 no Why did Emoni Bates choose Memphis over Michigan State? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whydidemonibateschoosememphisovermichiganstate- In episode 44 of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Emoni Bates’ commitment to Memphis and how it affects Michigan State. Also, observations from the football team’s latest open practice as the season draws near. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:52:39 -0000 Why did Emoni Bates choose Memphis over Michigan State? full 2 17 MLive Media Group In episode 44 of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Emoni Bates’ commitment to Memphis and how it affects Michigan State. Also, observations from the football team’s latest open practic... In episode 44 of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Emoni Bates’ commitment to Memphis and how it affects Michigan State. Also, observations from the football team’s latest open practice as the season draws near. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2020 no Notable updates from Michigan State football practice https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/notableupdatesfrommichiganstatefootballpractice MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the latest updates from Michigan State football practice as the season draws near. Also, PG Tre Holloman commits to Michigan State basketball and a potential schism between MSU President Samuel Stanley and the Board of Trustees in the search for a new athletic director.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:42:21 -0000 Notable updates from Michigan State football practice full 2 16 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the latest updates from Michigan State football practice as the season draws near. Also, PG Tre Holloman commits to Michigan State basketball and a potential schism between MSU Presi... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the latest updates from Michigan State football practice as the season draws near. Also, PG Tre Holloman commits to Michigan State basketball and a potential schism between MSU President Samuel Stanley and the Board of Trustees in the search for a new athletic director.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Samuel Stanley and the Board of Trustees in the search for a new athletic director. 

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]]> 2431 no Who will replace Bill Beekman as Michigan State AD? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whowillreplacebillbeekmanasmichiganstatead- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Bill Beekman’s short-but-eventful tenure as Michigan State athletic director before discussing potential replacements. How much credit does Beekman deserve for steadying the ship after the Larry Nassar scandal? Matt then describes his first day at football practice since 2019 before Brandon and Kyle react to Aaron Henry going undrafted in the 2021 NBA Draft. The show ends with yet another discussion about the future of Emoni Bates. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:27:32 -0000 Who will replace Bill Beekman as Michigan State AD? full 2 15 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Bill Beekman’s short-but-eventful tenure as Michigan State athletic director before discussing potential replacements. How much credit does Beekman deserve for steadying the ship aft... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Bill Beekman’s short-but-eventful tenure as Michigan State athletic director before discussing potential replacements. How much credit does Beekman deserve for steadying the ship after the Larry Nassar scandal? Matt then describes his first day at football practice since 2019 before Brandon and Kyle react to Aaron Henry going undrafted in the 2021 NBA Draft. The show ends with yet another discussion about the future of Emoni Bates. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2329 no Will Aaron Henry be picked in NBA Draft? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/willaaronhenrybepickedinnbadraft- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Aaron Henry’s strengths and weaknesses ahead of the 2021 NBA Draft. Where will he be picked? And what is his NBA ceiling? The guys then transition to football to discuss their takeaways from Big Ten media days before finishing up their positions previews with linebackers, secondary and special teams. How will transfers fit into the back seven? And will Mel Tucker be able to get the new faces up to speed in a single fall camp? Also, Antonio Gates Jr. commits to Michigan State and why special teams should improve this season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 27 Jul 2021 17:44:52 -0000 Will Aaron Henry be picked in NBA Draft? full 2 14 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Aaron Henry’s strengths and weaknesses ahead of the 2021 NBA Draft. Where will he be picked? And what is his NBA ceiling? The guys then transition to football to discuss their takeaw... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Aaron Henry’s strengths and weaknesses ahead of the 2021 NBA Draft. Where will he be picked? And what is his NBA ceiling? The guys then transition to football to discuss their takeaways from Big Ten media days before finishing up their positions previews with linebackers, secondary and special teams. How will transfers fit into the back seven? And will Mel Tucker be able to get the new faces up to speed in a single fall camp? Also, Antonio Gates Jr. commits to Michigan State and why special teams should improve this season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2613 no Burning questions before Big Ten media days https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/burningquestionsbeforebigtenmediadays MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel look ahead to this week’s Big Ten media days in Indianapolis with some of the biggest questions they have. Who starts at QB? And how will the transfers fit in? The guys then continue with their position previews by looking at the offensive and defensive lines. The O-line has struggled in recent seasons, but the Spartans return plenty of experience and an impact transfer in Jarret Horst, so there is room for optimism. Conversely, D-line appears to be the strength of the team. Just how dominant can the group be? Also, stories from previous media days and a restaurant recommendation from Matt.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 Jul 2021 18:40:22 -0000 Burning questions before Big Ten media days full 2 13 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel look ahead to this week’s Big Ten media days in Indianapolis with some of the biggest questions they have. Who starts at QB? And how will the transfers fit in? The guys then continue with their position ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel look ahead to this week’s Big Ten media days in Indianapolis with some of the biggest questions they have. Who starts at QB? And how will the transfers fit in? The guys then continue with their position previews by looking at the offensive and defensive lines. The O-line has struggled in recent seasons, but the Spartans return plenty of experience and an impact transfer in Jarret Horst, so there is room for optimism. Conversely, D-line appears to be the strength of the team. Just how dominant can the group be? Also, stories from previous media days and a restaurant recommendation from Matt.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2581 no Michigan State has options at WR, but who will emerge at TE? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatehasoptionsatwr-butwhowillemergeatte- MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel return for another preview episode this time taking a deep dive into Michigan State’s pass catchers. The Spartans appear to be well positioned at WR where Jalen Nailor and Jayden Reed return, but who is most likely to step up into the No. 3 role? And what’s going on with Ricky White? Tight end play was brutal in 2020 and it’s a big mystery heading into 2021. Is this finally the year for 4-star recruit Trenton Gillison? And will Purdue transfer Maliq Carr play WR or TE? Also, tight end Jack Nickel commits to Michigan State and Big Game Boomer must be stopped.