Michigan State develops cornerbacks during roster turnover
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Michigan State Spartans cornerbacks are preparing for the upcoming season with significant roster changes. The team lost multiple players to the transfer portal, including starters Malcolm Bell and Joshua Eaton. Under new coach Hank Poteat, the focus is on integrating both returning players and transfers like Tre Bell and Tyran Chappell. This season marks a challenge for Spartan coaches as they try to establish a competitive secondary amidst an ongoing reshuffle of the squad.
- •Michigan State lost several cornerbacks to transfers.
- •Coach Hank Poteat is managing a reshuffled lineup.
- •Key transfers include Tre Bell and Tyran Chappell.
- •Returning corners have limited experience.
- •Michigan State's defense seeks stability in the secondary.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 Position Group Preview Series: Cornerbacks
"Transfer players likely lead the CB room for MSU this year
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