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RECRUITING CEILING: Michigan State 2027 recruiting class OUTLOOK — Ryan Pankey COMMITS

June 8, 2026·30 min
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Michigan State Spartans’ 2027 recruiting class gains momentum as Ryan Pankey, a 6’6” tight end from Colorado, commits following Pat Fitzgerald’s weekend “Pat signals.” Can Michigan State crack the top 25, or will the ceiling for Fitzgerald’s squad fall short of fans’ expectations? Matt Sheehan breaks down the latest commitments, including Pankey’s physical playing style and the state of tight end and offensive line recruiting for the Spartans. Main topics include the impact of potential future commits like Caleb Johnson and Anthony Cartwright, current Big Ten recruiting rankings, and the competitive landscape for coveted prospects. Plus, Matt Sheehan shares candid thoughts on recent NCAA eligibility controversies, comparing the Spartans’ sanctions to high-profile cases elsewhere. With the 2027 class taking shape and recruiting battles heating up, will Michigan State make a statement or settle for mid-pack status? Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started 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.

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