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Michigan State football adds Illinois S/LB Henry Sakalas to 2027 class

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:26 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Michigan State football adds Illinois S/LB Henry Sakalas to 2027 class
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Michigan State football secured its ninth commitment for the 2027 class with Henry Sakalas, a hybrid safety/linebacker from Nazareth Academy in La Grange, Illinois. Announced on June 4, Sakalas is a three-star prospect, standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 195 pounds. He chose the Spartans over offers from Nebraska, Illinois, Minnesota, and West Virginia. This commitment follows recent pledges from other Illinois players, including Matthew Brady and Ohimai Ozolua. Sakalas is ranked as the No. 87 safety and 855th overall player by 247Sports.com.

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  • •Commitment from Henry Sakalas confirmed on June 4.
  • •Sakalas is a three-star prospect from Nazareth Academy.
  • •He is the third Illinois commitment for Michigan State's 2027 class.
  • •Ranked No. 87 safety nationally by 247Sports.com.
  • •Previous commitments include linebacker Matthew Brady and edge rusher Ohimai Ozolua.
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  • 6:26 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan State football adds Illinois S/LB Henry Sakalas to 2027 class
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Michigan State football got its ninth commitment for 2027 and third from Illinois in S/LB Henry Sakalas from Nazareth Academy in La Grange, Illinois.

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