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:02:23 -0000 Michigan State has options at WR, but who will emerge at TE? full 2 12 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel return for another preview episode this time taking a deep dive into Michigan State’s pass catchers. The Spartans appear to be well positioned at WR where Jalen Nailor and Jayden Reed return, but who is ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel return for another preview episode this time taking a deep dive into Michigan State’s pass catchers. The Spartans appear to be well positioned at WR where Jalen Nailor and Jayden Reed return, but who is most likely to step up into the No. 3 role? And what’s going on with Ricky White? Tight end play was brutal in 2020 and it’s a big mystery heading into 2021. Is this finally the year for 4-star recruit Trenton Gillison? And will Purdue transfer Maliq Carr play WR or TE? Also, tight end Jack Nickel commits to Michigan State and Big Game Boomer must be stopped.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2168 no Who will Michigan State start at QB and RB? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whowillmichiganstatestartatqbandrb- MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel begin their football position previews with the quarterbacks and running backs. Who has the early edge at signal caller between Peyton Thorne and Anthony Russo? And which guys will emerge from a revamped running back room now that transfers Harold Joiner and Kenneth Walker have joined the team? Other topics include the basketball team’s game vs. Louisville, a football series vs. Washington and what legendary Cass Tech coach Thomas Wilcher will bring to Mel Tucker’s staff.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:13:24 -0000 Who will Michigan State start at QB and RB? full 2 11 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel begin their football position previews with the quarterbacks and running backs. Who has the early edge at signal caller between Peyton Thorne and Anthony Russo? And which guys will emerge from a revamped... MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel begin their football position previews with the quarterbacks and running backs. Who has the early edge at signal caller between Peyton Thorne and Anthony Russo? And which guys will emerge from a revamped running back room now that transfers Harold Joiner and Kenneth Walker have joined the team? Other topics include the basketball team’s game vs. Louisville, a football series vs. Washington and what legendary Cass Tech coach Thomas Wilcher will bring to Mel Tucker’s staff.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2711 no Why Michigan State is embracing name, image and likeness https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whymichiganstateisembracingname-imageandlikeness MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a summer break to catch you up on all the latest news surrounding Michigan State athletics. Topics include the basketball team’s announced game vs. Butler at historic Hinkle Fieldhouse, staff changes, and the impact pending name, image and likeness (NIL) legislation could have on the Spartans and college sports in general. The guys also breakdown Mel Tucker’s latest football commits including QB target Katin Houser who de-committed from Boise State after visiting East Lansing.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:45:33 -0000 Why Michigan State is embracing name, image and likeness full 2 10 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a summer break to catch you up on all the latest news surrounding Michigan State athletics. Topics include the basketball team’s announced game vs. Butler at historic Hinkle Fiel... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a summer break to catch you up on all the latest news surrounding Michigan State athletics. Topics include the basketball team’s announced game vs. Butler at historic Hinkle Fieldhouse, staff changes, and the impact pending name, image and likeness (NIL) legislation could have on the Spartans and college sports in general. The guys also breakdown Mel Tucker’s latest football commits including QB target Katin Houser who de-committed from Boise State after visiting East Lansing.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2661 no Mel Tucker can finally bring recruits to Michigan State https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/meltuckercanfinallybringrecruitstomichiganstate MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a break to discuss the long-awaited end of the NCAA’s recruiting dead period. What does it mean for Mel Tucker to finally get some recruits on campus? Tom Izzo also has some top tier talent on campus this weekend. Who else should Spartan fans keep their eye on? The guys also discuss Izzo’s changing views on transfers/recruiting and if Mike Krzyzewski retirement announcement will have any impact on the head man at Michigan State.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 04 Jun 2021 17:03:13 -0000 Mel Tucker can finally bring recruits to Michigan State full 2 9 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a break to discuss the long-awaited end of the NCAA’s recruiting dead period. What does it mean for Mel Tucker to finally get some recruits on campus? Tom Izzo also has some top ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a break to discuss the long-awaited end of the NCAA’s recruiting dead period. What does it mean for Mel Tucker to finally get some recruits on campus? Tom Izzo also has some top tier talent on campus this weekend. Who else should Spartan fans keep their eye on? The guys also discuss Izzo’s changing views on transfers/recruiting and if Mike Krzyzewski retirement announcement will have any impact on the head man at Michigan State.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2716 no Who are Michigan State's recruiting targets for 2022? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whoaremichiganstatesrecruitingtargetsfor2022- Who’s next? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel spend an episode talking about Michigan State’s top recruiting targets in the 2022 class on both the basketball court and the football field. Topics include Tom Izzo’s rare recruitment of a 5-star big man from California, an emphasis on the frontcourt and a potential QB carousel with Florida State. Also, Foster Loyer transfers to Davidson and the effort to save Lansing’s iconic breakfast joint, The Golden Harvest.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 May 2021 16:49:52 -0000 Who are Michigan State's recruiting targets for 2022? full 2 8 MLive Media Group Who’s next? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel spend an episode talking about Michigan State’s top recruiting targets in the 2022 class on both the basketball court and the football field. Topics include Tom Izzo’s rare recru... Who’s next? MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel spend an episode talking about Michigan State’s top recruiting targets in the 2022 class on both the basketball court and the football field. Topics include Tom Izzo’s rare recruitment of a 5-star big man from California, an emphasis on the frontcourt and a potential QB carousel with Florida State. Also, Foster Loyer transfers to Davidson and the effort to save Lansing’s iconic breakfast joint, The Golden Harvest.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2562 no Why did Emoni Bates decommit from Michigan State? