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Michigan State confirms football contracts with Central Michigan through 2030

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 1:52 PM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Michigan State confirms football contracts with Central Michigan through 2030

Summary

Michigan State will honor its contracts to play Central Michigan in football in 2027 and 2030. Athletic director Dan Bartholomae stated that moving on from these agreements would not serve MSU's interests. The decision follows controversy surrounding Connor Stalions, who appeared on CMU's sideline during a game in 2023, leading to repercussions for CMU. MSU is set to pay CMU $1.5 million per game, and Bartholomae suggested future scheduling in other sports could continue, while noting he can't commit to further football matches beyond 2030.

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By the Numbers

•MSU plans to play CMU on Sept. 11, 2027, and Aug. 31, 2030.
•Connor Stalions' sideline appearance caused NCAA penalties for CMU.
•Bartholomae was appointed MSU athletic director in August 2026.
•MSU previously beat CMU 31-7 in September 2023, a victory later vacated.
•Bartholomae cited revenue sharing as a reason for honoring the contracts.

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1:52 PMYahoo Sports — MSU will honor football contracts with CMU after Connor Stalions saga

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The last time MSU and CMU played in football, Connor Stalions appeared on CMU's sideline, in disguise, at Spartan Stadium in September 2023.
— Yahoo Sports

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