Will Michigan State football KEEP or FIRE Jonathan Smith after underwhelming season? | MSU podcast

Michigan State Spartans face a potential doomsday scenario as questions swirl around Jonathan Smith’s future and the program’s direction. Amid NCAA sanctions and a struggling Big Ten campaign, controversy erupts over whether Michigan State will stick with Smith or search for a new leader. Recruiting setbacks, lack of NIL momentum, and transfer portal concerns threaten to derail rebuilding efforts—can the Spartans administration find a bold solution? Brian Smith and Matt Sheehan tackle hot-button issues like MSU’s wavering commitment, fan apathy vs. outrage, and the looming risk of losing key talents like Nick Marsh. The debate heats up over NIL spending, player retention, and administrative strategy as the team faces critical matchups against Iowa and Maryland. Will another blowout defeat spark change, or is Michigan State headed for another disappointing year? Don’t miss this candid breakdown of Spartan football’s harsh crossroads. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.