As has been well documented, NFL Network analyst Steve Mariucci is a big time Michigan State guy and close personal friend of Tom Izzo. So when I caught up to Mariucci at NFL Network Media Day, I couldn't help but talk some Sparty. After we discussed some NFL of course, Mariucci used to coach the San Francisco 49ers, and they play in the league's toughest division, the NFC … [Read more...] about 2014 Michigan St. season preview with Steve Mariucci
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Michigan State could be nation’s top team next year
By Paul M. Banks Michigan State entered this past season ranked #2 in the AP poll. They had their struggles in midseason, but played up to the hype when it counted in March. Without top player Kalin Lucas, the Spartans still finished just one HORRIBLE non-call away from playing in the national title game. Butler star forward Gordon Hayward even admitted it himself, … [Read more...] about Michigan State could be nation’s top team next year
Midwest Swing Elite 8 Edition
Paul M. Banks ST LOUIS-I got one of the best compliments ever following the taking of the picture you see above. Some random dude said something that made me think, "this must be what Justin Timberlake feels like every day." … [Read more...] about Midwest Swing Elite 8 Edition
Fridays with Izzo: Draymond Green’s Development
By Paul M. Banks Welcome to a new quasi-weekly feature where we discuss some of the biggest topics in the Michigan State Spartan world, with the insight and observations of legendary coach Tom Izzo. This installment covers the ascension of sophomore forward Draymond Green. … [Read more...] about Fridays with Izzo: Draymond Green’s Development