Locked On Spartans - Daily Podcast On Michigan State Spartans Football & Basketball

Michigan State football has seen plenty of movement this portal season, but is the offensive side of the ball missing a lot at receiver? We talk about it with Mike Jones of Can’t Read Can’t Write, plus plenty of other portal items to discuss. Then…WHERE WERE YOU FOR THE CARSON COOPER GAME? He goes off for a career night as Coen Carr, Trey Fort and second-half Jeremy Fears take home the west coast...

Michigan State Spartans surge with a four-game win streak, while the Oregon Ducks reel from roster woes and a cold streak in Eugene. Can the Ducks overcome injuries to Jackson Shelstad and Nate Bittle, or will Tom Izzo’s signature defense and rebounding crush Oregon’s upset hopes? Matt Sheehan and Spencer McLaughlin examine the pivotal guard matchup, the impact of K.J. Evans on the glass, and the...

Michigan State Spartans eye a bold new chapter as top UConn transfers Cam Edwards (RB) and Ben Murawski (LT) arrive, igniting hopes for Big Ten dominance. Are these Connecticut standouts the missing pieces MSU needs to contend? Insights include their leadership styles, on-field versatility, and how MSU’s offensive line could reach new heights with Moroski anchoring the trenches. On the hardwood, M...

MSU Spartans and Washington Huskies battle roster upheaval and coaching drama ahead of their key basketball showdown. Can either program overcome a turbulent football offseason while strengthening for Big Ten competition? Matt Sheehan and Roman Tomashoff spotlight Michigan State’s extensive transfer portal activity, the need to rebuild core units like offensive line and running backs, and the arri...

Will Indiana secure a historic third straight Big Ten national championship, or can Miami pull off an upset at home? The panel breaks down the surprising Indiana vs. Miami title matchup, spotlighting Fernando Mendoza’s efficiency, Miami’s home-field advantage, and the impact of dynamic stars like Elijah Surratt. The crew debates why traditional powerhouses like Oregon, USC, and UCLA are chasing th...

Michigan State Spartans overhaul their roster with over two dozen transfer portal additions—but is it enough to spark a turnaround? Matt Sheehan and Stephen Brooks debate whether a 49th-ranked transfer class can fill glaring gaps, especially at edge rusher and defensive line, while balancing fan excitement with realistic expectations for Pat Fitzgerald’s first season in East Lansing. Key storyline...

Michigan State Spartans overhaul their roster with over two dozen transfer portal additions—can the new faces ignite a resurgence in East Lansing? Matt Sheehan spotlights the top incoming impact players, from linebacker Kenny Soares’ relentless motor to Cam Edwards’ dynamic running game and Ben Murawski’s presence on the offensive line. Discover which transfers could spark immediate change on both...

Michigan State Spartans ramp up their defensive line with key portal pickups, but is depth enough for a turnaround? Matt Sheehan spotlights transfer additions Eli Coenen from Illinois and Carlos Hazelwood from Toledo, breaking down how roster reinforcements and past recruiting gaps could shape the Spartans’ strategy under new leadership. Insights on edge position concerns, young talent development...

Michigan State Spartans turbocharge their linebacker corps with a flurry of transfer portal additions—can this revamped defense spark a turnaround in East Lansing? Matt Sheehan spotlights impact newcomers like Dion Crawford from Buffalo and Cam Stodghill from Albany, weighing their tackling prowess and versatility alongside returners such as Jordan Hall. The discussion unpacks positional shuffles,...

Michigan State football is still adding players in the portal daily, but some of the most recent pickups have us intrigued. With additions like Charles Brantley, Carson Gulker, Robert Wright Jr. and more, how do we feel about the direction Pat Fitzgerald is taking this program? Plus, Jeremy Fears leads the way in the second half as Michigan State tops a scrappy Northwestern team. Everydayer Club I...

Michigan State takes a bold gamble by hiring Pat Fitzgerald as head football coach, sparking debate across the Big Ten. Can Fitzgerald recapture his 2018 form and energize the Spartans, or has college football's new era left him behind? David Gold, former Inside NU writer and Northwestern insider, shares candid insights on Fitzgerald's sudden jump from Northwestern, recounting the team's offensive...

Michigan State Spartans shake up the transfer portal with a whirlwind 24 hours—star running back Cam Edwards and seasoned backup quarterback Cam Fancher headline a wave of impactful recruits. Can this rapid roster transformation jump-start the Spartans' Big Ten ambitions? Matt Sheehan breaks down the Spartans’ dynamic portal strategy, spotlighting Cam Edwards’ explosive playmaking and Fancher’s in...