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whydidemonibatesdecommitfrommichiganstate- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel examine Emoni Bates decommitment from Michigan State. What went into the decision and what’s next for him and the Spartans? The guys also discuss the 2021 NFL Draft, in which Michigan State had its 80-year streak snapped, as well as unfortunate news regarding 3-star cornerback commit Steffan Johnson. Also, your questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 May 2021 17:00:33 -0000 Why did Emoni Bates decommit from Michigan State? full 2 7 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel examine Emoni Bates decommitment from Michigan State. What went into the decision and what’s next for him and the Spartans? The guys also discuss the 2021 NFL Draft, in which Michigan State ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel examine Emoni Bates decommitment from Michigan State. What went into the decision and what’s next for him and the Spartans? The guys also discuss the 2021 NFL Draft, in which Michigan State had its 80-year streak snapped, as well as unfortunate news regarding 3-star cornerback commit Steffan Johnson. Also, your questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2148 no Spring practice observations and NFL Draft expectations https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/springpracticeobservationsandnfldraftexpectations MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s spring game. Who stood out on offense and defense? The guys also chat about QB Theo Day, who was one of nine players to enter the transfer portal this week and Quavaris Crouch, a former four-star linebacker who plans to transfer in from Tennessee. The show ends with some discussion about the Spartans three NFL Draft prospects: Shakur Brown, Naquan Jones and Antjuan Simmons.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:38:34 -0000 Spring practice observations and NFL Draft expectations full 2 6 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s spring game. Who stood out on offense and defense? The guys also chat about QB Theo Day, who was one of nine players to enter the transfer portal this week and Quavaris Crouch, a... MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s spring game. Who stood out on offense and defense? The guys also chat about QB Theo Day, who was one of nine players to enter the transfer portal this week and Quavaris Crouch, a former four-star linebacker who plans to transfer in from Tennessee. The show ends with some discussion about the Spartans three NFL Draft prospects: Shakur Brown, Naquan Jones and Antjuan Simmons.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2468 no What to expect from Michigan State's spring game https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whattoexpectfrommichiganstatesspringgame MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what fans can expect from Michigan State’s first spring game under Mel Tucker. Which players are we keeping our eye on? The guys also discuss Elijah Collins and how his battle with COVID-19 likely effected his play last season before talking about Foster Loyer becoming the latest MSU basketball player to transfer. The episode ends with a little love and appreciation for Joshua Langford, who announced his decision to retire from basketball this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:12:45 -0000 What to expect from Michigan State's spring game full 2 5 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what fans can expect from Michigan State’s first spring game under Mel Tucker. Which players are we keeping our eye on? The guys also discuss Elijah Collins and how his battle with C... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what fans can expect from Michigan State’s first spring game under Mel Tucker. Which players are we keeping our eye on? The guys also discuss Elijah Collins and how his battle with COVID-19 likely effected his play last season before talking about Foster Loyer becoming the latest MSU basketball player to transfer. The episode ends with a little love and appreciation for Joshua Langford, who announced his decision to retire from basketball this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2394 no Aaron Henry declares for NBA Draft https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/aaronhenrydeclaresfornbadraft MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Aaron Henry’s rise from three-star prospect to likely NBA Draft pick by recollecting on his time at Michigan State. What were his best moments? And does he have the tools to make it on the next level? The guys also chat about Thomas Kithier’s decision to transfer and why some fans need to be better on social media before breaking down Tom Izzo’s reported hiring of Doug Wojcik. Also, the latest news from spring football.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Apr 2021 17:24:21 -0000 Aaron Henry declares for NBA Draft full 2 4 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Aaron Henry’s rise from three-star prospect to likely NBA Draft pick by recollecting on his time at Michigan State. What were his best moments? And does he have the tools to make it ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Aaron Henry’s rise from three-star prospect to likely NBA Draft pick by recollecting on his time at Michigan State. What were his best moments? And does he have the tools to make it on the next level? The guys also chat about Thomas Kithier’s decision to transfer and why some fans need to be better on social media before breaking down Tom Izzo’s reported hiring of Doug Wojcik. Also, the latest news from spring football.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2416 no Who will replace Dane Fife at Michigan State? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whowillreplacedanefifeatmichiganstate- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss longtime Tom Izzo assistant Dane Fife’s departure from Michigan State to return to Indiana. What are the Spartans losing? The guys then discuss some possible replacements before diving into spring football. Why did QB Anthony Russo leave Temple? And what’s up with Elijah Collins? Also, could the 2013 football team have won the National Championship?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Apr 2021 19:09:09 -0000 Who will replace Dane Fife at Michigan State? full 2 3 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss longtime Tom Izzo assistant Dane Fife’s departure from Michigan State to return to Indiana. What are the Spartans losing? The guys then discuss some possible replacements before divi... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss longtime Tom Izzo assistant Dane Fife’s departure from Michigan State to return to Indiana. What are the Spartans losing? The guys then discuss some possible replacements before diving into spring football. Why did QB Anthony Russo leave Temple? And what’s up with Elijah Collins? Also, could the 2013 football team have won the National Championship?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2283 no Breaking down the point guard shuffle at Michigan State https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/breakingdownthepointguardshuffleatmichiganstate MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the ongoing point guard shuffle within the Michigan State basketball program as Northeastern standout Tyson Walker commits and Rocket Watts enters the transfer portal. Why didn’t Watts work in East Lansing? And can Walker play at the high major level? The guys also discuss the latest spring football news, including the impact of transfers Drew Jordan and Kenneth Walker III, potential improvement on the offensive line and freshman tight end Kameron Allen’s early impact. Also, your questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:44:06 -0000 Breaking down the point guard shuffle at Michigan State full 2 2 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the ongoing point guard shuffle within the Michigan State basketball program as Northeastern standout Tyson Walker commits and Rocket Watts enters the transfer portal. Why didn’t Wat... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the ongoing point guard shuffle within the Michigan State basketball program as Northeastern standout Tyson Walker commits and Rocket Watts enters the transfer portal. Why didn’t Watts work in East Lansing? And can Walker play at the high major level? The guys also discuss the latest spring football news, including the impact of transfers Drew Jordan and Kenneth Walker III, potential improvement on the offensive line and freshman tight end Kameron Allen’s early impact. Also, your questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2480 no After rough MSU basketball season, will spring football bring new hope? