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The State News :: Izzo dealing with struggling Appling, Dawson
Appling's struggles hampered the team's success over the past week.
Coach Tom Izzo happy to see Michigan State players' passion | The Detroit News | detroitnews.com
"Late in last weekend's loss at Ohio State, Branden Dawson was taken out in favor of Denzel Valentine. Dawson, a sophomore, came to the bench and slammed his fist into the chair."
Michigan State's Tom Izzo believes it's good Branden Dawson is unhappy with his own play | MLive.com
"Dawson expressed frustration during the Spartans' 68-60 loss at Ohio State, and one year after major knee surgery, he's still working back to where he was."
The State News :: Will Yanakeff finds inner confidence after season of reduced play time
"For the first time in months, Will Yanakeff sang to arena music. He might have had to travel more than 3,500 miles to do so, but for MSU hockey’s junior goaltender, it’s a sign his confidence finally is restored."
Ex-Michigan State CB Johnny Adams impresses in limited combine appearance | MLive.com
"Former Michigan State cornerback Johnny Adams, who has battled a turf toe injury, said he wanted to compete in all of the drills at the NFL Scouting Combine. He didn't do that. But what he did do, he did well."
Was there anyone associated with MSU NOT frustrated with the offensive struggles in 2012?
Michigan State's William Gholston not among top defensive ends at NFL Combine | MLive.com
"There are plenty of questions regarding William Gholston's consistency, but few question his physical tools. Yet, those physical tools didn't translate to a strong showing at the NFL Scouting Combine."
"After Le'Veon Bells workout at the 2013 NFL combine, ESPN NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay says the former Michigan State running back is on the rise."
"'Fat and sassy' is a familiar phrase around the Michigan State basketball program, and it usually surfaces when the Spartans are struggling. And that’s especially true if the struggles were preceded by good performances that led to praise and, perhaps, some inflated egos."