Spartan Savants

Willy, Nicky, and Trav break down Michigan State's Sweet 16 matchup with UConn and the rest of the remaining NCAA Tournament field.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav break down Michigan State's NCAA Tournament path in a loaded East region and discuss our Final Fours, expectations, and potential sleepers. Plus, the annual Spartan Savants joint bracket.

Watch as the Spartan Savants dive into the upcoming games against Rutgers and Michigan, Senior Night, the latest Bracketology projections, and how far the Spartans can go this season.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav assess the Michigan State basketball season and what we're hoping for/can expect the rest of the way, give their thoughts on Mick Cronin's outbursts, and break down a fresh batch of MSU disrespect from the media.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav recap the Spartans' big win over Illinois, look ahead to Friday's game against Wisconsin, and dive into the Big Ten standings and Michigan State's bracket projections. Plus, some Super Bowl talk after a former Spartan was named MVP.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav discuss Michigan State keeping WR Samson Gash in a heated recruiting battle, the potential impact of Divine Ugochukwu's injury, what's led to this year's early February slump, and Super Bowl prop bets and picks.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav dive into the latest news surrounding the Michigan State basketball team, preview Friday's top-10 matchup against Michigan, and give their thoughts on the Spartans' recently released 2026 football schedule.

The Spartan Savants discuss Michigan State Football's transfer portal commitments and additions to the coaching staff. Where did we improve? What needs work? Plus, how does the MSU basketball team stack up against the rest of the Big Ten?

The Spartan Savants discuss a busy week of news around college sports and MSU athletics. Join Willy, Nicky, and Trav as they dive into a couple more wins for the Spartan basketball team, Michigan's latest football scandal, the College Football Playoff, and more.

Erik of the Northwestern podcast, "West Lot Pirates," joins Willy and Trav to discuss Pat Fitzgerald's 16-year run with the Wildcats and what Spartan fans can expect from their new coach.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav dive into Michigan State's first loss of the basketball season and some minor Spartan football news. Plus, did Notre Dame deserve a playoff spot? And who's the Heisman frontrunner?

Spartan Nation is buzzing after Michigan State's hire of Pat Fitzgerald to lead the football program. The Spartan Savants give their early impressions of the Fitzgerald Era. Plus, a Big Ten win over Iowa on the hardwood and a pivotal top 10 battle at the Breslin Center this weekend.

Michigan State has fired head football coach Jonathan Smith after two seasons in East Lansing. Reports indicate that the Spartans will hire former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald.

Willy, Nicky, and Trav recap MSU's loss to Penn State, dropping the Spartans to 0-7 in Big Ten play and further amplifying questions surrounding Jonathan Smith's job security. And this week brings the grueling task of facing Iowa at Kinnick Stadium. Luckily, the basketball team is a much-needed distraction -- off to a 4-0 start and looking like an early contender with two top-15 wins.

Nicky and Trav discuss the NCAA's punishment for recruiting violations under Mel Tucker, preview Saturday's home finale against Penn State, and pick some key games on the Week 12 schedule.

Michigan State football heads to its second bye week amid an 0-6 start to Big Ten play. The Spartans were competitive against Minnesota, but is it too little too late? Has Alessio Milivojevic taken over the starting quarterback position? Is there a chance Jonathan Smith gets a third season in East Lansing? Plus, the first CFP rankings of the season, another recruiting win for Tom Izzo, and our wee...

After another Big Ten loss to archrival Michigan, tensions are high for the Michigan State Spartans football teams as it travels to Minnesota. Can the Spartans finally get a Big Ten win? Is it time to make a change at quarterback? How much longer will the Jonathan Smith regime last? The Spartan Savants discuss all that and more.

It's Rivalry Week! The Spartans host No. 25 Michigan on Saturday night, with the Paul Bunyan Trophy on the line. Can MSU pull off the upset? Is Jonathan Smith's job now safe? The Spartan Savants break down the keys to victory and what different results would mean for the overall state of the Michigan State football program.

With head football coach Jonathan Smith firmly on the hot seat, does Michigan State have any shot at upsetting No.3 Indiana? How do the situations of other failing coaches across the country impact the Spartans? What does MSU need to return to relevance in the Big Ten? The Spartan Savants discuss.

The Spartan Savants briefly discuss a disastrous performance against UCLA and weigh in on the state of the MSU Football program. Have we seen enough of Jonathan Smith to call for another coaching change?

Trav and Willy take a look at Michigan State's upcoming game against UCLA as the Spartans try to earn their first Big Ten win of the 2025 college football season. Plus, some high praise for Aidan Chiles from ESPN, who should be at the top of next month's College Football Playoff rankings, and our weekly game picks. 0:54 Brief Dive into Detroit Tigers playoff land 2:43 Michigan State vs. UCLA Game...

Willy and Trav discuss Saturday's loss to Nebraska. What does it mean for Jonathan Smith and the Michigan State football program? What issues are they facing and can they be fixed?

Nicky, Willy, and Trav are joined by Matt Owens of the Common Fan Podcast as they preview this week's football game between Michigan State (3-1) and Nebraska. The guys talk about the game from both sides before announcing our newest "Savant of the Week" and making our weekly picks.  0:33 Michigan State vs. Nebraska Preview w/ Matt Owens of the Common Fan Podcast 32:59 Additional Thoughts from the...

The Spartan Savants discuss the season's first loss, expectations for the season going into the bye week, and the state of the football program. Plus, Savant of the Week and our weekly picks. 1:29 Michigan State loses road game to USC 15:36 What should we expect from the Spartans going forward? 20:08 How are we feeling about Jonathan Smith? 33:05 Savant of the Week 34:34 Week 5 College Football Pi...