Michigan State Athletic Director Dan Bartholomae and football coach Pat Fitzgerald were photographed discussing name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities following the Spartans' victory over Toledo on September 4, 2026, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
The image, captured by USA TODAY Network via Reuters, highlights the growing focus on NIL funding in college athletics. The story, reported by Darin Radatz for SB Nation, examines the financial landscape surrounding Michigan State football.
