MSU Sports Zone: Recent Episodes
Spencer Dyle
• Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim bring you a weekly recruiting podcast on the Michigan State Spartans! Make sure to follow us on Instagram @msusportszone to stay up to date on all things Michigan State!
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In this episode Spencer Dyle and Brett Jackson preview tomorrow’s huge day ahead for Michigan State football and discuss where MSU sits with each commit left!
In this episode Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim discuss where Michigan State sits with there remaining recruit targets in the class of 2022, as well as Michigan State’s loss to Purdue. We finish the episode discussing the buzz surrounding Mel Tucker and LSU..
In this episode Katin Houser joins Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim to talk about his commitment to Michigan State, and what stood out on his OV to MSU that made him realize this is the right place for him. Also, we discuss a few of the in state 2022 🏈 prospects left on the board and where we believe MSU stands with each!
In this episode Michigan State 2022 TE commit Jack Nickel joins the show to talk his commitment to MSU, and why MSU stood out from other schools. Also, Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim break down the latest with Michigan State 2022 🏀 recruiting
In this episode Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim discuss Michigan State landing two commitments this past week in Ade Willie and Jack Nickel. Also, discuss the latest surrounding what prospects MSU sits well with, and what the Thomas Wilcher hire means for in state prospects in 2022 and beyond! #gogreen✅
In this episode Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim discuss the latest developments in the Michigan State 🏈 recruiting world. They dive into the latest with Dillon Tatum, the WR board getting potentially reset, and Katin Houser’s commitment means for MSU!
In this episode Spencer Dyle and Brett Jaksim go into detail on Michigan State 2022 🏈 recruiting, as well as discuss where Michigan State stands with some of the top remaining targets on the board!
In this episode I discuss and break down Michigan State’s 69-50 road loss @ #2 Michigan, and what it means going forward for the Spartans tournament chances. Also, go into detail on what I believe MSU has to do to punch there ticket to the 2021 NCAA Tournament!
In this episode I react and discuss what Michigan State’s win over #5 means moving forward. Also, break down what Michigan State needs to do moving forward to keep the NCAA tournament streak alive! #gogreen🤞
We discuss and break down what’s went wrong with Michigan State this year, and what needs to happen this upcoming off-season if MSU wants to be back at the top of the heart of it in 2021. Also, we discuss Michigan State 🏈‘s significant transfer additions and why their is a lot to be excited about with the program moving forward!
In this episode I break down what the de-commitment of 2022 5 ⭐️ C Enoch Boakye means for Michigan State moving forward. Also, discuss why Tom Izzo needs to address the Graduate Transfer portal this off-season and should look no further than Mel Tucker and Juwan Howard in doing so!
In this episode @Spartysquad joins me to discuss and break down Michigan State’s 2-6 start to conference play, and what it means for this team making its 23rd consecutive NCAA Tournament. Also, discuss what this means for the 2021 reclassifications, and what Tom Izzo needs to do for MSU to be back in business for the 2021-2022 season!
In this episode I discuss and break down the Spartans losing their 4th game out of the last 6 falling to Purdue in the process 55-54. Discuss Tom Izzo’s interesting choice of lineup management, as well as the struggling offense.
In this episode I discuss Michigan State adding another transfer in RB Kenneth Walker from Wake Forest. Also, break down Michigan State having 14 total players elect to transfer from MSU thus far, and who possibly could be next? I finish the episode by talking about Michigan State basketball moving forward and what lineup gives them the best chance at reaching there ceiling! #gogreen
In this episode @rivals.com reporter Justin Thind from @thespartanmag joins me to break down and discuss Michigan State’s 2021 recruiting class. Also, discuss Michigan State landing Grad Transfer QB Anthony Russo from Temple, as well as the latest with unsigned commits Audric Estime, Geno VanDemark, and Rayshaun Benny!
In this episode I break down and discuss the latest regarding 4 ⭐️ Michigan State RB commit Audric Estime’s recruitment, and potential of him sticking with the Spartans after receiving an offer from Notre Dame yesterday afternoon. Also, break down and preview Michigan State’s game this Saturday evening @ Maryland on 7:30 P.M. on BTN!
