Baby steps before big breakthrough
Adam Rittenberg, ESPN.comMichigan State has improved a little bit in each of Mark Dantonio's two seasons in charge. That's the plan, as the Spartans hope patience and baby steps will turn them into a Big Ten contender.
Story | Conversation | August 27, 2009Price is right for Connecticut
Adam Rittenberg, ESPN.comWith 800 wins under his belt, UConn coach Jim Calhoun has already built his legacy. A.J. Price, who poured in a career-high 36 points in a win at Marquette, would like to establish his.
Story | Conversation | February 25, 2009Purdue D creates horror show for MSU
Adam Rittenberg, ESPN.comPurdue beat a top-5 team at home for the first time in 17 years. How? With a relentless, blue-collar defense that harassed and out-toughed Michigan State all night long.
Story | Conversation | February 17, 2009Rodriguez's offense is innovative but not completely foreign to Big Ten
Adam Rittenberg, ESPN.comRich Rodriguez is said to be bringing an innovative offense to the Big Ten. But it wasn't long ago that Joe Tiller shook up the conference with his unique offense, writes Adam Rittenberg.
Story | Conversation | August 19, 2008Wildcats Sutton, Smith share film room secrets against Michigan State
Adam Rittenberg, ESPN.comThe film room is a sanctum for players and coaches. What do players look for when scouting other teams and themselves? What tendencies do they pick up? Adam Rittenberg sat down with two Northwestern players to find out.
Story | Conversation | October 20, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "michigan state spartans" make the list?