Locked On Spartans - Daily Podcast On Michigan State Spartans Football & Basketball
1,319 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 377 ratingsMatt Sheehan brings you a daily podcast on the Michigan State Spartans with Locked On Spartans, part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Check in with new episodes five times a week to get game previews, team news and in-depth stats and matchups for the Spartans. Plus, interviews with the reporters, athletes and coaches of your favorite Spartan teams. Catch new episodes of Locked on Spartans every Monday through Friday, part of the Locked On Podcast Network.
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Robbie Hummel on MSU basketball: Most perplexing part of the season, Tyson Walker, Tom Izzo & more
February 23, 2024 17:23 - 33 minutesWe hear from the hardest working man in college basketball as Robbie Hummel joins the show to talk all things Michigan State basketball. From the most perplexing part of this year's team to why there is reason for optimism come March Madness, we hit on all things surrounding this basketball team. We also talk which Big Ten teams can be serious this tournament, who would win between five Zach Edeys and five Tyson Walkers and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta...
MSU basketball is HOW close to the bubble? MSU football beating Notre Dame in 2026? MSU hockey talk
February 23, 2024 00:00 - 38 minutesMSU basketball has a (maybe big) game this weekend against Ohio State that will have MSU bracketology implications. What cushion would a win give to MSU, and just how damaging a loss be for the Spartans? We also look at Bruce Thornton, Zed Key and Jamison Battle to see what the Buckeyes are all about too. We also get to MSU hockey's huge series against Ohio State, whether or not MSU vs. Notre Dame in 2026 will be upset watch and why, JUST WHY, are we so disappointed with Tuesday's loss. Suppo...
Is Wayne Matthews MSU football's top defensive transfer? How is MSU basketball lacking leadership?
February 22, 2024 10:00 - 41 minutesPFF has been high on the transfer of linebacker Wayne Matthews, and do we agree he's the best defensive transfer under Jonathan Smith and MSU football so far? And how high up should the pass rush be on the list of concerns for MSU? We also talk about how the recent College Football Playoff changes will help Michigan State and debate if the switch to 12 teams will help or hurt the sport. And finally, we get to MSU basketball and wonder how on earth its gotten to the point where Davis Smith is ...
MSU basketball gets run off court by Iowa; Are all hopes of a good March gone?
February 21, 2024 03:57 - 39 minutesMSU basketball got rolled off its own court against Iowa. From what on earth is going on at the center position to wondering why Xavier Booker was zeroed out in the second half, we wear our hearts on our sleeves for this one. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE when you register. LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small busines...
Will MSU football vs. Iowa be a coin toss?; Can MSU basketball keep it going vs. Iowa, Owen Freeman?
February 19, 2024 21:56 - 35 minutesMichigan State football has a few 50/50 games on their schedule, but none of them could be more important than the game against Iowa. How will Iowa look coming into the season, and does Trent Condon of Locked On Hawkeyes see the game as a coin toss too? We then chat Iowa vs. MSU basketball and whether or not the Hawkeyes have the firepower and the defense to pull off the massive upset at Breslin Center. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners ...
MSU basketball SLAMS the door on Michigan late; Tyson Walker, Malik Hall ball out in win
February 18, 2024 04:41 - 35 minutesMSU basketball and Tom Izzo complete the regular season sweep over Michigan thanks to air-tight defense late in the game and sensational performances from Malik Hall and Tyson Walker. What else has got us feeling good about the game, and what doesnt't? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE when you register. LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes w...
Biggest risks of Jonathan Smith's offseason for MSU football; MSU basketball MUST win at Michigan
February 16, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutesMichigan State football has had a pretty standard offseason, but what risks have Jonathan Smith taken so far? Also, EA Sports dropped the huge news of NCAA Football 25 coming out this summer, and we can't wait to ignore our responsibilities for those sunny months. We then talk MSU basketball vs. Michigan and how it would be nothing short of infuriating if MSU doesn't win on Saturday. We chat all that and more with Kevin Grech of Can't Read Can't Write. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! L...
Malik Hall silencing doubters in MSU basketball win over Penn State; MSU fotball bowl projection
February 15, 2024 04:00 - 40 minutesMichigan State basketball picked up its second conference road win thanks to dynamite performances from Malik Hall, Jaden Akins and Carson Cooper. Is this enough to have MSU fans feeling good about the future of this season, or what else is still holding us back from believing? MSU football also has a bowl game projection, and we talk through our best bets for Big Ten football win totals. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high ...
