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Ranking the 3 most important Michigan State football games in 2025

Whether fans agree with it or not, college coaches don’t get three, four, or even five years to rebuild their programs. In the name image and likeness era of college football, rebuilds need to be done swiftly, or else the seat becomes very hot. Michigan State football coach Jonathan Smith is no exception.

Now let’s be clear, obviously every game is important, especially in a season as short as 12 games, but there are ones I find extra important for various reasons.

In a make-or-break season for Smith, let’s take a look at the three most important games on the schedule that he must win.