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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. 5d ago

    Michigan State Football: Outspent, Outmatched & Out of Excuses | This Is Sparta B1G #321

    How did Michigan State football get here—and who’s accountable for fixing it? On Episode 321 of This Is Sparta Across the Big Ten, Jason Strayhorn and the crew deliver an unfiltered assessment of MSU after the UCLA loss. Injuries and depth are part of the story, but the bigger debate centers on roster building, NIL spending, talent evaluation and whether university leadership is doing enough to give the Spartans a chance to compete. The guys debate Pat Fitzgerald’s future, potential staff changes and what a serious transfer portal rebuild should prioritize: a quarterback, offensive tackles and pass rushers. Plus, Aidan Chiles’ success at Northwestern sparks a heated discussion about coaching and scheme fit, while Bryce Underwood’s development at Michigan raises questions about recruiting rankings, expectations and preparing quarterbacks to play. Is Michigan State rebuilding—or falling further behind? No green goggles. No sugarcoating. Just a candid conversation about the standards, investment and accountability needed to move MSU football forward. Go Green. Go White. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  2. Oct 21

    Curtis Blackwell Clears the Air: What MSU Is Missing in Detroit Recruiting | This Is Sparta B1G #320

    “It’s not just about the money.” Curtis Blackwell joins This Is Sparta Across the B1G for a candid conversation about his Michigan State exit, the growth of Sound Mind Sound Body, and what it takes to reconnect MSU football with Detroit’s talent pipeline. His message: recruiting starts with relationships—and those connections have to exist long before you’re asking for a commitment. Is bad blood really standing in the way? Blackwell gives his perspective on working with Michigan State, explains why the details of recruiting visits matter, and shares what he’s hearing about a more aggressive approach ahead. Spartan fans, what’s the biggest change you want to see in MSU’s recruiting approach? #GoGreen #MichiganState #MSUFootball #DetroitFootball #SoundMindSoundBody #ThisIsSparta Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  3. Oct 14

    Michigan State Football Is at a Crossroads, Rico Beard on What Must Change | This Is Sparta B1G #319

    A homecoming heartbreak. A fan base running out of patience. And one big question: What does Michigan State football want to be? Rico Beard of 97.1 The Ticket joins Jason Strayhorn, Chon “SlowSippa” Taylor, and Spencer Brown for an unfiltered conversation about the Spartans’ overtime loss to Illinois—and the bigger issues facing the program. From the failed two-point conversion to offensive play-calling, roster talent, and coaching accountability, the crew debates why Michigan State keeps falling short. But this conversation goes beyond Saturday’s scoreboard. The guys dig into NIL funding, donor trust, Detroit recruiting, and why December’s transfer portal decisions could define the program’s direction. What would a meaningful roster overhaul look like? What needs to change on the coaching staff? And can Michigan State keep its best players while attracting the talent it needs to compete? Plus, a look ahead to Aidan Chiles’ return with Northwestern, a debate over the Big Ten’s contenders, and why some Spartan fans are already turning their attention to basketball. No moral victories—just a candid discussion about what it will take to move Michigan State forward. Subscribe to This Is Sparta Across the Big Ten, join the conversation in the comments, and check out our Substack for more coverage and behind-the-scenes discussion. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  4. Oct 7

    Does Michigan State Want to Win? Wisconsin Fallout & the QB Revenge Tour | This Is Sparta B1G #318

    Three points in Madison. Two former Spartan quarterbacks coming back to East Lansing. And one big question: Does Michigan State want to win? On this episode of This Is Sparta Across the B1G, Jason Strayhorn, Chon “SlowSippa” Taylor, and Spencer Brown break down Michigan State’s 31–3 loss to Wisconsin—and why the frustration goes far beyond the scoreboard. The crew challenges the offensive line’s favorable PFF grades, debates coaching and accountability, and questions whether MSU’s administration is willing to make the NIL investment needed to compete. Next comes a potential quarterback revenge tour: Katin Houser with Illinois and Aidan Chiles with Northwestern. With homecoming approaching, the guys discuss whether the Spartans can respond—or whether tailgating has become the main attraction. Plus, a look around the Big Ten, the debate over coaching to a quarterback’s strengths, and early optimism about Spartan basketball. Unfiltered opinions, former-player perspective, and a demand for a higher standard in East Lansing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  5. Sep 30

    MSU Football Is Fighting for Pride: The NIL, Recruiting & Culture Crisis | This Is Sparta B1G #317

