Michigan State Football: 3-star WR target committing this week

A top priority recruit on Michigan State’s board, WR Tyrell Henry, is making his decision this Friday. He would be the first in-state commit

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Michigan State is among the top contenders for wide receiver recruit Tyrell Henry. Henry is a 3-star out of Roseville High School in Roseville, Michigan. SpartansWire talked to Henry about his recruitment last week, which can be found here.

Henry took to Twitter to announce his intentions on when he plans on committing to a university.

Michigan State sits well in this recruitment, as wide receivers coach Courtney Hawkins has led the charge. Michigan State will have to fend off Penn State, Nebraska, West Virginia and Cincinnati, four schools Henry told SpartansWire he is in the most contact with besides the Spartans.

Henry would be Michigan State’s first in-state commit in the 2022 recruiting class, and would be a strong start to Mel Tucker’s second in-state recruiting class.

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Report: Michigan State Football beat out Oklahoma for transfer Jarrett Horst

Arkansas State OL transfer Jarrett Horst was a highly sought after target within the transfer portal. MSU beat out Oklahoma for his talents.

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Mel Tucker and his staff came into East Lansing being known as ace recruiters. It was going to be a new approach to the Spartan football program. After a solid 2021 recruiting cycle, Tucker and staff took to the transfer portal to help transform the roster into what they seem fit.

The staff acquired some big names through the portal, and many could be key contributors in the years ahead. Arkansas State offensive line transfer Jarrett Horst is someone who is on the list of huge additions to the Spartan program.

According to a report from Matt Wenzel and Mlive the Spartans beat out Oklahoma, twice, to earn the commitment of Horst. Fighting with the Sooners to the finish line, but Michigan State came out on top.

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Beating out one of the nation’s best-recruiting programs is something for Spartan fans to hang their hats on and could be a very telling sign of the future for Mel Tucker and Michigan State.

It is also reported Michigan State has nine spots left for summer enrollees so be sure to look out for more transfers or late signing day recruits.

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Michigan State Football in the thick of in-state WR Tyrell Henry’s recruitment

Michigan State is among the top schools for in-state WR Tyrell Henry. SpartansWire locked in an interview with the coveted prospect.

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Tyrell Henry is a prospect that is high on Michigan State’s recruiting board. The 3-star wide receiver is a native of Roseville, Michigan, and is a star on the Roseville High School Panthers football team.

Mel Tucker, and wide receivers coach Courtney Hawkins, have made Henry a priority from the very start of the 2022 recruiting cycle, making it known that they want to see him in the green and white.

The state of Michigan is filled with a lot of talent in the 2022 recruiting class, especially at the wide receiver position, and getting a commitment from a player like Tyrell Henry early on in the cycle could pay huge dividends down the road. The Spartans currently lead the crystal ball and futurecast predictions on the 247Sports and Rivals networks.

There is speculation that a decision is coming soon, with Michigan State being in the thick of the recruitment, it is possible the Spartans may have their first in-state 2022 recruit in the near future.

SpartansWire locked in a conversation with Tyrell, getting a better feel for his recruitment and what kind of player the fans of Michigan State could expect if he chooses to take his talents to East Lansing.

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As speculated, Courtney Hawkins is the man to be credited for leading the charge in this recruitment.

I would say I have the best relationship with Coach Hawkins and Tucker most definitely,” Henry said.

Something that has really stuck out to Henry about Michigan State is the family atmosphere, something that is always touted by those in the Spartan family.

“I love the family-friendly vibes on the campus and everything is just nice,” Henry explained about what he likes most about MSU. “I like how they are building the program to be something great.”

The Spartans have some stiff competition if they want to win this recruitment and are going to have to recruit Henry all the way until signing day. Who are the other schools Henry is most in contact with?

“Penn State, Nebraska, West Virginia and Cincinnati,” Henry said.

The Spartans do have an advantage, with some of the 2021 recruiting class members being so active in recruiting, Henry already has good relationships with MSU players.

Yea I’m close with a lot of the new guys,” Henry said. “Like Davion (Primm), Tyson (Watson) and Kevin (Wigenton).”

What kind of player is Henry, something that Spartan fans should be very eager to see.

I would say that I’m a fast-twitch smart player who’s going to work hard every play and can do it all,” Henry describing himself as a player.

The film backs up what Henry says, he is a dynamic athlete that will be able to do a multitude of things at the wide receiver position. He will be able to play both in the slot and the outside and will be a playmaker all over the field.

What separates Henry is the intangibles he will bring to whichever program he chooses. Michigan State fans will be excited to hear he already has the mindset like a Spartan.

Energy, effort and consistency for sure,” Henry said. “And the mentality of an underdog.”

A chip on the shoulder of someone with the talents that Henry has is a dangerous proposition for whoever has to go against him these next four years.

Landing Tyrell Henry would be huge for coach Mel Tucker and Michigan State, setting a big tone to the start of in-state recruiting in 2022. Henry is a cornerstone piece to a program like MSU that is on the rise.

It is expected that the Spartans are looking to add three or four wide receivers in the 2022 recruiting cycle, Tyrell Henry would be a great first step.

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Michigan State Football makes top 12 list for 4-star WR Antonio Gates Jr

Antonio Gates Jr has cut his list down to 12 schools and the Spartans are in the group. Courtney Hawkins looks to land the 4-star prospect.

