Free Press sports writer Chris Solari breaks down the Michigan State football recruits who signed Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period, to play for new coach Pat Fitzgerald and the Spartans :

*Listed in order of prospect ranking; will be updated as players sign

MSU football recruiting class signees for 2026

OT Eli Bickel

School: North Branch.

Vitals: 6 feet 6, 270 pounds.

247 Sports' c omposite ranking: Four stars; No. 457 overall, No. 43 OT.

The buzz: Possesses strong footwork, power at the point of attack and athletic ability to pull and be a lead blocker. Has the toughness and strength to play inside but the size and reach to be on the edge of the offensive line in college. Bickel, the No. 7 player in the state according to 247 Sports' composite ranking

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