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247Sports writers Corey Robinson and Justin Thind bring you the latest developments in Michigan State athletics with The Spartan Beat. This weekly show provides a vast array of team-centric coverage including roster breakdowns, off-season developments, game previews & recaps, and a heavy dose of recruiting coverage. Plus, due to their emphasis on recruiting, look for the SpartanTailgate.com insiders to bring you interviews with key MSU recruiting targets all year long, in addition to interviews with MSU players, coaches, and alumni.

The Spartan Beat Corey Robinson & Justin Thind

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    • 4.2 • 104 Ratings

247Sports writers Corey Robinson and Justin Thind bring you the latest developments in Michigan State athletics with The Spartan Beat. This weekly show provides a vast array of team-centric coverage including roster breakdowns, off-season developments, game previews & recaps, and a heavy dose of recruiting coverage. Plus, due to their emphasis on recruiting, look for the SpartanTailgate.com insiders to bring you interviews with key MSU recruiting targets all year long, in addition to interviews with MSU players, coaches, and alumni.

    Ep. 17: Northwestern Recap + Youngstown State Preview

    Ep. 17: Northwestern Recap + Youngstown State Preview

    • 58 min
    Ep. 16: Northwestern Preview + Mailbag Questions

    Ep. 16: Northwestern Preview + Mailbag Questions

    • 1 hr
    Ep. 15: MSU Season Preview ft. Stephen Brooks (+ Curtis Daniel III Joins)

    Ep. 15: MSU Season Preview ft. Stephen Brooks (+ Curtis Daniel III Joins)

    Corey and Justin are joined by their good friend Stephen Brooks of 247Sports to help breakdown Michigan State Football's schedule, starters, camp observations, & more in the first half of the show.

    In the second half, they will be joined by Curtis Daniel III talking all things "Spartan Dawg 4 Life"

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Ep. 14: SD4L's Jay Greene & Malik Spencer

    Ep. 14: SD4L's Jay Greene & Malik Spencer

    On this episode, Corey & Justin talk to former MSU player & #SD4L founder Jay Greene. He talks about the origins of the clothing brand, Mel Tucker's support, details about Spartan Dawg Con, and his thoughts on Alan Haller. Next, they're joined by MSU commit Malik Spencer & his father Russ. They discuss their thoughts on the Michigan State staff, Malik's visit, the Georgia recruiting momentum, and Malik's commitment to MSU

    • 55 min
    Ep. 13: Darien Harris & Alex VanSumeren Interviews

    Ep. 13: Darien Harris & Alex VanSumeren Interviews

    On this episode, Corey & Justin talk to former MSU LB Darien Harris, who is now the Director of Player Engagement for the Spartan football program. They talk to Harris about his favorite memories from MSU, funny Coach D stories, the work he does off the field at MSU now, and the big topic of the week: Spartan Dawg Con.

    Afterwards, the 247Sports reporters interview 2022 four-star Alex VanSumeren fresh off his commitment to MSU and a visit to Spartan Dawg Con the next day. He talks about why he chose MSU, what he thinks of the coaches, what SDC was like, and much more.

    • 55 min
    Ep. 12: Jalen Watts-Jackson & Darien Hicks + MSU Recruiting

    Ep. 12: Jalen Watts-Jackson & Darien Hicks + MSU Recruiting

    In this episode, Corey & Justin feature two former Spartan Dawgs as guests. Jalen Watts-Jackson and Darien Hicks talk about their careers at Michigan State, funny Coach D stories, favorite MSU memories, and more. They also go in-depth with JWJ about the famous "Trouble With The Snap" play.

    Afterwards, the 247Sports reporters talk about 2022 four-star WR committing to MSU, what it means for 2022 WR Kevin Thomas, what to expect from Spartan Dawg Con, and more!

    • 55 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
104 Ratings

104 Ratings

Phamtastic_Green ,

Great intel

Really like Justin’s insights. Find his really compelling.

schilla1 ,

Solid!

Rico is opinionated and sharp. He knows the MSU landscape very well.

Gradybaker826 ,

Chalk board

Unfortunately, I can’t get past Corey’s voice, like nails on a chalkboard I want to throw my phone. Especially when we are talking about a podcast without a visual medium, ability to listen is critical

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