Jonathan Smith already raving about freshman DL Derrick Simmons

Jul 24, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith speaks to the media during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images | Lucas Peltier-Imagn ImagesFall camp has officially begun for Michigan State football and second-year head coach Jonathan Smith is already raving about some of his new players.

Smith has spoken highly of his team and the fall camp teaser that the Spartans' official X account posted on Tuesday has fans excited about what to expect in 2025. While expectations may be tempered due to back-to-back-to-back bowl-less seasons, they're slowly rising with every positive quote coming out…