Why over 5.5 wins for MSU football is a LOCK; 2024 MSU schedule setting up nicely for 6+ wins
February 14, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutesMichigan State football and the rest of the Big Ten had their win totals released, and we are feeling SPICY about where MSU stands. Is over 5.5 wins a stone-cold lock, or is there reason to be treading lightly on that number? And what are three other win total bets we are feeling good about for the conference? We also take a look at whether MSU will be in play for Spencer Holstege and where MSU basketball stands in bracketology before its game at Penn State. Support Us By Supporting Our Spons...
Tom Izzo sums up MSU basketball's season perfectly; MSU football linebacker Brady Pretzlaff joins!
February 13, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutesWith February 13, 2023 a year ago, we look back on the tragic event that unfolded at MSU to start the show. We remember the names of those lost, look back on the heaping support shown around Spartan Nation and hear from Tom Izzo too. Also, what quote does Izzo have that perfectly sums up this whole season? We are then joined by 4-star 2024 linebacker commit Brady Pretzlaff to talk his time at MSU so far, his relationship with Joe Rossi and TONS more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Lin...
MSU basketball gets HUGE win over Illinois; Malik Hall, AJ Hoggard slam the door late
February 11, 2024 17:05 - 30 minutesMSU basketball had its backs against the wall, but a strong finish by Malik Hall, AJ Hoggard and Tyson Walker sealed the deal for a massive win over Illinois. What does this game mean for MSU, and what’s next for the Spartans? Also, MSU hockey swept Michigan and took home the Dual In The D title to continue its program-shifting season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why Linke...
What's a realistic record for MSU football in 2024? What's impressed the most about Jonathan Smith so far?
February 09, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutesHow impressive has Jonathan Smith been in his two months at Michigan State? And what it a realistic goal for MSU football on the field in 2024? We chat with Craig Shemon of Locked On Big 10 to get his take on all things green and white…and more. Which other teams in the conference are also enjoying a great off-season, and is this Big Ten/SEC stuff actually relevant? We then wrap up by talking about Prairie View A&M being put on the schedule before talking about this weekend’s MSU basketball...
MSU football inks three on Signing Day; Jaylan Brown jumps in ratings; MSU basketball and MSU hockey
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutesMSU football wrapped up its second signing day period with Jaylan Brown, Mikeshun Beeler and Martin Connington all inking their letter of intent to Jonathan Smith and the Spartans. While Jadyn Walker and Dimitry Nicolas didn’t commit to MSU, why are we walking away from this signing period in a good mood? We also get to your emails on MSU basketball after their frustrating game at Minnesota and talk MSU hockey with Jeremy Dewar of Spartans Illustrated. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! L...
MSU football signing day a positive?; MSU basketball blows, once again, another road game
February 07, 2024 05:35 - 44 minutesWith the second national signing day upon us, is MSU set up for a positive day despite looking like it will lose Jadyn Walker? We then talk MSU basketball who, SURPRISE, lost another road game. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and condi...
MSU football recruiting: Mikeshun Beeler commits, Dimitry Nicolas next?; Recapping MSU's Junior Day
February 05, 2024 23:15 - 35 minutesRyan O'Bleness of Spartans Illustrated joins the show to talk all things Michigan State recruiting, starting with the commitment of 3-star DT Mikeshun Beeler. Why is this a huge commit for the Spartans, and will he be the only one this week? Also, what do we know about Jadyn Walker and Keona Wilhite ahead of signing day? We then talk about the Midwest invasion for MSU's Junior Day, which could be a sign of things to come from Jonathan Smith on the recruiting trail. Plus, why Alan Haller deser...
Does another gritty MSU basketball win over Maryland have us feeling good?; Malik Hall shines again
February 04, 2024 05:18 - 37 minutesMSU basketball picked up its ninth-straight home win, this time winning a gritty game against Maryland. Who was the late hero, and is the short-lived worry about Tyson Walker officially over? And how does the fanbase as a whole feel about this team moving forward? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. ...
MSU football fixing future problem at defensive tackle?; Did Jonathan Smith jump to MSU too soon?
