4. Michigan State Spartans
Ask anyone who’s been around Mel Tucker for a few minutes and the rave reviews will come.
The guy knows how to sell, he’s got the right pitch, and he’s got the proof now that things are headed in the right direction after a big 2021 and his second straight win over Michigan.
The biggest gets come from the transfer portal. The running back tandem of Jarek Broussard (Colorado) and Jalen Berger (Wisconsin) was fabulous, landing corner Ameer Speed from Georgia is an instant help, and he’s got some linebackers coming in to be a big jolt for the D.
Armed with a long-term contract and the success of last year, he and his staff did a great job after an okay 2021 recruiting run, loading up on a whole lot of speed, athleticism, and potential playmakers.
This is one of the strongest groups of young receivers to come to East Lansing in a while, and the secondary glitch is soon to be fixed by the defensive back options coming in.
This class built on the momentum of all the positives, but it has to be kept in mind that it’s all about 2-to-4. years from now with the new guys. Fortunately, they all know who their head coach will be.