Wildcats Edge South Dakota State 34-18 in Season Opener
The Wildcats opened the year with a 34‑18 victory, showcasing flashes of talent while grappling with consistency, special‑teams miscues and a slew of sidelined players.
Sep 7, 2026
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Michigan State Faces Early-Season Injuries Ahead of Eastern Michigan Showdown
Injuries to starters like Jordan Hall and Ben Murawski forced Michigan State to reshape its rotations early, while the team prepares for a historic matchup against Eastern Michigan.
Sep 6, 2026
Pat Fitzgerald’s Michigan State Spartans Eye Bowl Eligibility in Turbulent Season
Pat Fitzgerald returns to East Lansing with a mission to restore Michigan State’s bowl eligibility, confronting a slate of rivals and rebuilding both offense and defense.
Aug 31, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats Preview 2026: Bold Predictions and a Tough Big Ten Road
A look at preseason forecasts, key player outlooks, and the demanding schedule facing Northwestern’s football program
Aug 30, 2026
Graham Couch’s 2024 Michigan State Football Forecast: Key Matchups, Players and Bowl Outlook
Columnist Graham Couch maps out Michigan State’s 2024 slate, highlighting marquee battles, emerging storylines and the players who will shape each contest.
Aug 27, 2026
Northwestern Announces Six Football Captains for 2026 Season
Six players, including senior wide receiver Griffin Wilde and graduate student quarterback Aidan Chiles, will lead Northwestern’s football team in its upcoming campaign, marking the second time the program has named six captains.
Aug 26, 2026
Michigan State Names Six Captains for 2025 Season, Embracing Collective Leadership
The Spartans have selected six captains for the upcoming season, highlighting a shift toward shared leadership that includes a punter, a quarterback and a linebacker, while the team looks to return to bowl contention.
Aug 25, 2026
Spartans Aim to Snap Bowl Drought Against Fitzgerald’s Wildcats
Michigan State University hosts Northwestern on Oct. 17, 2026, in a clash that could restore the Spartans' bowl hopes while testing Pat Fitzgerald's new‑look Wildcats.
Aug 20, 2026
Michigan State Prepares for Season Opener with New Offensive Direction
Full‑contact practices under new coordinator Nick Sheridan highlight Michigan State’s push for defensive and offensive improvement ahead of Thursday’s opener
Aug 13, 2026
Michigan’s Dominance Over Michigan State Highlights 2025 Season Struggles
Michigan is heavily favored to defeat Michigan State in Week 9, a matchup that underscores the Spartans' 2025 challenges and the Wolverines' continued strength.
Aug 12, 2026
Northwestern’s $35 Million Boost Fuels Football Revival
The university announced a three‑year $35 million donation that will fund facility upgrades and coaching enhancements, while the upcoming Ryan Field promises a modern game‑day experience and a historic centennial milestone.
Aug 11, 2026
Pat Fitzgerald Takes the Helm of a Rebuilding Michigan State
Pat Fitzgerald begins his first season at Michigan State amid a 4‑8 record, a depleted roster and a historic winless streak in the Big Ten, aiming to rebuild the program for future competitiveness.
Aug 11, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes’ 2026 Big Ten Gauntlet: A Test of Early Season Resilience
The Hawkeyes open the 2026 season with a three‑game Big Ten slate that includes Michigan, Ohio State and Washington, while lesser‑known foes Minnesota, Northwestern and Illinois bring additional storylines. Key player returns and coaching changes add intrigue as Iowa seeks at least one early win to avoid a disastrous start.
Aug 11, 2026
Spartans’ Success Rests on Milivojevic and Hall
Alessio Milivojevic and Jordan Hall return as pivotal figures for Michigan State football, aiming to lift the team in the Big Ten.
Aug 10, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats’ Bold 2026 Season Under Coach David Braun
Coach David Braun outlines championship goals, a revamped offensive staff, key returning players and a demanding schedule as Northwestern prepares to host a College Football Playoff game at the newly expanded Ryan Field.
Aug 10, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats Target 2026 Big Ten Championship
Northwestern University football is setting its sights on a 2026 title, combining a championship mindset, a state‑of‑the‑art home field and a deep quarterback pool to rewrite its Big Ten narrative.
Aug 9, 2026
The 2026 Transfer Landscape: How Key Moves Are Reshaping College Football
From Darian Mensah’s move to Miami to Sam Leavitt’s jump to LSU, the upcoming transfer cycle brings proven playmakers and new storylines that could tip the balance of power across the nation.
Aug 5, 2026
Big Ten 2026 Win Projections: Forecasts, Storylines, and Betting Insights
Analysts predict a wide range of win totals for the Big Ten’s 2026 slate, with teams like Purdue, Minnesota and Ohio State eyeing over‑under lines that reflect new coaches, transfer portal additions and schedule shifts.
Aug 2, 2026
Big Ten Eyes Another Historic Run as 2026 Season Approaches
The Big Ten has dominated recent college football, and with 18 programs gathering in Chicago for media days, each team is shaping its strategy for a new season of title contention.
Jul 31, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats Aim for Big Ten Crown in Fourth Year Under David Braun
Northwestern’s football program, led by head coach David Braun, targets a Big Ten Championship and a College Football Playoff berth in its fourth season, bolstered by high‑profile hires and returning talent.
Jul 31, 2026
Big Ten Media Days Kick Off in Chicago as Michigan State Preps for New Chapter
The three‑day media event in Chicago will showcase Michigan State’s first season under head coach Pat Fitzgerald, alongside key returning players and a slate of conference‑wide storylines.
Jul 28, 2026
Big Ten’s Recent Dominance and the Road Ahead
The conference’s recent championship streak, key coaching shifts, and upcoming rule changes set the stage for another compelling season.
Jul 27, 2026
The 2026 College Football Quarterback Landscape: Who Will Lead Their Teams?
As the 2026 college football season approaches, teams across the Power 4 are finalizing their quarterback plans, blending established starters, high‑profile transfers and promising newcomers.
Jul 27, 2026
Milivojevic Poised for Breakout Season at Michigan State
Alessio Milivojevic enters his first full season as Michigan State's starting quarterback under head coach Pat Fitzgerald, navigating low preseason rankings while delivering performances that hint at a promising future.
Jul 27, 2026