In this episode I break down and discuss Michigan State’s 39-24 loss to Penn State. Talk about the 4-2-5 defense vs the 4-3 defense moving forward and into next year. Also, discuss what positions MSU should 🎯 the most in the transfer portal, and what Julian Barnett entering the transfer portal means for the current roster going forward.
In this episode 2022 4 ⭐️ Quarterback from Inglewood, California Justyn Martin joins me. We break down and talk his relationship with Offensive Coordinator Jay Johnson, as well as Mel Tucker. Also, Justyn discusses how the recruiting dead period being extended until Mid-April will affect his decision with a school.
In this episode I discuss the latest from what I’ve heard with Emoni Bates and his dad reportedly kicking Jaden Akins off the YPSI prep high school team. I get into what this means for both players and there futures at MSU.
In this Episode I discuss and react to Michigan State’s 75-69 win over #6 Duke on the road @ Cameron Indoor Stadium. Also, break down the top performers of the game, and talk about what things Michigan State needs to improvement on going forward into Big Ten play if they want to compete for another Final Four and eventually a National Championship! #gogreen
In this Episode 247 National recruiting analyst/Insider Allen Trieu joins me to discuss Michigan State’s 2021 recruiting class, and the latest on Michigan State’s top uncommitted prospects. Also, discuss the latest on a few prospects MSU is actively pursuing on potentially flipping. Finish the episode by breaking down Michigan State’s incredible day yesterday beating #8 Northwestern, beating Notre Dame in basketball and what’s next for both teams! #gogreen
In this Episode I discuss Tom Izzo’s health situation as the Spartans season tips off in two days, and give an update on how he is doing after contracting Covid-19. Also, break down and talk about what I’ve heard about the potential Michigan State starting lineup could be for Wednesday’s season opener. #gogreen
In this episode true Freshman Offensive Lineman Justin Stevens joins me to discuss the difficult decision of opting out of the 2020 season, and although not being recruited by offensive line coach why players love him so much already. Also, we discuss Michigan State’s season thus far, and talk about how recruiting rankings have ruined the way some fans mindsets are about College Football as an entirety.
In this episode Michigan State fan, college ⚾️ player, and a good friend of mine @bhaze2 joins the show to discuss Michigan State’s misery loss to Iowa 49-7. Also, we break down Rocky Lombardi’s performance at QB, the defense’s collapse, and finish with our reaction to the underwhelming performance of the run game and offensive line as a whole. #gogreen💚
In this episode I preview and break down Michigan State’s week three matchup on the road @ Iowa. Also, discuss and give the 🔑 on what Michigan State will need to make happen leaving Iowa city with the victory. In conclusion, I finish the episode by giving you all my final score prediction for week three’s matchup, and tell you what Michigan state has to improve to keep the success and winning up! #gogreen
In this episode I discuss and react to Michigan State’s huge road victory against arch rival and 13th ranked Michigan Wolverines. Also, break down what Mel Tucker’s first win as HC, and against Michigan means for Michigan State football moving forward. In conclusion. #gogreen
In this episode I’m joined by the owner of @themichiganpage Cameron Macht. We preview and break down the week two matchup between Michigan State vs Michigan. Also, we discuss both teams week one performance, as well as give our record predictions for both teams this season, and score predictions for tomorrow night!
In this episode I discuss and break down Michigan State’s stunning 38-27 loss at home to Rutgers. Also, explain why today’s loss isn’t on just one person, and what concerns this team faces ahead going into Ann Arbor next Saturday. #gogreen🔋
In this episode Detroit Lions 📝 for Sportsillustrated.com and All Lions Logan Lamorandier joins the show. We discuss Matthew Stafford’s future with the Lions, as well as how much longer Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn will make it. Also, discuss how the defense continues to regress under this current staff. #detroitlions
In this episode I discuss Michigan State’s quarterback position/battle as we are a month away before the Spartans kick off there season opener on October 24th against Rutgers! Also, I react to the eight game schedule the Spartans were officially given early yesterday morning. #gogreen
In this episode, Michigan State 5 ⭐️ commit Enoch Boakye joins Justin Thind & I to break down his commitment to Michigan State. Boakye shares several interesting stories about his recruitment including the staff's reaction when he committed & his own reaction after Magic Johnson tweeted at him. Boakye also touches on topics such as his top 3 favorite rappers, his preferred jersey numbers, and his shoe collection.
