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Michigan State football retains 2026 recruiting class under Pat Fitzgerald

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:03 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Michigan State football retains 2026 recruiting class under Pat Fitzgerald
Summary

Michigan State football has successfully kept its 2026 recruiting class intact, securing commitments from 18 players ahead of the early signing period. Under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald, the Spartans added key offensive talent, signifying a stabilizing transition in high school recruiting., four-star wide receiver Samson Gash, recognized as Michigan's top receiver, joined the class. Fitzgerald also initiated a recruiting push in the Chicago area, bringing in defensive prospect Ohimai Ozolua. The focus now shifts to leveraging this early momentum to enhance the roster depth further.

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  • •Michigan State adds 18 players to the 2026 recruiting class.
  • •Samson Gash, top receiver in Michigan, joins the Spartans.
  • •Ohimai Ozolua commits as the first Chicago-area prospect under Fitzgerald.
  • •Fitzgerald aims to strengthen defensive back depth via Chicago recruiting.
  • •Early retention is vital for recruiting momentum in East Lansing.
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  • 3:03 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan State Football Builds 2026 Momentum Early
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Michigan State football kept its 2026 class together and added key help early under Pat Fitzgerald. See what it means for the Spartans.

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