Michigan State University NCAA News

East Lansing -- A lot has changed for Michigan State's offense since Javon Ringer rushed for a school-record 22 touchdowns last season.

At first glance, Michigan State's 76-45 exhibition win versus Northwood University was just a meaningless dress rehearsal while awaiting the home opener on Nov.

Last Saturday was far from the finest hour for either of these defenses. The Broncos saw Kent State's freshman quarterback torch them continuously until he'd racked up a career-best 373 yards passing, more than doubling his average.

The Big Ten put seven teams in the NCAA tournament last season, and only put two players in the NBA Draft.

Tickets to Michigan State's non-conference basketball games are available for purchase.

Last week we poked a little fun at ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg for dissing Michigan and Michigan State in his Big Ten power rankings.

Bowl eligibility. Both teams are coming off losses and need to win two more games to have a chance to play in the postseason.

EAST LANSING - Michigan State forward Raymar Morgan will miss Monday's exhibition game against Grand Valley State and might not be available for the season opener against Florida Gulf Coast on Nov.

After each victory, Minnesota coach Tim Brewster announces a series of team award winners.

Two weeks ago, "Michigan State" and "Big Ten championship" often were mentioned in the same sentence.

With three games left in the regular season, Michigan State has simplified its goals.

Tom Izzo continues to reload as he picked up yet another commitment from one of the country's top prospects, 4 star guard Brandan Kearney.

Coach: Tom Izzo . Last season's record: 31-7 overall, 15-3 in Big Ten . Postseason: Lost in national championship game to North Carolina .

A prestigious bowl game and a high finish in the Big Ten appear to be only wishful thinking at this point in the season for Michigan State.

OUTLOOK: Though many felt 2008-09 was a down year for the Big Ten, the league still managed to have one of its own play for the national championship, and another win the NIT.

Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio says there are lot of factors for why the Spartans can't punch the ball in the end zone on the ground with consistency.

Michigan State came into an exhibition opener against Northwood banged up and didn't escape without a few more players taking lumps.

First Michigan State lost three starters to injury Saturday. Then they lost to Minnesota on a play reminiscent of Franco Harris' Immaculate Reception.

Pretty nasty first half for the Spartans. The defense gives up a score during the first 20 seconds.

Michigan State will open its season on Nov. 13 as the No. 2 team in the country when the Spartans take on Florida Gulf Coast.