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/afterroughmsubasketballseason-willspringfootballbringnewhope- MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s disappointing basketball season which culminated with an OT First Four loss to UCLA before looking ahead to potential roster changes in the offseason. How active will the Spartans be in the transfer portal? The guys then look ahead to spring football. How will year two under Mel Tucker be different? Who has the early edge at QB? And will all the new faces be able to adapt to their new surroundings? The episode ends with spring game discussion, specifically if fans will be allowed in Spartan Stadium on April 24 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Mar 2021 16:58:29 -0000 After rough MSU basketball season, will spring football bring new hope? full 2 1 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s disappointing basketball season which culminated with an OT First Four loss to UCLA before looking ahead to potential roster changes in the offseason. How active wil... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss Michigan State’s disappointing basketball season which culminated with an OT First Four loss to UCLA before looking ahead to potential roster changes in the offseason. How active will the Spartans be in the transfer portal? The guys then look ahead to spring football. How will year two under Mel Tucker be different? Who has the early edge at QB? And will all the new faces be able to adapt to their new surroundings? The episode ends with spring game discussion, specifically if fans will be allowed in Spartan Stadium on April 24 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2599 no Michigan State, UCLA set for blue blood battle https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstate-uclasetforbluebloodbattle Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a nervous Selection Sunday for Michigan State before previewing their blue blood battle with UCLA in the First Four. What should Spartan fans expect from the Bruins and how do they match up with Michigan State? The guys then share their brackets by providing potential upsets and matchups to watch before revealing Final Four picks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Mar 2021 19:26:46 -0000 Michigan State, UCLA set for blue blood battle full 1 27 MLive Media Group Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a nervous Selection Sunday for Michigan State before previewing their blue blood battle with UCLA in the First Four. What should Spartan fans expect from the Bruins and how do they match up with Mic... Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a nervous Selection Sunday for Michigan State before previewing their blue blood battle with UCLA in the First Four. What should Spartan fans expect from the Bruins and how do they match up with Michigan State? The guys then share their brackets by providing potential upsets and matchups to watch before revealing Final Four picks.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2535 no It's Big Ten Tournament time https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/itsbigtentournamenttime MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look back at Michigan State basketball’s remarkable 16-day stretch before previewing its Big Ten Tournament matchup with Maryland. What went wrong in the last meeting between the Spartans and Terps? The guys also discuss a potential third meeting with Michigan and whether Aaron Henry was snubbed from second-team all-conference honors. The episode ends with an update on the football team’s offseason conditioning program and a look at the Spartans’ draft hopefuls. How likely is it that MSU’s 79-year draft streak will continue?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Mar 2021 20:10:53 -0000 It's Big Ten Tournament time full 1 26 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look back at Michigan State basketball’s remarkable 16-day stretch before previewing its Big Ten Tournament matchup with Maryland. What went wrong in the last meeting between the Spartans an... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel look back at Michigan State basketball’s remarkable 16-day stretch before previewing its Big Ten Tournament matchup with Maryland. What went wrong in the last meeting between the Spartans and Terps? The guys also discuss a potential third meeting with Michigan and whether Aaron Henry was snubbed from second-team all-conference honors. The episode ends with an update on the football team’s offseason conditioning program and a look at the Spartans’ draft hopefuls. How likely is it that MSU’s 79-year draft streak will continue?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2309 no Michigan-Michigan State basketball preview https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michigan-michiganstatebasketballpreview Michigan and Michigan State will play each other twice in men's basketball this week. In a special crossover episode, MLive's beat writers for the two programs break down how the teams got here, what's at stake, and what to expect in the two matchups. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 03 Mar 2021 21:12:04 -0000 Michigan-Michigan State basketball preview full 1 25 MLive Media Group Michigan and Michigan State will play each other twice in men's basketball this week. In a special crossover episode, MLive's beat writers for the two programs break down how the teams got here, what's at stake, and what to expect in the... Michigan and Michigan State will play each other twice in men's basketball this week. In a special crossover episode, MLive's beat writers for the two programs break down how the teams got here, what's at stake, and what to expect in the two matchups. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1235 no Michigan State gets tough to upset Illinois https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstategetstoughtoupsetillinois In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State’s hard-fought upset of No. 5 Illinois. Topics include the Spartans usage of a trimmed down rotation and big man by committee to slow Kofi Cockburn, as well as Joshua Langford turning back the clock. The guys also discuss what MSU needs to do down the stretch to make the NCAA tournament and linebacker Ben VanSumeren’s transfer from Michigan.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Feb 2021 19:43:38 -0000 Michigan State gets tough to upset Illinois full 1 24 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State’s hard-fought upset of No. 5 Illinois. Topics include the Spartans usage of a trimmed down rotation and big man by committee to slow Kofi Cockburn, ... In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State’s hard-fought upset of No. 5 Illinois. Topics include the Spartans usage of a trimmed down rotation and big man by committee to slow Kofi Cockburn, as well as Joshua Langford turning back the clock. The guys also discuss what MSU needs to do down the stretch to make the NCAA tournament and linebacker Ben VanSumeren’s transfer from Michigan.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2387 no Tom Izzo hints at roster changes, says players are 'up for an audition' https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/tomizzohintsatrosterchanges-saysplayersareupforanaudition  In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel dissect Tom Izzo’s comments about his players being “up for an audition” in the final weeks of the season. What is he really talking about? The guys also discuss the de-commitment of 2022 five-star big man Enoch Boakye, Michigan State football’s latest incoming transfer and if there will be fans at Spartan Stadium this fall.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 19 Feb 2021 20:00:42 -0000 Tom Izzo hints at roster changes, says players are 'up for an audition' full 1 23 MLive Media Group &nbsp;In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel dissect Tom Izzo’s comments about his players being “up for an audition” in the final weeks of the season. What is he really talking about? The guys also discuss t...  