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

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 mystique. Insights abound on Oregon...

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, and Maryland.

The discussion cover...

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 built for our most loyal fans. Click h...

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 Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-fre...

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, and possible additions like Cam Edw...

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 impact on the Spartans’ defensive l...

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 from outgoing players, and assesses...

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 NCAA Sweet Sixteen. Which moment truly...

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. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club an...

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 another game-changing transfer before ...

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 challenges ahead as MSU searches for ...

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 could impact Michigan State’s Big ...

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 issues.

Marcus Rush joins the show to of...

Michigan State Spartans football land a game-changing hire as special teams ace LeVar Woods leaves Iowa, shaking up the Big Ten coaching landscape. Can Woods transform one of the conference’s worst special teams units into a discipline-driven powerhouse? Matt Sheehan breaks down Woods’ stellar Iowa resume and what his arrival means for Pat Fitzgerald’s staff, while also spotlighting recent MSU staffing updates and the impact of new...

Michigan faces a critical coaching crossroads as Kaylin DeBoer and Kenny Dillingham emerge as frontrunners for the Wolverines’ head football coach position. Can Michigan lure DeBoer away from Alabama and shake up the Big Ten power dynamics? Conference rivals weigh in, speculating on the impact of either hire and the potential fallout if both candidates turn down the offer.

Heisman buzz dominates with Fernando Mendoza’s clutch quarte...

Michigan State Spartans lock in continuity as Joe Rossi returns for a third season. Can his creative defensive schemes and sideline passion finally deliver elite results under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald? Matt Sheehan and Chase Glasser debate Rossi’s coaching impact, his Big Ten reputation, and the immediate need to land a star at the weak side linebacker or nickel position. Does a high-ceiling defensive recruit change everything...

Michigan State basketball is 10-1 thanks to a easy, breezy win against Toledo. 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 built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!...

Michigan State Spartans face a pivotal turning point as quarterback Aidan Chiles enters the transfer portal, reigniting questions about the program’s ability to protect and develop elite talent. Matt Sheehan and Stephen Brooks dissect where it unraveled for Chiles—was it shaky pass protection, lack of a run game, or leadership challenges? The conversation spotlights Alessio Milivojevic’s rise, offensive line woes, and how roster ma...

Michigan State Spartans survive a nail-biter against Penn State, thanks to Divine Ugochukwu's electrifying breakout performance. Can Ugochukwu's clutch shooting at the two-guard spot spark new lineup solutions for Tom Izzo’s evolving top-ten squad? Matt Sheehan breaks down the Spartans’ gritty 76-72 road victory, spotlighting Ugochukwu’s career-high 23 points and Jackson Kohler’s first-half heroics. From turnover woes and bench str...