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The ONLY show about Spartan Dawgs hosted by Spartan Dawgs. New shows Tuesdays & Thursdays. Former MSU legends Jason Strayhorn & Sedrick Irvin bring you the REAL insider's show. Listen to audio here. Watch the LIVE show & interact with us in the live chat party on YouTube channel This Is Sparta MSU Tuesdays & Thursdays 8P ET. The live chat is a Spartan virutal tailgate you'll never want to miss! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  1. 2 days ago

    Nakai Martinez Talks “Bag of Chips,” Spencer Brown Calls Out the Schedule | This Is Sparta B1G #313

    Michigan State football is back — and This Is Sparta Across the B1G is locked in for the season opener against Toledo. Jason Strayhorn, Chon “Slow Sippa” Taylor, and sedrick “Swerve” Irvin break down the biggest questions heading into Friday night at Spartan Stadium: What will Jonathan Smith’s Spartans look like in Game 1? Can Michigan State establish a physical identity? And is this the year the Spartans get back to a bowl game? MSU captain and safety Nakai Martinez joins the show to discuss his return from injury, being voted a captain, the intensity brought by Coach Fitz and the staff, defensive communication, playing with a chip — or a whole bag of chips — on his shoulder, and why this team believes it has something to prove. Then former Spartan offensive lineman Spencer Brown stops by with the honest, hilarious, no-filter conversation Spartan fans need before kickoff. The crew debates Michigan State’s schedule, realistic win expectations, the state of the program, NIL, recruiting, culture, identity, and what a convincing win over Toledo needs to look like. Can MSU run the ball, stop the run, play fast, create turnovers, and send a message in the opener? The road to the 2026 season starts now. Topics Nakai Martinez on becoming an MSU captain Coach Fitz’s energy and the team’s “bag of chips” mentality Michigan State vs. Toledo preview and score expectations Spencer Brown’s blunt take on MSU’s schedule Bowl-game expectations for the Spartans The importance of culture, recruiting, NIL, and player development Why Friday night is a statement game for Michigan State Shoutout to MSU women’s soccer and volleyball Like, subscribe, and tell us in the comments: What does Michigan State need to show against Toledo for you to feel confident about the season? Go Green. #MichiganStateFootball #MSUFootball #GoGreen #Spartans #MichiganState #ToledoFootball #BigTenFootball #CollegeFootball #JonathanSmith #NakaiMartinez #ThisIsSparta Alternate titles Nakai Martinez: “We’ve Got a Bag of Chips on Our Shoulder” | MSU vs. Toledo Preview Can Michigan State Make a Statement vs. Toledo? Nakai Martinez + Spencer Brown Join the Show MSU Football Is Back: Toledo Preview, Nakai Martinez Interview & Brutal Schedule Debate “No More Talking”: Michigan State’s Toledo Test Starts the Season Spencer Brown on MSU’s Schedule, Bowl Expectations & Why Toledo Is a Must-Win Michigan State Football 2026 Preview: Nakai Martinez, Toledo, and the Road to a Bowl MSU vs. Toledo: The Spartans Have Something to Prove | This Is Sparta Across the B1G Thumbnail text Best option: “BAG OF CHIPS!” MSU vs. Toledo Other strong options: NO MORE TALKING STATEMENT GAME BOWL GAME OR BUST? CAN MSU GET TO 6? TOLEDO MUST PAY The title and description reflect the episode’s player interview, Toledo game preview, coach-energy discussion, debate over MSU’s identity and schedule, and the hosts’ bowl-game expectations. Sources 1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  2. 26 Aug

    Big Ten Drops the Hammer, NIL’s New Reality & Swerve’s Football Comeback? | This Is Sparta B1G #312

    On this episode of This Is Sparta, Jason Strayhorn, Sean “SlowSippa” Taylor and Sedrick “Swerve” Irvin break down the Big Ten’s new penalties for programs that play former NFL players, the wild eligibility battles reshaping the sport, and why the NIL/revenue-sharing era is changing college football faster than anyone can keep up. We’re also joined by Steve DeBruyler of Legacy Sports Management & Media to discuss what athletes and families need to know about NIL, representation, branding, contracts, career planning, and why waiting for the money to “just come” is not a real strategy. Plus: Michigan State women’s soccer takes down No. 7 North Carolina What MSU’s schedule says about the Spartans’ win total Why the transfer portal has turned smaller programs into development leagues The evolving value of staying in college versus entering the NFL Draft Swerve says he still has two years of eligibility left—and Legacy may have a new client Like, subscribe, and drop your Michigan State football prediction in the comments. Go Green. Go White. #MichiganState #MSUFootball #CollegeFootball #NIL #BigTen #SpartanNation #ThisIsSparta Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  3. 19 Aug

    MSU’s New AD, NIL Questions & Cam Edwards’ Big Expectations | This Is Sparta B1G #311