In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel dissect Tom Izzo’s comments about his players being “up for an audition” in the final weeks of the season. What is he really talking about? The guys also discuss the de-commitment of 2022 five-star big man Enoch Boakye, Michigan State football’s latest incoming transfer and if there will be fans at Spartan Stadium this fall.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2553 no Michigan State holds off Penn State, keeps slim tourney hopes alive https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstateholdsoffpennstate-keepsslimtourneyhopesalive MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State basketball’s much-needed win against Penn State including the insertion of Malik Hall into the starting lineup, continued struggles at point guard and Marcus Bingham Jr.’s emergence at the center position. The guys also discuss the Big Ten’s plans for a conference tournament in Indianapolis. Also, the pros and cons of covering games from home.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:48:06 -0000 Michigan State holds off Penn State, keeps slim tourney hopes alive full 1 22 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State basketball’s much-needed win against Penn State including the insertion of Malik Hall into the starting lineup, continued struggles at point guard and Marcus Bingham Jr.’s emergenc... MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin discuss Michigan State basketball’s much-needed win against Penn State including the insertion of Malik Hall into the starting lineup, continued struggles at point guard and Marcus Bingham Jr.’s emergence at the center position. The guys also discuss the Big Ten’s plans for a conference tournament in Indianapolis. Also, the pros and cons of covering games from home.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2440 no Michigan State's March Madness hopes on life support https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatesmarchmadnesshopesonlifesupport MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what it will take for Michigan State to make the NCAA tournament after its latest road losses to Ohio State and Iowa and recap National Signing Day in which the Spartans lost Rayshaun Benny to Michigan but gained a potential two-sport recruit Keon Coleman. Also, Matt Ishbia’s record, $32 million donation to Michigan State athletics and Tom Izzo Court, as well as listener questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 04 Feb 2021 21:41:17 -0000 Michigan State's March Madness hopes on life support full 1 21 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what it will take for Michigan State to make the NCAA tournament after its latest road losses to Ohio State and Iowa and recap National Signing Day in which the Spartans lost Rayshau... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss what it will take for Michigan State to make the NCAA tournament after its latest road losses to Ohio State and Iowa and recap National Signing Day in which the Spartans lost Rayshaun Benny to Michigan but gained a potential two-sport recruit Keon Coleman. Also, Matt Ishbia’s record, $32 million donation to Michigan State athletics and Tom Izzo Court, as well as listener questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2470 no Michigan State basketball returns, promptly gets crushed by Rutgers https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatebasketballreturns-promptlygetscrushedbyrutgers In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State’s abysmal return to action against Rutgers. Is this fixable? Who’s to blame? And what do Spartans’ NCAA tournament chances look like now with road games at Ohio State and Iowa up next? The guys also talk about a new coach on Mel Tucker’s staff and answer listener questions heading into the weekend. Also, the joys of sledding.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 29 Jan 2021 19:50:13 -0000 Michigan State basketball returns, promptly gets crushed by Rutgers full 1 20 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State’s abysmal return to action against Rutgers. Is this fixable? Who’s to blame? And what do Spartans’ NCAA tournament chances look like now with road g... In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel breakdown Michigan State’s abysmal return to action against Rutgers. Is this fixable? Who’s to blame? And what do Spartans’ NCAA tournament chances look like now with road games at Ohio State and Iowa up next? The guys also talk about a new coach on Mel Tucker’s staff and answer listener questions heading into the weekend. Also, the joys of sledding.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2352 no Answering your Michigan State football, hoops questions https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/answeringyourmichiganstatefootball-hoopsquestions With Michigan State basketball still out due to COVID-19 cases within the program, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel take some time to answer listener questions about football, basketball and recruiting. Topics include Mike Tressel’s departure for Cincinnati, the pros, and cons of MSU basketball’s COVID-19 “break” and the football team’s scholarship situation. Also, how confident are we that the Spartans will make the NCAA tournament?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 21 Jan 2021 21:34:24 -0000 Answering your Michigan State football, hoops questions full 1 19 MLive Media Group With Michigan State basketball still out due to COVID-19 cases within the program, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel take some time to answer listener questions about football, basketball and recruiting. Topics include Mike ... With Michigan State basketball still out due to COVID-19 cases within the program, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel take some time to answer listener questions about football, basketball and recruiting. Topics include Mike Tressel’s departure for Cincinnati, the pros, and cons of MSU basketball’s COVID-19 “break” and the football team’s scholarship situation. Also, how confident are we that the Spartans will make the NCAA tournament?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2610 no COVID-19 hits Michigan State basketball https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/covid-19hitsmichiganstatebasketball MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the positive COVID-19 cases within the Michigan State basketball program. How many games will be postponed? And what is the significance, if any, of the timing following a brutal loss vs. Purdue? Also, players continue to transfer in and out of Mel Tucker’s football program. Plus, which freshmen are enrolling early?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:32:52 -0000 COVID-19 hits Michigan State basketball full 1 18 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the positive COVID-19 cases within the Michigan State basketball program. How many games will be postponed? And what is the significance, if any, of the timing following a brutal los... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss the positive COVID-19 cases within the Michigan State basketball program. How many games will be postponed? And what is the significance, if any, of the timing following a brutal loss vs. Purdue? Also, players continue to transfer in and out of Mel Tucker’s football program. Plus, which freshmen are enrolling early?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2458 no Michigan State returns to form, beats Rutgers https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstatereturnstoform-beatsrutgers MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return for the first show of 2021 to discuss Michigan State’s return to form in a win against Rutgers. Topics include Aaron Henry’s evolution into a superstar, AJ Hoggard’s stabilization of the point guard position and the continued issues at center. The guys also recap the latest transfers in and out of the football program and answer listener questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Jan 2021 22:45:33 -0000 Michigan State returns to form, beats Rutgers full 1 17 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return for the first show of 2021 to discuss Michigan State’s return to form in a win against Rutgers. Topics include Aaron Henry’s evolution into a superstar, AJ Hoggard’s stabilization of ... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return for the first show of 2021 to discuss Michigan State’s return to form in a win against Rutgers. Topics include Aaron Henry’s evolution into a superstar, AJ Hoggard’s stabilization of the point guard position and the continued issues at center. The guys also recap the latest transfers in and out of the football program and answer listener questions.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2529 no What's wrong with Michigan State basketball? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/whatswrongwithmichiganstatebasketball- In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin examine Michigan State basketball’s struggles in Big Ten play. What are the real issues with this team? Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple answer. Topics include instability at point guard and center, strange lineups, puzzling substitution patterns and the massive leadership void left by the departures of Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman. Also, what happened the last time the Spartans started Big Ten play 0-3 in the 2001-02 season and is Saturday’s game at Nebraska a “must win?”  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Dec 2020 19:19:10 -0000 What's wrong with Michigan State basketball? full 1 16 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin examine Michigan State basketball’s struggles in Big Ten play. What are the real issues with this team? Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple answer. Topics include instability at point gu... In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin examine Michigan State basketball’s struggles in Big Ten play. What are the real issues with this team? Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple answer. Topics include instability at point guard and center, strange lineups, puzzling substitution patterns and the massive leadership void left by the departures of Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman. Also, what happened the last time the Spartans started Big Ten play 0-3 in the 2001-02 season and is Saturday’s game at Nebraska a “must win?”  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1896 no 'Inept' loss at Northwestern, Christmas showdown on deck https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/ineptlossatnorthwestern-christmasshowdownondeck On this Festivus episode of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel air their sports related grievances before discussing the Spartans loss at Northwestern and previewing what is sure to be another defensive slugfest with the Badgers on Christmas Day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Dec 2020 19:41:39 -0000 'Inept' loss at Northwestern, Christmas showdown on deck full 1 15 MLive Media Group On this Festivus episode of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel air their sports related grievances before discussing the Spartans loss at Northwestern and previewing what is sure to be another ... On this Festivus episode of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel air their sports related grievances before discussing the Spartans loss at Northwestern and previewing what is sure to be another defensive slugfest with the Badgers on Christmas Day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2543 no Recapping Mel Tucker's first early signing day https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/recappingmeltuckersfirstearlysigningday MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss Mel Tucker’s first early signing day in which 16 players from across the country joined the Michigan State football team. They also discuss three marquee prospects that remain unsigned and what graduate transfer QB Anthony Russo’s arrival from Temple means for the program. Other topics include key players declaring for the 2021 NFL Draft, Payton Thorne’s second quarter magic at Penn State and a preview of the Maryland game that was canceled mid-podcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 17 Dec 2020 21:23:28 -0000 Recapping Mel Tucker's first early signing day full 1 14 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss Mel Tucker’s first early signing day in which 16 players from across the country joined the Michigan State football team. They also discuss three marquee prospects that remain unsigned and what g... MLive reporters Brandon Champion and Matt Wenzel discuss Mel Tucker’s first early signing day in which 16 players from across the country joined the Michigan State football team. They also discuss three marquee prospects that remain unsigned and what graduate transfer QB Anthony Russo’s arrival from Temple means for the program. Other topics include key players declaring for the 2021 NFL Draft, Payton Thorne’s second quarter magic at Penn State and a preview of the Maryland game that was canceled mid-podcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2513 no The Land Grant Trophy is up for grabs at Penn State https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/thelandgranttrophyisupforgrabsatpennstate In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin explain why the Land Grant Trophy is unquestionably the best trophy in sports before previewing the Spartans trip to Penn State on Saturday. The guys also discuss the Spartans blow out loss to Ohio State and Michigan State basketball’s close wins against Detroit Mercy and Western Michigan. Also, will the Spartans postponed game against Virginia, aka the Hauser Bowl, be rescheduled?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 10 Dec 2020 20:37:22 -0000 The Land Grant Trophy is up for grabs at Penn State full 1 13 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin explain why the Land Grant Trophy is unquestionably the best trophy in sports before previewing the Spartans trip to Penn State on Saturday. The guys also discuss the Sparta... In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin explain why the Land Grant Trophy is unquestionably the best trophy in sports before previewing the Spartans trip to Penn State on Saturday. The guys also discuss the Spartans blow out loss to Ohio State and Michigan State basketball’s close wins against Detroit Mercy and Western Michigan. Also, will the Spartans postponed game against Virginia, aka the Hauser Bowl, be rescheduled?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2423 no Michigan State earns historic win at Duke https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/michiganstateearnshistoricwinat MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a Thanksgiving break to react to a pair of massive wins for Michigan State. First, they breakdown the Spartans’ first ever win at Cameron Indoor Stadium behind Rocket Watts, Aaron Henry and some surprising performances off the bench. Could this be one of Tom Izzo’s best defensive teams? The guys then shift gears to football to breakdown the Spartans’ shocking win against No. 8 Northwestern before asking the question, does Michigan State have a chance vs. Ohio State?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Dec 2020 20:13:19 -0000 Michigan State earns historic win at Duke full 1 12 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a Thanksgiving break to react to a pair of massive wins for Michigan State. First, they breakdown the Spartans’ first ever win at Cameron Indoor Stadium behind Rocket Watts, Aaro... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel return from a Thanksgiving break to react to a pair of massive wins for Michigan State. First, they breakdown the Spartans’ first ever win at Cameron Indoor Stadium behind Rocket Watts, Aaron Henry and some surprising performances off the bench. Could this be one of Tom Izzo’s best defensive teams? The guys then shift gears to football to breakdown the Spartans’ shocking win against No. 8 Northwestern before asking the question, does Michigan State have a chance vs. Ohio State?