In this episode, Corey Robinson (Rivals' SpartanMag.com) joins the podcast to talk Michigan State recruiting and what players to look out for in football.
In this episode, David Klein (Owner of Spartanhoops.com) joins us to talk about Aaron Henry’s decision to withdraw from the NBA Draft, as well as Xavier Tillman electing to stay in the draft. We touch on what we can expect from Henry and the rest of the 2020-21 roster, as well. Finally, we break down 2021 4⭐️ Jaden Akins!
In this episode Andrel Anthony details his recruitment. Also, explains the main reasons why he chose Michigan over Michigan State, as well as detailing why it was really hard telling MSU coaches he would not be attending MSU. As always thank you very much for doing this Andrel and I wish you nothing but success at Michigan! #gogreen
Spencer Dyle & new co-host Justin Thind (Rivals.com) chat with MSU OL commit Kevin Wigenton about how life after his commitment has been, who he's recruiting to MSU, where we stand with those targets, what he is looking forward to about college, who his top 3 favorite rapper are, and much more!
In this episode, new Michigan State 🏀 commit Max Christie joins me & Justin Thind (from Rivals' Spartan Mag) to discuss his commitment to Michigan State! Hear about how long MSU was his leader, what he thought of his official visit, who else he’s trying to recruit with him to MSU, and much more!
Justin Thind, from Rivals' SpartanMag.com, joins me to recap the last two weeks of MSU Basketball recruiting news. We dive into the behind-the-scenes details of Emoni Bates & Max Christie’s commitments. Plus, we discuss what’s next for Bates, Jaden Akins, & Karim Mane.
In this episode, 2021 Michigan State basketball commit Pierre Brooks joins the podcast to discuss his commitment to Michigan State, as well as who else he’s trying to recruit for the Spartans!
In this episode, I discuss the latest I’ve heard on Aaron Henry and Xavier Tillman’s draft decision, as well as the buzz for our 2021 recruiting class!
In this episode, Justin Thind of Rivals' SpartanMag.com joins me to discuss 2021 Michigan State 🏈 recruiting. We break down where Michigan State sits with some of the top in-state prospects, as well as who MSU is feeling good about!
In this Episode I discuss what is currently going on with 2021 3 ⭐️ DB commit Gabe Nealy who has been very silent the last week. Also, while posting other teams offers as well as his highlights and removing MSU commit from his bio!
In this episode, ESPN's National Recruiting Director Paul Biancardi joins me to discuss Michigan State basketball recruiting and more. This is one you don’t want to miss!
In this episode, Michigan State big man Julius Marble joins me to discuss the abrupt end to his freshman season, as well as what he needs to improve on the most for his Sophomore season. Also, Julius talks about the recruitment to MSU and gives a funny Izzo story in practice 😂.
In this episode, 2021 Michigan State Offensive Tackle commit Ethan Boyd joins my podcast to talk about his commitment to MSU. Also, Ethan discusses how he had to call the Cincinnati coaching staff and tell him he wasn’t going to be committing on March 16th anymore, after he was offered by Michigan State 😂. TUNE IN!
In this episode, 2021 MSU quarterback commit Hampton Fay joins me to talk about his recent commitment this week to Michigan State, as well as why he believes OC Jay Johnson can take his game to the next level!
In this episode, my guy @dukecoverage joins me to preview the Michigan State vs Duke 2020 season opener matchup in the Champions Classic. We discuss potential starting lineups for both teams, key losses for both programs, and also talk a bit about a recruit named Max Christie both programs are pursuing for 2021!
In this episode, former Michigan basketball player Anthony "Ant" Wright joins me to talk about the MSU/Michigan 🏀 rivalry. Wright also discusses how crazy it was growing up with Kevin Durant and playing with him in high school.
In this episode, 2021 4 ⭐️ OT Rayshaun Benny (a huge MSU 🎯) joins me to talk about his recruitment, as well as when he plans on making a decision. Also, he talks about how Mel Tucker and the new staff is much different than Mark Dantonio and the previous staff!