February 02, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutesWith signing day less than a week away, MSU has two defensive tackles -- Mikeshun Beeler and Dimitry Nicolas -- in its sites. Why are these players necessary for this class in order to fix a glaring problem left by the last staff? We also talk about the MSU spring game announcement and whether or not it will be a game at all. MSU basketball takes on Maryland on Saturday in a game that could be another low-scoring affair if Maryland has its way on defense. What do we want to see from the Spart...
Is Aidan Chiles MSU football's most hyped player since Charles Rogers?; Any Tyson Walker concern?
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutesIs Aidan Chiles the most anticipated Michigan State football player since Charles Rogers? Is it bowl game or bust in year one for Jonathan Smith and the Spartans? And is there something up with Tyson Walker? We get to all that and more on a “true or false” episode with the man who goes by Peach. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get T...
MSU basketball blasts UM in second half, secures win No. 700 for Tom Izzo; Jaden Akins goes nuclear
January 31, 2024 05:23 - 34 minutesJaden Akins made it rain as Michigan State erases a hot first half by Michigan. Who else starred in this one as Tom Izzo continues to add to his illustrious career with win No. 700? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get ...
MSU football lands Jaylan Brown; Staff to visit 4-star Ryan Montgomery; Will MSU vs. UM get ugly?
January 29, 2024 20:15 - 36 minutesMichigan State football added another 2024 commit in wide receiver Jaylan Brown over the weekend. What does he bring to the table, where does MSU stack up now and who else was on campus over the weekend? Also, we take a look at 2025 as the Ryan Montgomery sweepstakes are starting to heat up. We are then joined by Greg Waddell of Sleepers Media to talk about the MSU vs. Michigan basketball matchup. Between the underwhelming season by Juwan Howard to the odd suspension of Dug McDaniel, we talk...
MSU basketball adds to frustrating season at Wisconsin; Does Harbaugh leaving help MSU football?
January 27, 2024 16:37 - 34 minutesMSU basketball went on the road and continued a recent trend of coming up short against a ranked team. Despite the eighth loss this year, why does this still feel frustrating? And can we take solace in the fact that AJ Hoggard keeps improving and that the next eight games look favorable, or is there too much doom and gloom? We also take a look at Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan and what this means for the MSU vs. UM rivalry. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime...
MSU basketball: What would a Wisconsin win mean? Is Malik Hall the second more important player?
January 26, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutesCarter Elliott of Spartans Illustrated and Sleepers Media joins to talk all things Michigan State basketball ahead of the big Wisconsin game. What would a win mean for the season and MSU's tournament outlook, and why do we expect the Spartans to get a win? We then take a look at some of the biggest players like Malik Hall, AJ Hoggard, Xavier Booker and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your fir...
MSU football set for offensive upgrade with Brian Lindgren, Aidan Chiles; Where are former coaches?
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutesChase Glasser of Spartans Illustrated joins the show as we kick things off talking about his recent piece on offensive coordinator Brian Lindgren, quarterback Aidan Chiles and what they'll bring to East Lansing. From pre-snap motion to one of his favorite formations, what are the little wrinkles that will bode well for MSU's offense? We then talk about where former MSU football coaches are like Jay Johnson, Scottie Hazelton and more. More on Chase Glasser's piece can be found at https://michi...
MSU football starting lineup if kickoff was today; Should Xavier Booker be seeing more minutes?
January 24, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutesIf MSU football kicked off its season today, who would be in the starting lineup? From Aidan Chiles and the offense to Jaden Mangham on the defense, we run through every position to project how things stand right now. We then get to Tom Izzo's comments on Xavier Booker getting more minutes, Jeremy Fears progressing well and Jaden Akins practicing. Also, looking at where MSU bracketology stands. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and u...
What MSU football is getting with OL Luke Newman; Is MSU basketball REALLY a bubble team?
January 23, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutesMSU football added another big portal pickup to the offensive line in Holy Cross transfer Luke Newman. Where does he fit in with this offensive line room, and what depth is this unit now looking at? We also look at another 2024 commit in kicker Martin Connington and a weekend visitor in 3-star receiver Jaylan Brown. Then we take questions on whether or not MSU basketball is truly on the bubble, what lineup tweaks would we make and which Detroit Lions player would we put on MSU right now? Su...