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2037 no Hello Payton Thorne, so long Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/hellopaytonthorne-solongcassiuswinstonandxaviertillman MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a wide variety of topics including the cancelation of Michigan State’s game at Maryland and Payton Thorne’s debut at QB in the Spartans’ loss to Indiana. The guys then shift gears to hoops as two all-time favorites, Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman, begin their basketball journey in the NBA. What kind of impact can they make with their new teams? And were they under-drafted? Thanks for listening.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 19 Nov 2020 20:11:42 -0000 Hello Payton Thorne, so long Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman full 1 11 MLive Media Group MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a wide variety of topics including the cancelation of Michigan State’s game at Maryland and Payton Thorne’s debut at QB in the Spartans’ loss to Indiana. The guys then shift gears to... MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel discuss a wide variety of topics including the cancelation of Michigan State’s game at Maryland and Payton Thorne’s debut at QB in the Spartans’ loss to Indiana. The guys then shift gears to hoops as two all-time favorites, Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman, begin their basketball journey in the NBA. What kind of impact can they make with their new teams? And were they under-drafted? Thanks for listening.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2053 no Iowa loss, recruiting wins, Michigan State hosts surging Indiana https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/iowaloss-recruitingwins-michiganstatehostssurgingindiana In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the good and bad of Michigan State football including a “totally unacceptable” loss to Iowa and the huge in-state commitment of top-200 player Rayshaun Benny. Also, hoops news including Tom Izzo’s COVID-19 diagnoses and the 2021 class signing their national letters of intent. We finish with a preview of Michigan State vs. 3-0 Indiana.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:46:42 -0000 Iowa loss, recruiting wins, Michigan State hosts surging Indiana full 1 10 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the good and bad of Michigan State football including a “totally unacceptable” loss to Iowa and the huge in-state commitment of top-200 player Rayshaun Benny. Also, ... In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the good and bad of Michigan State football including a “totally unacceptable” loss to Iowa and the huge in-state commitment of top-200 player Rayshaun Benny. Also, hoops news including Tom Izzo’s COVID-19 diagnoses and the 2021 class signing their national letters of intent. We finish with a preview of Michigan State vs. 3-0 Indiana.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2190 no Upset in the Big House, Michigan State travels to Iowa https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/upsetinthebighouse-michiganstatetravelstoiowa In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s shocking upset of Michigan in the Big House behind QB Rocky Lombardi, true freshman WR Ricky White and a perfectly executed game plan from Mel Tucker and the coaching staff. The guys then look ahead to the Spartans trip to Iowa City where they will meet the 0-2 Hawkeyes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 05 Nov 2020 20:11:55 -0000 Upset in the Big House, Michigan State travels to Iowa full 1 9 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s shocking upset of Michigan in the Big House behind QB Rocky Lombardi, true freshman WR Ricky White and a perfectly executed game plan from Mel Tucker ... In this episode, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s shocking upset of Michigan in the Big House behind QB Rocky Lombardi, true freshman WR Ricky White and a perfectly executed game plan from Mel Tucker and the coaching staff. The guys then look ahead to the Spartans trip to Iowa City where they will meet the 0-2 Hawkeyes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2189 no Rutgers debacle, looking ahead to Michigan https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/rutgersdebacle-lookingaheadtomichigan In this episode, MLive’s Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s sloppy season-opening loss to Rutgers. What went wrong? Lots of things, but the guys agree it wasn’t Rocky Lombardi’s fault. Were there any bright spots? They then turn their attention to Michigan to discuss how Mel Tucker is approaching the rivalry before answering listener questions, making predictions and discussing what the Spartans need to do to pull off a massive upset on Halloween in the Big House.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Oct 2020 20:20:39 -0000 Rutgers debacle, looking ahead to Michigan full 1 8 MLive Media Group In this episode, MLive’s Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s sloppy season-opening loss to Rutgers. What went wrong? Lots of things, but the guys agree it wasn’t Rocky Lombardi’s fault. Were there any bright spots? They... In this episode, MLive’s Brandon Champion, Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel recap Michigan State’s sloppy season-opening loss to Rutgers. What went wrong? Lots of things, but the guys agree it wasn’t Rocky Lombardi’s fault. Were there any bright spots? They then turn their attention to Michigan to discuss how Mel Tucker is approaching the rivalry before answering listener questions, making predictions and discussing what the Spartans need to do to pull off a massive upset on Halloween in the Big House.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2452 no Rutgers visits in season opener https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/rutgersvisitsinseasonopener It's been 300 days since Michigan State played a football game, but the season opener is finally here. In this episode, Brandon Champion is joined by Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin to discuss Mel Tucker's Michigan State coaching debut against Rutgers. Who will start at QB for the Spartans? Will Rutgers be improved under new (old) coach Greg Schiano? Plus, the guys answer listener questions and make some predictions for the game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Oct 2020 19:26:32 -0000 Rutgers visits in season opener full 1 7 MLive Media Group It's been 300 days since Michigan State played a football game, but the season opener is finally here. In this episode, Brandon Champion is joined by Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin to discuss Mel Tucker's Michigan State coaching debut against Ru... It's been 300 days since Michigan State played a football game, but the season opener is finally here. In this episode, Brandon Champion is joined by Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin to discuss Mel Tucker's Michigan State coaching debut against Rutgers. Who will start at QB for the Spartans? Will Rutgers be improved under new (old) coach Greg Schiano? Plus, the guys answer listener questions and make some predictions for the game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2060 no Michigan State basketball practice begins https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/basketballpracticebeginsatmichiganstate The 2021 college basketball season will be unlike any before, but Tom Izzo returns tons of talent as the Spartans aim for their fourth-straight Big Ten regular season title. In this episode of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin dissect some early questions about the roster. Will Foster Loyer play more? Can Joshua Langford stay healthy? And what will the starting lineup look like on opening night?