Big Ten powers surge toward another national championship as Indiana crushes Alabama 38-3, shaking the college football landscape. Can Oregon or Indiana claim the crown and continue the conference’s dominance? Spencer McLaughlin leads the roundtable with Craig Shemon, Jacob Goins, Ryan Herrings, and others, unpacking Kurt Signetti’s meteoric rise, Indiana’s ferocious defense, and the SEC’s fading...

Michigan State Spartans shake up their roster as the transfer portal frenzy heats up—can new additions like Ben Murawski and Tre Bell anchor a successful rebuild? Matt Sheehan goes inside the Spartans’ portal moves with recruiting analyst Corey Robinson, spotlighting top gets at offensive tackle and in the secondary, while weighing the impact of incoming talent from programs like UConn, Iowa State...

Michigan State basketball got another Big Ten blowout win at home thanks to Coen Carr, Jeremy Fears and Jaxon Kohler scoring double-figures. Plus, what Michigan State football targets where there to witness it? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all bui...

Michigan State football and Pat Fitzgerald kept it rolling this transfer portal cycle with adding instant help on the defensive side of the ball with Michael Richard, Tre Bell and Devin Vaught. What does each player bring to the table under Joe Rossi, plus what will he get out of linebacker Caleb Wheatland? Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Loc...

Michigan State Spartans land top transfer Ben Murawski from UConn—can this portal win jumpstart a new era in East Lansing? Matt Sheehan breaks down the magnitude of Murawski's commitment, his potential impact at left tackle, and why grabbing a pro-ready lineman before Big 12 powerhouses could spark momentum. The show explores offensive line reinforcements with Robert Wright Jr., Christian Martin,...

Michigan State Spartans face a seismic shift as 40 players hit the transfer portal, raising urgent questions about roster depth and coaching transitions. Can new head coach Pat Fitzgerald stabilize a program rocked by massive departures, including key talents like Alex VanSumeren, Nick Marsh, and Aiden West? Matt Sheehan explores the latest portal entries, potential replacements, and the critical...

Michigan State Spartans football faces massive roster upheaval as over 30 players—including starters like Jalen Thompson and Aiden West—enter the transfer portal, sparking debate over the program’s future. Can Jonathan Smith’s regime stabilize the team after its third coaching change in four years? Matt Sheehan breaks down which departures truly matter, questions the “Spartan Dog for Life” mantra...

Michigan State Spartans deliver unforgettable moments in 2025, from Tom Izzo surpassing Bob Knight as the all-time Big Ten wins leader to Jaxon Kohler's explosive performance igniting a dramatic comeback against Illinois. Matt Sheehan and Dalton Shetler spotlight game-changing plays like Tre Holloman's buzzer-beater at Maryland and Coen Carr's jaw-dropping steal and dunk versus Ole Miss in the NCA...

Michigan State football will be losing Michael Masunas in the transfer portal and Pat Fitzgerald hired an old assistant that caused quite a stir. Plus, Michigan State basketball scores a whopping 114 points thanks to a career-high from Jeremy Fears, but does any concern creep in due to their defense allowing 97 points? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Jo...

Michigan State Spartans celebrate a major win with Jordan Hall's dramatic return to the linebacker core—could this spark a defensive resurgence under Joe Rossi? The captain's decision to stay, despite a turbulent college career and aggressive transfer portal activity, transforms next season's expectations. Who will step up alongside Hall in a depleted linebacker room, and can the Spartans land ano...

Michigan State Spartans fans get a jolt of optimism as Nick Sheridan arrives from Alabama to jumpstart the passing game. Can Sheridan overcome last season’s offensive woes and maximize quarterback Alessio Milivojevic, even as the Spartans face transfer portal turbulence and a depleted offensive line? Matt Sheehan breaks down Sheridan’s mixed track record, intriguing Alabama ties, and the roster ch...

Michigan State Spartans shake up their football coaching staff, retaining four assistants despite a tough stretch without bowl games. Is Pat Fitzgerald’s unconventional approach exactly what the program needs to spark a turnaround? Matt Sheehan breaks down the latest hires, including the return of Brian Wozniak and Courtney Hawkins, and analyzes how recruiting, player development, and Midwest ties...

Pat Fitzgerald taps Alabama’s Nick Sheridan as Michigan State’s new offensive coordinator—is this the spark the Spartans’ offense desperately needs, or just another “wait and see” hire? Matt Sheehan scrutinizes Sheridan’s SEC track record, QB development, and the roster overhaul facing Michigan State, while questioning whether last year’s Alabama results signal a turnaround or point to deeper issu...