Pat Fitzgerald emphasizes toughness as MSU football opens camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:39 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Michigan State football begins preseason camp today with head coach Pat Fitzgerald focusing on toughness and team unity. Quarterback Alessio Milivojevic is set to lead the Spartans under Fitzgerald, who aims to restore the program's culture after a challenging period. As the team resides in dorms during camp, they will build connections in preparation for their first game against Toledo on September 4. Fitzgerald highlighted the importance of relationships and commitment among players while recalling their challenging past season.
- •MSU football starts preseason camp on August 6, 2026.
- •Alessio Milivojevic is named starting quarterback.
- •Pat Fitzgerald emphasizes building team relationships.
- •Spartans will live in dorms during training camp.
- •First game of the season is September 4 against Toledo.
- 10:39 AMYahoo Sports — Pat Fitzgerald sees toughness MSU football needs in Alessio Milivojevic
"As the Pat Fitzgerald era opens, Michigan State football's coach wants "to be genuine and authentic" while trying to revive his image and new program.
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