In this episode, my friend @spartysquad joins me to talk about what motivated us to start our pages back in late 2017, and the craziest moments we’ve ever encountered running our accounts. Also, we discuss what our goals are going into the future!
In this Episode 3 ⭐️ DE Tyson Watson breaks down his decision to commit to Michigan State, as well as who else he’s trying to recruit with him!
In this episode, highly-touted 3 ⭐️ WR Andrel Anthony joins me to discuss his recruiting process, as well as when he plans on narrowing down his list of teams and making a final decision!
In this episode, I discuss where MSU sits with highly-touted 2020 prospect Karim Mane, and the latest I’ve heard on his recruitment.
In this episode, the newest 2021 Michigan State 🏈 commit Gabe Nealy joins me to talk his decision to commit to MSU. He details how a virtual tour showed him all he needed to know about MSU!
In this episode, Davis Smith (son of MSU hoops legend Steve Smith) joins me to discuss his decision to walk on for MSU 🏀 next year, as well as some of the best players he’s seen his dad go against in the NBA!
In this episode, I was joined by Corey Robinson, an MSU insider for Rivals' SpartanMag.com. Robinson detailed MSU 🏈 recruiting and tells us what to watch for going forward.
In this episode 4 ⭐️ 2021 LB Jamari Buddin joins the show to discuss where Michigan State, Michigan, and Penn State stand in his recruitment thus far.
In this episode, Rivals recruiting writer Kenny Jordan joins me to discuss Michigan State football and some names to look out for the 2021 recruiting cycle! #gogreen
In this episode, well-respected 247Sports 🏈 recruiting analyst Allen Trieu joins me to break down Michigan state’s 2021 recruiting class, as well as when we could expect our first commitment!
In this episode, Michigan State reporter for the Detroit Free Press, Chris Solari, joins me to discuss Michigan State draft decisions, as well as what to expect for football recruiting heading into next season!
In this episode, 18 year old recruiting reporter Jake Weingarten (founder of @Stockrisers) joins me to discuss Michigan State 🏀 and the latest on the recruiting trail!
In this episode, Scott Lubin (the owner of @detsportsden on Instagram with over 10,000 followers) joins me to discuss Detroit Lions 🏈, and break down the off-season we’ve had thus far!
In this Episode I break down and discuss reasons why Xavier Tillman should return, and the benefits to him leaving for the draft.
In this episode, @ballislife photographer Brendon Pricco (aka @breal.studios) joins me to talk MSU 🏀 recruiting and Emoni Bates, who is a player he covers frequently.
In this episode, @themichiganwave (57k followers on IG) joins me to talk about the recent news of the NCAA announcing no fans at the games, as well as Michigan and MSU’s basketball seasons. We also talk both football teams going forward.
In this episode, Michigan State 2020 RB commit Jordon Simmons joins me to discuss why Michigan State’s future is very bright, and what to expect from Mel Tucker!
In this Episode, 2022 Safety Jaydon Hodge (Miami, FL) joins me to discuss his Michigan State offer, as well as what it meant for Mel Tucker to call him personally last week!
In this episode, former Michigan State QB Brian Lewerke joins the podcast to talk about his up-and-down career at Michigan State, as well as how the Combine went and what’s next for him!
In this episode, I talk about Michigan State’s win over Iowa and discuss where Michigan State sits heading into March. I also explore potential DC names for 🏈.
In this episode, @SpartanAvenue joins me to break down the Mel Tucker hiring, as well as reveal who we want for QB and our assistant coaching staff!
In this episode\, I discuss the Mel Tucker hiring, as well as what this means for the program moving forward! #gogreen
In this episode, I discuss what’s next for Michigan State as Cincinnati HC Luke Fickell has turned down the job to coach MSU.
In this Episode I break down some of the biggest moves that were made In yesterday’s NBA Trade deadline. As well as discuss who I believe has the edge in the Eastern and Western Conference!
In this podcast, I break down and share some insight on what I was told today about Luke Fickell to MSU almost being a done deal. As well as what actually happened with Zavier Simpson being suspended 👀
In this video I discuss why I believe Luke Fickell will be the next 🏈 coach for Michigan State, as well as who the other options are besides him!
In this Episode I talk about finally reaching 10,000 followers after a long journey. I talk about the struggles to reaching it as well as the rewards to it!
