Overview

• Michigan State was blown out 38-13 by UCLA on homecoming, marking a third straight defeat and an 0-3 start in Big Ten play.
• Jonathan Smith said the performance was not good enough and took responsibility after boos from the Spartan Stadium crowd.
• Coverage details a separation cost estimated above $30 million, with one report outlining 62 monthly payments of about $509,000 from December 2025 through January 2031.
• Quarterback Aidan Chiles exited after a helmet-to-helmet hit and did not return, leaving his status uncertain as PFF data showed further offensive regression and lingering special-teams issues.
• Local outlets floated speculative replacement lists and near-term staff changes, and Penn State’s buyout of James Franklin was cited as a fresh benchmark for major coaching moves.