    Michigan State football is almost here, and this episode of This Is Sparta Across the B1G gets real about what needs to happen in East Lansing. Jason Strayhorn, Chon “SlowSippa” Taylor, and Sedrick “Swerve” Irvin break down Michigan State’s new athletic director hire, the reported $5.1 million buyout, Spartan Ventures, fundraising, NIL investment, and the questions Spartan fans should be asking as the program tries to compete in the new era of college sports. The crew also dives into the football side: Can Cam Edwards become one of the Big Ten’s breakout running backs? What must Michigan State’s offensive line provide for the run game to work? Why the defensive line and trench play will determine the Spartans’ ceiling Thoughts on Kenny Soares Jr., Ben Roberts, Derek Simmons, and the defensive front rotation Why Joe Rossi’s defense could be a strength in 2026 Bowl-game expectations, recruiting pressure, roster building, and what Spartan Ventures must deliver Plus, Swerve checks in from California with insight from around the program and a firsthand look at the anticipation building toward kickoff. Drop your prediction in the comments: How many games will Michigan State win this season—and can Cam Edwards become a top-10 running back nationally? Like, subscribe, and share with the Spartan family. Go Green. Go White. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  4. 19 Aug

    Can Michigan State’s New O-Line Win the Trenches? | 2026 Football Preview | This Is Sparta B1G #310

    Can Michigan State football win the trenches in 2026? On this episode of This Is Sparta Across the B1G, Jason Strayhorn, Chon “SlowSippa” Taylor, and Sedrick “Swerve” Irvin take a deep dive into Michigan State’s offensive line. The crew breaks down the projected starters, incoming transfers, size and weight comparisons to recent national champions, and the real traits that matter in Big Ten football: toughness, bend, movement, technique, cohesion—and having that dog in you. They also discuss what MSU’s rushing attack needs to reach bowl eligibility, why the Notre Dame game may reveal the most about this offensive line, and which players could become key pieces up front. Plus: the latest conversation around college-athlete eligibility, the transfer portal’s impact on high school recruiting, and why Swerve may need a new laptop before the next show. Drop your thoughts in the comments: Will Michigan State’s offensive line be good enough to control the trenches this season? Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Michigan State football coverage, Big Ten talk, and Spartan perspective. #MichiganStateFootball #MSUFootball #GoGreen #BigTenFootball #CollegeFootball #Spartans #ThisIsSparta Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  5. 5 Aug

    Izzo's Roster Gamble, Moneyball Pro-Am, and the $48M NIL Bill | This Is Sparta B1G #309

    This captures the three biggest substantive threads — the Kohler/Izzo roster debate, on-court takeaways from Moneyball Pro-Am, and the Senate NIL legislation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  6. 29 Jul

    Four Million vs. Seventeen: Why Michigan State Keeps Getting Got | This Is Sparta B1G #308

    The crew spends significant time contrasting Michigan State's modest NIL/jersey patch revenue against Big Ten rivals like Ohio State and Illinois, framing it as a symptom of the program "playing in waters they shouldn't be playing in". They also debate two known Spartan candidates, Tom Dieters and Ashton Henderson, as preferred picks for the vacant Athletic Director role over outside hires with flashy but "non-functional" resumes. Lighter segments include Hall of Fame reactions, a tribute to late linebacker Gail Clark, and playful banter about basketball eligibility rumors involving Jaxon Kohler and Tre Holloman. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  7. 22 Jul

    Salacious Saturdays: Michigan Meltdown, Spartan Hype, and a $12M Fall Guy | This Is Sparta B1G #307

    The boys of This Is Sparta are back and salacious as ever, kicking off a mid-summer grind with a full dive into Michigan’s latest off-field mess and what it really means when an athletic director gets paid $12 million to be the fall guy. They break down FOIA shenanigans, “no paper trail” investigations, and why cheaters seem to come out ahead, all while roasting the maize-and-blue circus across the state. Then the crew pivots to Spartan football, talking freshmen who can make immediate impact, bowl-game dreams, win totals jumping from 3.5 to 4.5, and why Pat’s energy and defensive mindset could have MSU ahead of schedule. Along the way, there’s Detroit-to-Miami weekend talk, Coors Cam jokes, new vocabulary lessons on “salacious,” and Auntie Hall already counting down the days until kickoff and ironing the green-and-white jersey. This episode is equal parts Michigan meltdown, Spartan optimism, and pure Dog-family banter. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  8. 15 Jul

    Palumbo Takes the Wheel: Can MSU Fix Football Before Fall? | This Is Sparta B1G #306

    This episode covers Michigan State's chaotic athletic administration saga—President Guskiewicz's reversal on leaving for Clemson, former AD J-Bat's exit to Kentucky, and John Palumbo stepping in as interim AD—alongside a deep dive into the $736 million fundraising jump and lagging football recruiting rankings (16th of 18 in the Big Ten). The back half shifts to football previews, with spirited debate over quarterback Aidan Chiles/Alessio's readiness, matchup predictions against Oregon and Notre Dame, and a nod to Michigan's ongoing Sherrone Moore/sign-stealing scandal fallout. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

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The ONLY show about Spartan Dawgs hosted by Spartan Dawgs. New shows Tuesdays & Thursdays. Former MSU legends Jason Strayhorn & Sedrick Irvin bring you the REAL insider's show. Listen to audio here. Watch the LIVE show & interact with us in the live chat party on YouTube channel This Is Sparta MSU Tuesdays & Thursdays 8P ET. The live chat is a Spartan virutal tailgate you'll never want to miss! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

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