MSU basketball FINALLY gets road win; 2024 & 2025 MSU football recruiting
January 21, 2024 19:39 - 36 minutesMSU basketball finally gets a Big Ten road win, this time hanging on to beat Maryland after a great first half and a...tough second half. Tre Holloman, Malik Hall and Tyson Walker all shined in a game that means a little more than just a nice road win too. We are then joined by Locked On recruiting expert Brian Smith to talk Keona Wilhite's visit, Luke Newman and more for the 2024 and 2025 class. Also, what does Kalen DeBoer and the shakeup of the college football landscape teach us about MSU...
MSU basketball escapes Minnesota scare; Demetrice Martin hired by MSU football; MSU women's basketball surprising
January 19, 2024 16:32 - 33 minutesMSU basketball got a win thanks to late heroics by Tyson Walker and a solid performance by Malik Hall. What did this Minnesota game remind us of, and what kind of team should we expect to see Sunday as MSU hits the road to take on Maryland? Also, MSU football hires Demetrice Martin as cornerbacks coach and brings more than two decades of coaching experience with him. We are then joined by Spartan Media Network's Dalton Shetler to talk Jonathan Smith, Coen Carr and the rising MSU women's baske...
What Joe Rossi brings to MSU football; What MSU basketball will see from Minnesota, Dawson Garcia
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutesKane Rob of Locked On Gophers joins for a crossover show to talk all things Minnesota and Michigan State football and basketball. We talk about the recent MSU defensive coordinator swipe as Joe Rossi was hired on by Jonathan Smith off of Minnesota’s staff. What will he bring to the table, and was his success a byproduct of playing Big Ten West offenses? We then chat about the MSU basketball game vs. Minnesota. What’s been going well for Ben Johnson’s Gophers and is this team just Dawson Garci...
MSU basketball due for big run? Tom Izzo NOT retiring in 2024; Tre Holloman the surprise of the year
January 17, 2024 03:22 - 37 minutesDave Klein of Spartans Illustrated joins to talk all things Michigan State basketball. From whether MSU is due for a big run to what Tom Izzo said about retirement, we get to all things green and white. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms...
MSU football loses Zion Young to Mizzou; MSU basketball recruiting update for Bryson Tucker
January 16, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutesMSU football took a hit in the transfer portal as rising junior defensive end Zion Young is leaving for Missouri. What does this mean for the defensive end room, and where else does Michigan State need to be looking the rest of the off-season? We also dive into the mailbag where we take a look at Bryson Tucker’s commitment, what MSU basketball could look like in 2024-25 and what the ceiling for MSU hockey could be this season. Also, would we change anything this week with the Lions playoff wi...
MSU basketball rolls Rutgers & STEVEN IZZO SCORES; MSU football recruiting for 2024 and 2025
January 14, 2024 20:34 - 37 minutesMSU basketball got back in the win column with a 73-55 win against Rutgers but more importantly STEVEN IZZO FINALLY DID IT. He scored against Rutgers and sent Breslin Center into a frenzy to finally get the monkey off his back. Oh, and also Tre Holloman had a really solid game off the bench and the Malik Hall rollercoaster saw a great game out of him too. After a quick update on Tony Grimes, we chat with recruiting expert Max Torres about what he likes from the 2024 MSU recruiting class, who ...
Where it went wrong for MSU basketball in another road L; Making Jonathan Smith the next Nick Saban
January 12, 2024 05:29 - 35 minutesMSU basketball is back to their recent form of struggling to find a win on the road. Despite solid games from AJ Hoggard, Tyson Walker and Malik Hall how did MSU – yet again – find a way to lose against Illinois? Also, how can Jonathan Smith one day become the next Nick Saban? Yeah, we answer it. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for...
MSU football adds BIG need in LB Wayne Matthews; Solving MSU's scheduling issue; MSU vs. Illinois
January 11, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutesMichigan State football added a big need to its defense in linebacker Wayne Matthews from Old Dominion. What does the former Monarch bring to the Spartans, and where will he fit in on next year's team? Also, Louisiana left MSU high and dry for the upcoming season as they canceled the week three game. BUT, we have a solution as to who MSU should call for the fill-in. Then, Drew Pastorek of Champagne Room and Oskee Talk joins the show to talk Illinois basketball, Terrance Shannon and more ahead...