@msusportstoday and @msusportszone breakdown the Rocket Watts injury and how it may be worse than first told. We also discuss what this means moving forward for the team. 💯
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday give thoughts on the duke game and what is going on with the basketball team this year!
Chris Castellani @castellani2014 joins @msusportszone and @msusportstoday to discuss MSU and Michigan basketball as well as a little bit of football.
Well respected Duke page @duke_coverage joins the podcasts to preview the Duke vs MSU basketball game. We discuss the current state of the two teams and what we expect to happen during the game and moving forward. We give our predictions and talk college basketball as a whole.
@msusportstoday and @msusportszone answer basketball and football questions sent in by the fans.
In this Episode @themichiganwave joins me to preview this weekend’s in state battle, as well as discuss what MSU should do moving forward with the HC spot!
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday breakdown the 69-62 loss to Kentucky. They had 35 free throws, we missed 21 threes and the Maxey show were the reasons we lost. The impact of Langford being out is evident. GOGREEN!
@msusportstoday @msusportszone and @spartysquad breakdown the football season thus far and everything else going on with the program. We give our predictions on what our record will be on how we will fare in our remaining games!
@msusportstoday and @msusportszone breakdown the Albion game and give our thoughts on who should start and the Joey Hauser situation. We also delve in to what we see happening in the Kentucky game 🚨
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday breakdown the upcoming basketball season. We talk about Langford and how we will have to learn to play without him as he will probably never play for MSU again. We discuss Joey Hauser and his slim chances of becoming eligible. We give our predictions for the starting lineups and what the team will look like throughout the year!
@msusportstoday and @msusportszone bring on special guest PennStateGang to preview the Penn State game Michigan State game, and give our overview of the two teams seasons thus far.
@msusportstoday and @msusportszons preview the Pistons season and what to look forward to! We also breakdown and discuss the rest of the NBA and give our predictions on who wins each conference and who wins the whole thing❗️ WHO IS THE KING OF LA?
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday talk with former Michigan state stud linebacker Riley Bullough. He talks about his time in the NFL and his time at Michigan state from 2013-2016. He gives his thoughts on the Dantonio situation and everything else going on.
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday break down the de-commitment if point guard Jalen Terry. We discuss where he might go and the possibility of him recommitting. We also talk about other guys we may land in the near future!
Mady Sissoko joins @msusportszone and @msusportstoday 🔥 This highly recruited center with offers from Kansas, duke etc... talks about MSU basketball, his recruitment, if he ever got offered money 👀, and his relationship with AJ Hoggard!
Chris Solari joins the podcast with @msusportszone and @msusportstoday to talk about the MSU football season and the upcoming basketball season! Very knowledgeable guy that gave us a lot of important info!
@msusportstoday and @msusportszone breakdown the Wisconsin game and the changes to the coaching staff that need to be made!
Special guest Sparty Moments comes on the podcast to preview Wisconsin and talk about the current status of the football team and what the future looks like. We also breakdown and discuss what is going on with Dantonio right now and if he resigns after this year who is possible replacements may be!
Darian Harris joins us on the podcast and answers a lot of questions regarding the MSU football team, what went wrong against Alabama, recruiting, the transfer portal and what he expects this Saturday against Wisconsin and moving forward.
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday breakdown the commitment of AJ Hoggard and what it means for the MSU basketball team in the future. We also talk about possible future commitments 🔥
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday talk with tight end commit Tommy Lee Guajardo about all things MSU football... he emphasizes how underrated our 2020 football class is 🔥🚨🔥🚨 This man is a real SPARTANDAWG‼️🙏
@msusportszone and @msusportstodsy breakdown the Ohio state game... the positives, the negatives, and everything in between‼️ We discuss why we need to recruit better and the importance of mixing up our offense and defense scheme wise🔥
In this Episode Sparty Squad joins me to discuss how Michigan State can go into Columbus and beat Ohio State, as well as what the recent news of Connor Heyward and Brandon Randle transferring means going forward!
