MSU thin at tight end but intriguing possibilities exist

In today’s college football, the tight end isn’t the position it used to be.

MSU’s Dobbs, Henderson, White, Lewerke on second week of camp

Michigan State's Devontae Dobbs, Xavier Henderson, Cody White and Brian Lewerke talk about preparations for the season-opener.

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Mark Dantonio, MSU enter second week of camp

Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio talks about the team's first scrimmage and confirms a new addition to the roster.

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MSU football practice: Monday, Aug. 12

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Detroit News Big Ten Power Rankings: Preseason edition

Podcast: Angelique S. Chengelis talks with Phil Steele, Brad Keselowski

College football analyst Phil Steele and NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski are the guests on Angelique S. Chengelis' podcast, View from the Press Box.

Three-star prospect Cole DeMarzo commits to Michigan State

The Spartans landed another piece to their 2020 recruiting class on Sunday.

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MSU’s Rocky Lombardi practices patience in return to backup QB role

Rocky Lombardi played in eight games last season, including three starts, but will open the Michigan State season as the backup quarterback.

2020 Michigan State football commitments

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Players to watch on MSU’s 2019 schedule

Spartans land late 2019 addition in Belleville’s Jalen Hunt

Hunt originally committed to Iowa, but he did not qualify academically and was planning to attend Iowa Western Community College.

Turn the page: Here are key dates to look forward to in the world of Michigan, Detroit sports

From the Little League World Series to the start of the NHL regular season, with a whole lot of football in between, there's plenty to be excited about.

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Trieu: MSU WR target Jace Williams adds size to ‘unbelievable’ skill

Grand Rapids Catholic Central receiver Jace Williams has added two inches and more than 25 pounds since last season.

MSU football coaches settle into new roles after shake-up

Brad Salem was elevated to offensive coordinator and running backs coach from QB coach in the reorganization while Dave Warner was shifted back to coaching signal-callers.

Mateen Cleaves’ attorney to jury: ‘Regret is not rape’

A Mount Morris woman who was in her mid-20s alleges Cleaves raped her in a Flint-area motel in September 2015.

Wojo: Why Michigan State’s defense must be even better

As dominant as MSU's defense was last year, it recorded only 28 sacks, 63rd in the country, and posted a scant turnover margin of plus-one.

Spartans in need of a breakout back to emerge from pack

Michigan State ranked 13th in the Big Ten last season in rushing offense at 124.8 yards a game.

MSU, ex-football staffer Blackwell head toward showdown in lawsuit

Curtis Blackwell alleges he continues to be blackballed from the industry after being wrongfully fired from his position at Michigan State.

Michigan No. 1 in USA Today Big Ten Power Rankings

USA Today agrees with The Detroit News: Michigan is the top preseason team in the Big Ten.

MSU’s Josh Butler perseveres through pain of losing both parents

After his dad and mom passed away 17 months apart, Butler feels he’s responding the best way he can.

Trial in rape case against Mateen Cleaves set to begin in Flint

The trial is set to begin nearly four years after allegations of rape were made against Cleaves, 41,  by a Mount Morris woman in her mid-20s.

MSU’s Shilique Calhoun hopes move to New England ignites career

After compiling 27 sacks and 44 tackles for a loss in a decorated college career, Calhoun was selected in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Raiders.

MSU’s Izzo embraces ‘miniature rivalry’ with Oakland, friendship with Kampe

On Monday at Beaumont Hospital, Greg Kampe brought together nine of the biggest names in college basketball to meet with young cancer patients.

Entering Year 13, Mark Dantonio still ‘blessed’ to be at Michigan State

Only Duffy Daugherty has coached longer, leading the Spartans for 19 seasons. Dantonio is next along with Charlie Bachman, who coached from 1933-46.

Izzo: MSU’s Gabe Brown will be ‘ready to go’ after ankle sprain in Moneyball

You'd certainly understand if Tom Izzo got a little antsy this time of year, what with all those Michigan State players hooping it up at Moneyball.

Dantonio keeps MSU’s offense under wraps, lauds staff’s unselfishness

If anyone is hoping to get an idea of what Michigan State’s offense might look like before the opener against Tulsa on Aug. 30, good luck.

MSU’s Lewerke on improving from last season

"We know we're a better team than 7-6," the Michigan State quarterback said during the team's media day on Monday.

MSU defensive players during football media day

Joe Bachie, Kenny Willekes and Raequan Williams talk about the 2019 season

MSU coach Mark Dantonio looks to 2019 season

Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio kicked off MSU media day on Monday. The Spartans are preparing for the Aug. 30 opener against Tulsa.

Izzo on Kampe’s Coaches Beat Cancer initiative

Michigan State's Tom Izzo was among several college-basketball dignitaries to attend Oakland coach Greg Kampe's latest Coaches Beat Cancer fundraiser.

Bro, no mo: David Dowell adapting to life at MSU without twin Andrew

Dowell’s twin brother, Andrew, is no longer lined up in front of David Dowell at outside linebacker for the Spartans.

‘I’ll work for free’: Ex-MSU receiver Macgarrett Kings hopes to catch Dolphins’ eye

Former Michigan State receiver Macgarrett Kings isn’t giving up easily on his dream of playing in the NFL.

Healthy Lewerke set to command Michigan State’s destiny

The QB, who is coming off a subpar season due to a shoulder injury, took part in Commander Camp with Navy SEALs and Marines with Rocky Lombardi.

Michigan State’s Gabe Brown suffers minor ankle sprain in Moneyball game

Brown was playing on Thursday in the Moneyball Pro-am when he suffered the injury to his ankle.

Michigan State, Michigan are overrated in coaches’ poll, writer says

Well, this is not encouraging news for college football fans in these parts.

Reports: Draymond Green, Warriors agree on four-year, $100M extension

The former MSU star's new deal will start with the 2020-21 season, so he is under contract through 2023-24.

Trieu: Hard-hitting S. Carolina safety DeMarzo gets ‘dream offer’ from MSU

Cole DeMarzo, a safety from South Carolina, is planning to take an official visit to Michigan State in September and likely will make a college decision some time that month.

MSU freshman CB Julian Barnett works out with receivers

When the Spartans opened preseason camp on Thursday, freshman cornerback Julian Barnett was working with the wide receivers.

Michigan is No. 7, Michigan State is No. 20 in preseason coaches poll

Michigan is ranked No. 7 in the preseason coaches poll, released Thursday, with Michigan State checking in at No. 20.

Steele: Michigan can make unbeaten run; MSU defense ‘loaded’

College football analyst Phil Steele says Michigan has the pieces to make an unbeaten run through the regular season and earn a spot in the national playoff.