MSU football gets run-stopping DT D'Quan Douse; Mark Dantonio off to College Football Hall of Fame
January 10, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutesMichigan State football found some more big portal help in defensive tackle D'Quan Douse and punter Carson Voss. What does Douse's previous years at Georgia Tech say about this addition, and has the defensive line room become a strength over the last month? Also, we look into Carson Voss's journey to MSU. We are then joined by Brian Lewerke to talk about Mark Dantonio being inducted in the College Football Hall of Fame in 2024. What was it like playing under him, and what were some of the bes...
Who is MSU football's best transfer outside of Aidan Chiles? MSU basketball finishes as what seed?
January 09, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutesWe are joined by John Kirby of The Only Podcast to talk about all things Michigan State football and basketball. From what we like the most about Jonathan Smith's tenure to what to make of the five game winning streak Michigan State basketball just ended, we get to it all with a game of fill in the blank. But first, we talk our way through Michigan winning the national championship and get to the news about Maliq Carr's transfer to Houston. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn Thes...
MSU football gets two HUGE transfer portal additions; MSU basketball rolled by Northwestern
January 08, 2024 03:58 - 35 minutesMSU football gained some huge additions in the transfer portal with Oregon State’s Tanner Miller and Texas A&M’s Tony Grimes committing to Jonathan Smith’s Spartans over the weekend. Why are these two players such a big deal, and where do they fit in with the team from day one? Also, Maverick Hansen announced his return to the team and MSU gets another quarterback in Tommy Schuster. Also…MSU basketball got back to the losing side of things with a beatdown at the hands of Northwestern AGAIN. W...
MSU basketball pounds Penn State; 2024 MSU quarterback commit Alessio Milivojevic joins!
January 05, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutesMSU basketball won a no-doubter against Penn State thanks to a lights out first half by a duo of seniors in Tyson Walker and Malik Hall. Just how steady has Malik Hall been all season, and what did we see from Xavier Booker's 14 minutes of action in the win? We are then joined by Alessio Milivojevic and his father and coach Ivan Milivojevic to talk about his MSU football recruiting journey, Jonathan Smith, what he's looking forward to and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametim...
Jacoby Windmon not returning to NFL Draft; Could Silas Bolden be in MSU's sites?
January 04, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutesMSU football was dealt its first off-season blow in a while as Jacoby Windmon is forgoing his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL Draft. Also, is Oregon State wide receiver Silas Bolden in MSU's sites? And MSU is reportedly hiring former Indiana co-defensive coordinator Chad Wilt as the ninth assistant to Jonathan Smith's staff. And then...the annual trivia showdown with Matt's brother that may or may not even include MSU at all. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download...
Jaren Mangham coming back to MSU football; Jaxon Kohler closer to return; Best of MSU sports in 2023
January 03, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutesA smattering of news and notes to get to, from Jaren Mangham announcing his return to MSU football and Tunmise Adeleye in the portal to Jaxon Kohler returning to MSU basketball soon. Also, a big MSU football recruiting visit is incoming as Holy Cross offensive lineman Luke Newman is set to visit in the near future. Also, more from our chat with Connor Muldowney on the best of MSU sports, including our Spartan of the year for 2023. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the G...
MSU sports in 2023: Was MSU vs. Marquette the game of the year? | MSU recruiting best moment & more
January 01, 2024 17:22 - 36 minutesIt's our end of year 2023 MSU sports bonanza as we take a look back on the year with Connor Muldowney (@ConnorMuldowney on Twitter). We reminisce on the game of the year, lowest moment of the year, recruiting moment of the year and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers g...
MSU football gets Charles Brantley back; MSU basketball survives Indiana State...what does it mean?
December 31, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutesMSU football got another piece of good news before the weekend as Charles Brantley took his name out of the portal to add experience to the defensive back room. Who else could be next to come back to MSU, and where will Brantley fit in during his upcoming fourth year? We also take a look and breathe a collective sigh of relief as Michigan State basketball wins a great game against Indiana State to get itself further off the bubble. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download th...
MSU football best case, worst case and realistic case for 2024; Tom Izzo speaks on MSU basketball
December 29, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutesWhat is the best case, worst case and realistic scenario for MSU football in Jonathan Smith's first season? And what breaks could be helping MSU out in the next year that could exceed those expectations? But first, MSU basketball head coach Tom Izzo spoke on a list of issues from Jeremy Fears to Jaxon Kohler ahead of a showdown against Indiana State. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP a...
