Fitzgerald Returns to Big Ten | Michigan State Spartans Football News

Pat Fitzgerald’s return to the Big Ten is electrifying—this time as Michigan State’s head coach, fresh off a controversial exit from Northwestern and a settlement over hazing allegations. He’s bringing his grit, mentorship philosophy, and a bag of chips (metaphorically speaking) to revive the Spartans, who haven’t had a winning season since 2021. With a renewed mission to win a Big Ten title, he’s already embedding his values—like letting players vote for the No. 1 jersey—while honoring his Northwestern roots. Even rivals are rooting for his comeback, as he prepares to prove himself on the field and lead young men into championship contention. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b1523d9f7b4fe5b2