Michigan State Spartans to Face Toledo Rockets in Season Opener

The Michigan State Spartans are set to start their 2026 college football season with a matchup against the Toledo Rockets at Spartan Stadium on Friday, broadcasted on FS1.

This game marks the beginning of a new chapter for both teams, as Michigan State has appointed Pat Fitzgerald as their head coach, aiming to revitalize a program that last had a winning season in 2021. Fitzgerald will oversee a restructured roster as he evaluates the team's potential.

Toledo also welcomes a new head coach, Mike Jacobs, who takes over after Jason Candle's departure to UConn. Jacobs, with a successful coaching record of 94-23, will attempt to maintain Toledo's status as a leading program in the MAC, although the team may face challenges due to its revamped roster and coaching staff against a Big Ten opponent.