Spartans Special Teams Rise Under Fitzgerald

Michigan State’s special teams are flying under the radar again this year, thanks to a fresh start under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald. Punter Rhys Dakin and kick returner Kenneth Williams earned preseason All-Big Ten second-team honors — a huge leap from last year when their punter was the only All-Big Ten player and even got drafted. Fitzgerald, who took over in December, is building a roster with returning talent and transfers, including Dakin and Williams, who both came from Iowa and Nebraska respectively. Special teams coordinator LeVar Woods, known for elite units, is leading the charge. Beyond special teams, linebacker Jordan Hall, a captain and top tackler, and offensive linemen Trent Fraley and Conner Moore — both FCS All-Americans — round out the preseason honors. With a home opener against Toledo on September 4th, Fitzgerald is optimistic about the team’s depth and competition, signaling a promising rebuild. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/9c6be5d916611b49