MSU football gets two HUGE portal wins; Two more possible MSU football transfer targets
December 28, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutesMSU football had a big portal day as they see two highly coveted transfer portal entries come back to East Lansing in Geno VanDeMark and Derrick Harmon. What do both of these announcements mean to MSU, and what do each of those MSU offensive line and defensive line units look like now? We are also looking at two transfer targets as running back Peny Boone and wide receiver Jabre Barber are in the portal with MSU interest. And then finally, we crack open the mailbag to talk Aidan Chiles, footb...
USC trying to nab Aidan Chiles; Jaron Glover, Montorie Foster returning; Jeremy Fears shot
December 27, 2023 03:58 - 32 minutesMSU football and MSU basketball had a heck of holiday week in the news, so we look back on all things Green and White starting with Aidan Chiles being sought after by USC. Should we be worried at all, and what are the key dates to watch for? Also, Jaron Glover and Montorie Foster are heading back to MSU after an interesting dive into the portal that saw one of them take an official to Georgia. Harlon Barnett is also not coming back to the program, and we offer our thoughts on that. Jeremy Fea...
What MSU football and MSU basketball items are STILL on our Christmas wish list?
December 25, 2023 10:01 - 33 minutesMerry Christmas and a happy holiday season from us at Locked On Spartans! We have a fun show today with Scott Tolonen of Spartans Avenue to talk about what is still on our wish lists for all Spartan fans. From Steven Izzo points to what we would love to give to Aidan Chiles and all Spartan fans, we have a hoot and a half to ring in the holiday season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP ...
MSU football recruiting diamonds in the rough; Jonathan Smith passes first recruiting test
December 21, 2023 22:15 - 31 minutesLocked On recruiting expert Brian Smith joins the show to cap off a big week of recruiting for Michigan State football. From Rustin Young to Andrew Brinson, who were the diamonds in the rough this class that ranks around 50th nationally. And despite the low class ranking, did Jonathan Smith actually succeed in his short amount of time in East Lansing so far? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post ...
MSU football recruiting: The surprises and instant impact players from Signing Day; What's next?
December 20, 2023 18:39 - 33 minutesMSU recruiting insider Justin Thind of 247Sports drops by to lend his knowledge on a largely stress-free but semi-surprising Signing Day for MSU. From a late QB flip in Ryland Jessee to the transfer portal commit from Middle Tennessee State defensive end Quindarius Dunnigan, we take a quick look at both the new additions. We then get into who could be an instant impact guy, from Nick Marsh or any of the additional Hawaiin recruits in Kekai Burnett and Rustin Young. Also, where does MSU go fro...
Will MSU football recruiting enjoy a stress-free signing day? | Transfer portal names to watch for
December 20, 2023 00:00 - 34 minutesStephen Brooks of 247Sports joins the show to look at all things early signing day for MSU football. From names that could provide drama like 4-star Tyler Cherry to how we should look at this class and where it ranks nationally, we get the full breakdown. We also dive into Kekai Burnett, Rustin Young and whether or not Camren Campbell is back in the mix for MSU. Also, who are some of the portal names Spartan fans can take a look at and who are some MSU players that could come back from the po...
MSU football getting help from THREE much-needed transfer commits; MSU recruiting is in a good spot
December 19, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutesMSU football and Jonathan Smith got some big help in the transfer portal with the additions of Jack Velling, Jordan Turner and TJ Sheffield. What will each bring to East Lansing, and what other name hit the portal that we should keep our eye on? We then clean up a smattering of high school commits from Alessio Milivojevic to Brandon Tullis, and keeping an eye on hopeful commits Brady Pretzlaff and Camren Campbell. Also, with MSU's class ranking in the 60s right now, should we be panicking? We...
MSU basketball SMOKES Baylor; What will MSU football defensive coordinator Joe Rossi bring?
December 17, 2023 20:59 - 31 minutesMSU basketball absolutely steamrolls Baylor in a game that features the Spartans best version of itself -- a team with defensive tenacity, physicality on the boards, great performances by seniors Tyson Walker and AJ Hoggard and more. We are then joined by Chase Glasser of Spartans Illustrated to breakdown what defensive coordinator Joe Rossi will bring to the table, what players will thrive in his system and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find th...