    Michigan State football is at a crossroads. After a frustrating 31–13 loss, the This Is Sparta crew breaks down why this season has quickly become a fight for pride—and why the issues surrounding the program go much deeper than one game or one quarterback. Jason Strayhorn, Sedrick Irvin, Chon “SlowSippa” Taylor, Spencer, and Swerve talk candidly about: MSU’s offensive struggles, injuries, quarterback play, and whether the team needs changes now Why the Spartans appear overmatched physically in Big Ten matchups The importance of culture, player development, and finding an identity under the new staff Whether Michigan State is investing enough in NIL, recruiting, and retaining talent Why former Spartans and recruits have found success elsewhere How programs such as Northwestern, Iowa, Indiana, USC, Alabama, and others are navigating the new college-football landscape Nick Saban’s comments on NIL, player movement, and the changing power structure in college athletics What it will take for Michigan State to become competitive again—and why patience cannot mean accepting mediocrity The Disney goggles are off. This is an honest conversation about where Michigan State football stands, what must improve, and why the next stretch of games matters for every player, coach, and recruit in the program. Go Green. Go White. #MichiganState #MSUFootball #GoGreen #BigTenFootball #CollegeFootball #NIL #MichiganStateSpartans #ThisIsSparta Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  6. Sep 23

    $20M Behind:Jeremy Campbell Breaks Down MSU's NIL Gap After the Notre Dame | This Is Sparta B1G #316

    This week on This Is Sparta MSU, Stray, Chon "SlowSippa," and Sedrick "Swerve" Irvin break down Michigan State's tough loss to Notre Dame — highlighting a dominant second-quarter stretch from the offense and a breakout game from linebacker Jordan Hall (currently the No. 5 graded linebacker in college football) that has the crew asking whether the Spartans can build on that energy heading into Nebraska. Then Jeremy Campbell, Founder and CEO of Legacy Sports Management & Media and a former Rutgers Big Ten standout, joins the show to talk about what actually separates his agency in the NIL era, how the market really values players (productivity plus personal brand), and what it costs to field a playoff-caliber roster in 2026 — he puts the number at high-$20M to mid-$30M, while MSU's known football spend is closer to $20M short of that mark. The conversation turns political with a breakdown of the "Protect College Sports Act," the lack of player-side representation in its drafting, and the optics around who's being used to sell it to fans. The guys also dig into MSU's $400M athletics donation — and why almost none of it is actually reaching the football roster today — before closing with predictions for this week's home game against Nebraska. Guest: Jeremy Campbell, Founder/CEO, Legacy Sports Management & Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  7. Sep 16

    Cam Edwards Balls Out, Notre Dame, and MSU's Budget Excuse Gets Exposed | This Is Sparta B1G #315

    Michigan State moves to 2-0 after a 35-7 win over Eastern Michigan, but Slow Sipper, Spencer, and Stray aren't just celebrating — they break down the game tape showing real second-half cohesion up front, spotlight Cam Edwards' 152-yard, 2-TD day that ESPN somehow won't acknowledge, and shout out MSU women's soccer at No. 1 in the nation. Then the crew turns to a massive Notre Dame preview, with the Spartans sitting as ~29.5-point underdogs in the first meeting since 2017, and a wider look at Big Ten chaos with Ohio State, Oregon, and Oklahoma all stumbling. The back half gets real: a no-holds-barred breakdown of MSU's athletic department budget, NIL collectives getting shut down, the AD carousel, and why the crew believes the real obstacle to winning isn't the coaching staff — it's the administration. Go White. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/this-is-sparta-msu--5664600/support.

  8. Sep 9

    Fitz's First W, Michigan's Meltdown & what's a Difference-Maker? | This Is Sparta MSU #314

    Pat Fitzgerald's first game as Michigan State's head coach is in the books, and the Spartans got the win over Toledo — but it wasn't pretty. Jason Strayhorn is joined by Chon "SlowSippa" Taylor, Spencer Brown, and Sedrick "Swerve" Irvin to break down everything from East Lansing and around the Big Ten. In this episode: Pat Fitzgerald's aggressive fourth-down calls in his Spartan Stadium debut Cam Edwards' 27-carry, 98-yard performance and what it means for the run game QB Aidan Chiles' efficient day (76% completion) and whether he's a true difference-maker Michigan State's dominant time-of-possession win that didn't show up on the scoreboard Michigan's stunning 7-point performance in a loss to Western Michigan Big Ten weekend reactions: Ohio State, Miami, Notre Dame, LSU, SMU, and Florida State's NIL struggles MSU athletic department shakeup as Alan Haller successor Jesse Palumbo departs for Kentucky A preview of this week's matchup against Eastern Michigan, plus the crew's score predictions Subscribe and hit the bell for weekly Michigan State football and Big Ten coverage all season long. Go Green, Go White! #MichiganState #Spartans #BigTen #CollegeFootball #PatFitzgerald 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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