gang-green.blogspot.com —  Dantonio has never been one to take obvious, hate-filled shots at Michigan. He's more or less subtle and witty while doing it -- until yesterday, of course. But even then, his words weren't out of line. They were great for the rivalry. read more »
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mlive.com —  Perhaps it's all the years Mark Dantonio spent in his football life with the University of Michigan as the enemy — 14 years of coaching at Michigan State and Ohio State might grow a man's disdain for Ann Arbor. Or maybe the Spartans' sixth-year head coach is just better with words and wit than he sometimes lets on. read more »
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gang-green.blogspot.com —  Michigan State Spartans football followers may not be all that familiar with Connor Cook. But they will be April 28 during the team's Spring Game in East Lansing. Cook, a redshirt freshman, will run both offenses in the spring scrimmage, according to a report, now that starter Andrew Maxwell is out with a sprained knee. read more »
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proboxing-fans.com —  On the undercard of the Bernard Hopkins vs. Chad Dawson rematch, American heavyweight hopeful Seth Mitchell is featured, taking on Chazz Witherspoon. Mitchell and Witherspoon took part in a conference call recently to discuss their upcoming fight, and right here you can read the entire transcript and collection of quotes from each man read more »
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ringtv.craveonline.com —  Mitchell is after his 10th consecutive stoppage victory against Witherspoon, who has reeled off four straight knockout victories since, himself, being stopped by southpaw contender Tony Thompson in the ninth round in December of 2009 at Boardwalk Hall. read more »
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freep.com —  Backup wide receivers Rashied Davis and Maurice Stovall are still on the market. The Lions didn't add anyone at the position in free agency. And while a couple of last year's practice-squad receivers have enticing potential, the Lions still will be in the market for a pass catcher in next week's draft. One prospect who could be of interest is Michigan State's Keshawn Martin. read more »
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freep.com —  One of the fastest rising recruits in Michigan for the class of 2013 is Detroit Cass Tech offensive tackle Dennis Finley. The 6-foot-6, 285-pound prospect already has a solid list of scholarship offers and is looking at Michigan State. read more »
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greenthoughtsmsu.com —  Mark Dantonio talks with BTN about Spring Football and Kirk Cousins talks about the upcoming NFL draft. read more »
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lansingstatejournal.com —  Larry Caper needs no reminder that he’s embarking on the backstretch of his career at Michigan State. That’s why the senior running back wants to take advantage of every opportunity that presents itself. read more »
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freep.com —  Last year, Joel Heath always was the other guy. Relegated to the Michigan State scout team, the freshman spent his time simulating a player on the opponent's defense, not practicing the defense his teammates ran on Saturdays. It was the role of most true freshmen on an elite team that redshirted all but one player -- linebacker Taiwan Jones -- in Heath's class. read more »
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detroitnews.com —  A year ago, Michigan State's football team had plenty of questions as spring practice reached the halfway point. Specifically, the defense, which was replacing better than 450 career tackles at the linebacker position. After a season in which the Spartans were one of the best defenses in the country, and the linebackers were the heart of the unit, all three starters return. read more »
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statenews.com —  Although the MSU football team might have lost junior quarterback Andrew Maxwell for the remaining spring practices, the Spartans are beginning to see some injured players get back on the field. Senior linebacker Chris Norman and junior wide receiver Bennie Fowler both participated with the team, albeit in a limited capacity. Fowler missed most of last season with a nagging foot injury while Norman was recovering from an injury to his shoulder. read more »
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detroitnews.com —  Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio isn't too concerned with all the attention in-state rival Michigan has garnered with an 11-2 record last season in Brady Hoke's first season — and the Wolverines' recruiting success. "We're laying in the weeds," Dantonio told ESPN.com in a story Wednesday. "We've beat Michigan the last four years. So where's the threat?"

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lansingstatejournal.com —  A lingering knee sprain will keep Michigan State junior quarterback Andrew Maxwell out of Saturday’s Green and White spring football game at Spartan Stadium. read more »
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msuspartans.com —  Video from MSUSpartans.com from spring practice where Coach Dantonio talks about Andrew Maxwell's knee injury. Connor Cook and QB Coach Dave Warner also talk about the opportunity for increased reps for Connor. read more »
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