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Mel Tucker and Michigan State are going to be featured a lot in the 2022 recruiting cycle, as the new staff of ace recruiters is finding their footing on the recruiting trail. That sentiment strikes again, as the Spartans are featured on Antonio Gates Jr’s top 12 list.

Gates is rated as a 4-star prospect and a coveted wide receiver in the 2022 recruiting cycle. The Spartans are featured on the list with Boston College, Iowa State, Kentucky, Louisville, Maryland, Nebraska, Ole Miss, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Washington State and West Virginia.

Gates is a native of Dearborn, Michigan, and plays at Fordson High School. He is the son of the longtime great NFL tight end Antonio Gates. Wide receiver’s coach Courtney Hawkins is leading the charge in this recruitment.

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MSU Football makes top list of coveted 2022 WR Tayshawn Trent

4-star WR Tayshawn Trent has narrowed his list down to eight schools. Michigan State was featured on his top list.

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It is no secret the new staff at Michigan State is here to recruit, and recruit very well. That sentiment showed again this morning when the Spartans were featured in 4-star wide receiver Tayshawn Trent’s top team’s list.

Trent’s list featured a top-8 that included the Spartans along with Michigan, Penn State, West Virginia, Louisville, Cincinnati, Kentucky and Indiana.

Tayshawn Trent is a big-bodied wide receiver, standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing just over 200 pounds. His ability to use his size to his advantage is a big reason why he was given a 4-star ranking. He is from Eastpointe, Michigan, and plays his high school football at Eastpointe High School.

Michigan State has yet to add a wide receiver in its 2021 recruiting class, but there is a possibility one or two are added before the February signing day. It is also expected that Mel Tucker and his staff want 3-5 players at the position in the 2022 recruiting class.

It is going to be an exciting year to follow Michigan State’s football recruiting.

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Locked On Spartans: No, not THAT Anthony Russo

Wil and Matt react to what was a fun signing day for MSU fans. Then they talk about the Spartans adding Anthony Russo as a grad transfer QB.

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Wil and Matt react to what was a fun signing day for MSU fans. Then they talk about the Spartans adding Anthony Russo as a grad transfer QB and Naquan Jones leaving for the NFL.

You can find the episode on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.

Fab Four: Selecting Michigan State football’s Mount Rushmore of all-time recruits

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Michigan State football recruiting tracker: Live updates on early signing period

The Michigan State football Class of 2021 is taking shape. Follow here as Spartans’ recruits officially commit on early signing day.

Early signing period is officially underway with numerous recruits expected to sign with Michigan State on Wednesday as part of the 2021 class.

Stay up to date with our live recruiting tracker to see who signs their National Letters of Intent to become Spartans. Below are all of the recruits that have signed their NLI, with rankings, player details and highlights so you can get to know these future Spartans.

Fab Four: Selecting Michigan State football’s Mount Rushmore of all-time recruits

On the eve of early signing day, Spartans Wire recalls the most hyped commits in school history.

When it comes to recruiting for Michigan State football, the program has always had to go up against juggernauts on the recruiting trail: Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State.

While the Spartans, especially under Mark Dantonio, have made a name for themselves by finding diamonds in the rough and turning under-recruited players into stars, they have had some great recruiting talent come through East Lansing over the years.

Below, we look at the Mount Rushmore of Michigan State recruits in the modern recruiting era (the class of 2000 forward), starting with honorable mentions…

More Mount Rushmore’s from the College Wire Network:

Bama / Aub / Fla / LSU / Tenn. / UGA // Mich. / Mich St. / Ohio St. / Wisc. // Okla. / Texas // ND // USC

Next: Let the debate begin with the honorable mentions

Looking at every committed player in the Michigan State Football 2021 recruiting class

We compiled every commit in Michigan State’s 2021 football recruiting class.

Michigan State Football’s 2021 recruiting class looks like it is rounding into shape. Without a full offseason to work with, new MSU head coach Mel Tucker now has a class that is ranked No. 57 in the nation and No. 10 in the Big Ten, however, there are some really good players in this group and I think these players fit a mold that Tucker was looking for (from a size perspective, most notably).

Below, we take a look at every player currently committed to the Spartans as part of their 2021 recruiting class, complete with recruiting scores, national rankings, and more. We will continue to keep this page updated with any future moves.

Every recruiting score listed will be from the 247Sports Composite Rankings.

Michigan State Football offers 2022 3-star DE Aiden Gobaira out of Virginia

The Spartans offered a 6-foot-5 weak side defensive end out of Chantilly High School in Virginia.

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The 2020-21 Michigan State Football motto is ‘relentless’, and despite the postponement of their season, they are still carrying that energy into the fall, but on the recruiting front. The Spartans have sent out a litany of offers this week, and the latest was sent out to Aiden Gobaira, a 2022 3-star weak side defensive end out of Chantilly, Virginia.

Gobaira is a 6-foot-5, 225-pound pass rusher so he certainly fits the mold of a Mel Tucker lineman with his impressive size. Gobaira is ranked as the No. 15 weak side defensive end in the 2022 recruiting class and the No. 11 ranked player in Virginia according to the 247Sports rankings. He is also their No. 344 ranked player nationally overall.

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