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Michigan State aiming for turnaround in Smith’s 2nd season with returning QB Chiles and trio of WRs

Michigan State aims to improve from a 5-7 record last season by retaining over 70 players and featuring record-setting freshman Nick Marsh and key defensive leaders.

  • The Michigan State Spartans will kick off their 2025 football campaign on Friday, August 29, hosting Western Michigan in East Lansing, Michigan.
  • After finishing 5-7 in his first year at the helm, Jonathan Smith and his team are looking to turn around a program that has struggled to achieve consistent winning seasons.
  • Returning dual-threat quarterback Aidan Chiles, despite an uneven starter year, and a trio of talented receivers including record-setting freshman Nick Marsh, bolster the offense.
  • Edge rusher Jalen Thompson, who went without a sack over 12 games, acknowledged that improving that aspect was necessary, while the quarterback highlighted the presence of strong team energy.
  • Michigan State’s offseason retention of 70-plus players and addition of Biletnikoff watch list receivers suggest a focused effort to surpass modest expectations this season.
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Michigan State aiming for turnaround in Smith's 2nd season with returning QB Chiles and trio of WRs

Michigan State's football program is desperately seeking a successful season. Aidan Chiles seems to give the Spartans a shot.

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