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Spartan Spotlight

Justin Thind
Michigan State University
Pat Fitzgerald
Recruiting
Basketball
Big Ten Conference
Jonathan Smith
Notre Dame

247Sports reporter Justin Thind brings you exclusive news and analysis on all things Michigan State football, basketball, and recruiting. Look out for interviews with recruits, players, coaches, & more. Check out Thind’s work at SpartanTailgate.com and follow him on socials at @JustinThind.

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247Sports Michigan State insider Justin Thind breaks down what the Spartans will need to do in order to compete with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday, He also gave an updated look at MSU's chances of making a bowl game this year. Finally, he... more

247Sports reporter Justin Thind is joined by Jacob Cotsonika (Sports Illustrated) to review MSU's win over Toledo. They discussed positives, concerns, top performers and much more - before looking ahead to the Eastern Michigan and Notre Dame games. T... more

247Sports reporter Justin Thind is joined by Matt Sheehan (LockedOn Spartans) to preview the 2026 Michigan State football season. They predicted what storylines will come to fruition, what win/loss record the Spartans will have, and who the projected... more

Discussing MSU's hiring of Pat Fitzgerald, what it means, why it could be a big success, what there is to be weary of, and what developments have already happened from a recruiting front on this national signing day.

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Recent Guests

Jacob Cotsonika
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Episode: Michigan State - Toledo Review + Looking Ahead For MSU
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Episode: MSU Basketball Season Kickoff & Recruiting Check-In (ft. David Klein)

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Justin Thind
Host of Spartan Spotlight; 247Sports Michigan State analysis; collaborates with SpartanTailgate and related MSU coverage

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Great format

    Love the pod Justin. I appreciate that it’s not on a consistent schedule, and you just drop them when you feel there is something worth talking about. No fluff, no BS, just great insight when you have something to say. Keep it up. Go green!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midwest booze bag
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best MSU Pod Out There

    Justin

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haydenv8
    United States6 years ago
  • Great work!

    Great work Justin and Corey, keep it up! Enjoying all the content, guests, and personal views on the way MSU is shaping up.

    Go green!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dimercu9
    United States6 years ago
  • Go Green!

    Great Podcast guys. Go Green!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary9078
    United States6 years ago
  • Good listen

    Thorough analysis of MSU Sports

    GO GREEN ✅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nino453
    United States6 years ago

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Very solid MSU recruiting insight and quality guests.
Corey and Justin are legit—top MSU coverage with informed takes.
Best MSU pod out there with the pulse on recruiting and program moves.
Two hosts bring strong MSU game-focused analysis and insider context.

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This show focuses on Michigan State athletics, with in-depth analysis of football, basketball, and recruiting. It features hosts who break down games, rosters, and upcoming opponents, often including guest insights from writers and insiders. Expect data-driven takes on run games, defensive fronts, and recruiting landscapes, plus season previews and post-game evaluations. The tone blends practical scouting with lively storytelling, making it useful for fans and professionals seeking sharp MSU-centric sports coverage and context around coaching moves, NIL implications, and roster development.

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