In an attempt to woo future 2016 prospects into choosing Michigan State, the school invited a large number of recruits to Saturday night’s game against the Michigan Wolverines. Since Michigan State was favored to beat Michigan by a margin of two touchdowns, it was a great opportunity to showcase why the program is ranked eighth in the nation, answering the question most prospects had in mind: why MSU? Below are three recruits Michigan State has its sights on.
Defensive lineman Raekwon Williams is heavily coveted by the Spartans. The 6-foot-6, 280-pound marvel has a lot of strength, making it hard for opponents to block him as he charges against his opponents with no sign of stopping. His head coach Bill Jeske claims that Williams is one of the best players he’s seen in two-plus decades of coaching. Ranking seventh statewide, Williams will be an asset to whichever team he commits to, providing elite physical dimensions and play-reading abilities.
Wide receiver Donnie Corley has been putting in work at Detroit Martin Luther King this season. The 6-foot-2, 180-pound receiver is one of the best in the Midwest for the Class of 2016. Averaging 20 yards per game with 486 yards in total, Corley has proven himself an asset by showcasing his athleticism and endurance.
Linebacker Ethan Tucky is another prospect on the Spartans’ radar. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound junior out of Hayes HS (Delaware, OH) ranked 17th in the nation among outside linebackers. He certainly made an impression at camp last month, running a 4.43 forty yard dash, proving that he has compatible speed for the Spartans’ tenacious defense. Tucky was also named first team All-Conference following his sophomore season after leading his team in tackles with 48.
The Spartans are currently 7-1, moving to 4-0 after their dominant win over Michigan. With exception to their home game next week against Ohio State, head coach Mark Dantonio has to be optimistic about the Spartans’ schedule that follows – Maryland, Rutgers and Penn State, all manageable tasks. If quarterback Connor Cook can keep this fifth-ranked offense in gear, Michigan State will set their sights on a return to the Big Ten title game and perhaps a chance to represent the conference in the inaugural College Football Playoff.
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