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:02:53 -0000 Michigan State basketball practice begins full 1 6 MLive Media Group The 2021 college basketball season will be unlike any before, but Tom Izzo returns tons of talent as the Spartans aim for their fourth-straight Big Ten regular season title. In this episode of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, Brandon Champion and ... The 2021 college basketball season will be unlike any before, but Tom Izzo returns tons of talent as the Spartans aim for their fourth-straight Big Ten regular season title. In this episode of MLive’s Spartan Confidential podcast, Brandon Champion and Kyle Austin dissect some early questions about the roster. Will Foster Loyer play more? Can Joshua Langford stay healthy? And what will the starting lineup look like on opening night?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1853 no Pads are finally popping at Michigan State https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/padsarefinallypoppingatmichiganstate Mel Tucker got his first real look at his roster in a scrimmage at Spartan Stadium earlier this week, the Spartans first game situation since the Pinstripe Bowl in December 2019. So, what’s the roster outlook as the calendar creeps closer to the season-opener against Rutgers on Oct. 24? Questions at quarterback, along the offensive line and in the secondary appear to be the most pressing. Who’s stepping up early on at practice?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Oct 2020 19:47:16 -0000 Pads are finally popping at Michigan State full 1 5 MLive Media Group Mel Tucker got his first real look at his roster in a scrimmage at Spartan Stadium earlier this week, the Spartans first game situation since the Pinstripe Bowl in December 2019. So, what’s the roster outlook as the calendar creeps closer to the season... Mel Tucker got his first real look at his roster in a scrimmage at Spartan Stadium earlier this week, the Spartans first game situation since the Pinstripe Bowl in December 2019. So, what’s the roster outlook as the calendar creeps closer to the season-opener against Rutgers on Oct. 24? Questions at quarterback, along the offensive line and in the secondary appear to be the most pressing. Who’s stepping up early on at practice?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1930 no Big Ten football schedule 3.0 https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/bigtenfootballschedule3.0 It's almost October! In this episode Brandon Champion is joined by MLive Michigan State beat reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel to breakdown the third edition of Michigan State’s 2020 football schedule. Is 4-4 a realistic prediction? Also included is a look at Michigan State basketball’s non-conference schedule, the latest opt-ins and early discussions regarding three key players: QB Rocky Lombardi, RB Elijah Collins and WR Jayden Reed. Thanks for listening and go green!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Sep 2020 19:24:47 -0000 Big Ten football schedule 3.0 full 1 4 MLive Media Group It's almost October! In this episode Brandon Champion is joined by MLive Michigan State beat reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel to breakdown the third edition of Michigan State’s 2020 football schedule. Is 4-4 a realistic prediction? Also inclu... It's almost October! In this episode Brandon Champion is joined by MLive Michigan State beat reporters Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel to breakdown the third edition of Michigan State’s 2020 football schedule. Is 4-4 a realistic prediction? Also included is a look at Michigan State basketball’s non-conference schedule, the latest opt-ins and early discussions regarding three key players: QB Rocky Lombardi, RB Elijah Collins and WR Jayden Reed. Thanks for listening and go green!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1975 no Big Ten football is back https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/bigtenfootballisback In this episode of the Spartan Confidential podcast, host Brandon Champion and Michigan State beat reporters Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the ramifications of the Big Ten’s decision to play football after all, what COVID-19 testing will look like and the unique aspects of the proposed 8+1 conference-only schedule.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 16 Sep 2020 19:29:22 -0000 Big Ten football is back full 1 3 MLive Media Group In this episode of the Spartan Confidential podcast, host&nbsp;Brandon Champion&nbsp;and Michigan State beat reporters&nbsp;Matt Wenzel&nbsp;and&nbsp;Kyle Austin&nbsp;discuss the ramifications of the Big Ten’s decision to play f... In this episode of the Spartan Confidential podcast, host Brandon Champion and Michigan State beat reporters Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the ramifications of the Big Ten’s decision to play football after all, what COVID-19 testing will look like and the unique aspects of the proposed 8+1 conference-only schedule.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1578 no The Summer of Izzo https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/thesummerofizzo Tom Izzo is thriving on the recruiting trail, but will Emoni Bates play for Michigan State? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Sep 2020 20:02:27 -0000 The Summer of Izzo full 1 2 MLive Media Group Tom Izzo is thriving on the recruiting trail, but will Emoni Bates play for Michigan State? Tom Izzo is thriving on the recruiting trail, but will Emoni Bates play for Michigan State? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1705 no Big Ten football is canceled, what does it mean for Michigan State? https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/bigtenfootballiscanceled-whatdoesitmeanformichiganstate- In the inaugural episode of the Spartan Confidential podcast, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the Big Ten's decision to cancel fall football in 2020 before examining the challenges of a spring season. The crew then discusses what the decision means for Mel Tucker and Michigan State and how it could impact recruiting. Thanks for listening and go green! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 20 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0000 Big Ten football is canceled, what does it mean for Michigan State? full 1 1 MLive Media Group In the inaugural episode of the Spartan Confidential podcast, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the Big Ten's decision to cancel fall football in 2020 before examining the challenges of a spring season. The crew... In the inaugural episode of the Spartan Confidential podcast, MLive reporters Brandon Champion, Matt Wenzel and Kyle Austin discuss the Big Ten's decision to cancel fall football in 2020 before examining the challenges of a spring season. The crew then discusses what the decision means for Mel Tucker and Michigan State and how it could impact recruiting. Thanks for listening and go green! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2183 no Trailer: Spartan Confidential from MLive.com https://play.acast.com/s/spartan-confidential-podcast/trailer-spartanconfidentialfrommlive.com The latest analysis on Michigan State football, basketball and recruiting. From Spartan Stadium to the Breslin Center and everywhere in between, join host Brandon Champion and MLive.com's Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel as they breakdown all the biggest stories from the banks of the Red Cedar. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0000 Trailer: Spartan Confidential from MLive.com trailer MLive Media Group From Spartan Stadium to the Breslin Center and everywhere in between, join host Brandon Champion and MLive.com's Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel as they breakdown all the biggest stories from the banks of the Red Cedar. The latest analysis on Michigan State football, basketball and recruiting. From Spartan Stadium to the Breslin Center and everywhere in between, join host Brandon Champion and MLive.com's Kyle Austin and Matt Wenzel as they breakdown all the biggest stories from the banks of the Red Cedar. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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