Michigan State Spartans prepare for 2026 season under Pat Fitzgerald
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 1:59 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Michigan State's football team gears up for the 2026 season, marking a new chapter under head coach Pat Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald succeeds Jonathan Smith, who was let go after two seasons. The Spartans are transitioning from Smith's roster while incorporating Fitzgerald's strategies. Key personnel changes include new offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan, aiming to implement an intermediate/downfield passing attack. Redshirt sophomore quarterback Alessio Milivojevic is expected to lead the team after starting during the final games of the 2025 season.
- •Pat Fitzgerald hired as Michigan State's head coach for 2026 season.
- •Jonathan Smith fired after two seasons due to program direction disagreements.
- •Nick Sheridan brought on as offensive coordinator, transitioning away from prior systems.
- •Alessio Milivojevic will lead as quarterback after starting in 2025.
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