@msusportszone and @msusportstoday breakdown the Indiana game and give their thoughts on the Heyward transfer #GOGREEN🔋
2020 4⭐️ safety Darius Snow from Texas comes on the podcast. We talk about the current and future status of MSU football. He addresses the 2020 class and says to not be concerned for many reasons! He expects us to win it all this year 👀
In this Episode me and my co-host @msusportstoday break down Michigan State’s Win over Northwestern last Saturday, and preview next week’s matchup with Northwestern!
In this Episode 2020 MSU LB commit Devin Hightower joins the podcast to talk his recruiting process and why he chose MSU over Michigan 👀
In this episode, me and @msusportstoday break down Michigan State’s 2020 basketball recruiting class, and give some insight into which uncommitted prospects we have a shot at landing!
Me and @msusportstoday discuss and recapture the last weekend of spartan football and preview Northwestern
In this Episode I discuss and break down Michigan state’s dominant performance against Western Michigan, and talk about this week’s upcoming matchup against ASU!
In this Episode I discuss Michigan State’s week 4 matchup against Northwestern and give my game prediction at the end!
In this Episode I discuss and break down Michigan State’s week 1 matchup with Tulsa, and give my prediction on the final score!
In this episode, MSU starting RB Connor Heyward joins the show to talk MSU football and what he expects next year!
In this episode, I discuss MSU’s B1G-ACC Challange matchup for next season... which happens to be Duke!
In this Episode I discuss the ways to which MSU can possibly be able to land Kerry Blackshear!
In this Episode I discuss what Joey Hauser’s decision to transfer to Michigan State means for Michigan State in the short term and long term!
In this episode, senior DB Josh Butler joins the podcast to answer some questions and talk about Michigan State football.
In this Episode 2019 MSU 4 star WR commit Trevon Morgan joins the podcast to talk MSU football, and answer some questions!
In this Episode I talk about Michigan’s new hire of HC Juwan Howard, and gone some in sight on to what it means for the rivalry and MSU!
In this Episode I talk about the recruitment of 4 star ⭐️ 2020 SF Carlos Scooby Johnson, and give my thoughts on why I believe MSU has a good shot at landing him!
In this episode I talk about 5 star ⭐️ 2020 PF 🏀 Isaiah Jackson and the chances MSU has of landing him!
In this Episode I discuss 4 star ⭐️ class of 2020 prospect Camron Fletcher, and tell you all the chances of MSU landing him!
In this Episode I discuss the possibility of Michigan State landing Joey and Sam Hauser!
In this Episode I discuss 2020 4 star 🌟 PG MSU commit Jalen Terry, and give my insight into why I believe he is the PG of the future once Cassius Winston departs!
In Episode 12 I talk about Michigan state’s chances of landing 4 star ⭐️ WR Mushin Muhammad. Mushin’s dad also played for MSU from 1992-1995.
In this episode, I discuss the chances of Michigan State landing it’s first QB commit for the class of 2020 in 4 star ⭐️ QB prospect Michael Aliamo!
In this Episode I provide my five reasons to what Michigan State needs to do to get back to the 2013-2015 days of dominating on the O-Line and D-Line!
In this episode I talk about Nick Ward leaving for the NBA. Also, I give a run down of what transfers we could be in the running for, as well as discuss Cassius Winston returning!!!!
In Episode 8 I talk about the 2019 Michigan State Spring Game that took place today where the defense defeated the offense 42-26!
In this episode I discuss our depth chart at QB as we head into fall camp. I also give my opinion on who is #1-4 on the depth chart as of now, and who I think will start week 1 for us!
In this episode I talk about the game, our players big decision to return or go to the NBA, as well as give you all the rundown of what’s to come on these podcasts!
In episode 5, I discuss some of your guys' questions and respond to them with what I think will happen.
In this episode I discuss the Texas tech vs Michigan State matchup, and also go into detail about what we’re going to need to do in order to come out with the win!
In this episode I discuss yesterday huge win over the #1 overall seeded Duke Blue Devils, and talk about what we will need to do in order to beat Texas Tech next Saturday night.
In this episode, I talk about our big win over LSU last night and also discuss what we will need to do in order to defeat Duke tomorrow night 🔋!!!
In my first ever episode, I discuss the keys to MSU beating LSU. I talk about my prediction for the game, as well as why this game doesn’t determine if the season was a failure or not!