He was hired as Georgia Tech’s AD in 2022 and helped transform that program’s fundraising. At MSU, he helped found Spartan Ventures to transform that athletic department’s fundraising.
Batt’s potential departure comes in the wake of Michigan State’s recent presidential transition. He ‘s also been the AD at Georgia Tech. He brings a reputation as a prolific fundraiser from his time at Alabama, ECU and Maryland coming up the ranks.
Sources: Michigan State AD J Batt has emerged as the target of Kentucky’s Athletic Director search. The deal is not finalized, but Kentucky is amid a strong push to bring Batt back to the SEC.
Michigan State’s 2027 offensive line class is beginning to take shape in a big way after the addition of four-star offensive tackle Caleb Johnson, giving the Spartans a growing foundation up front with more targets still on the board(VIP)
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BREAKING: Michigan State will host Cincinnati DL commit Zay’vion Smith this weekend for an official visit as the Spartans look to make a strong push to flip the 6-5 2027 prospect. Winston DeLattiboudere leading the charge for MSU on a key summer visit
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In March, @SpartanTailgate readers asked me which recruit I’d choose for #MichiganState to land in this class, out of all the targets on the board…
The Spartans have now landed him.
MSU beat out defending national champion Indiana and OL factory Iowa for 4⭐️ OT Caleb Johnson.
BREAKING: Michigan State picks up a massive commitment from 2027 Noblesville, IN 4 ⭐️ OT Caleb Johnson
The Spartans beat out Indiana and Iowa, among others for his commitment. Big win for Pat Fitzgerald and Nick Tabacca
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BREAKING: Michigan State picks up a massive commitment from 2027 Noblesville, IN 4 ⭐️ OT Caleb Johnson
The Spartans beat out Indiana and Iowa, among others for his commitment. Big win for Pat Fitzgerald and Nick Tabacca
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Thank you to everyone at Michigan State who made last weekend awesome! The relationships, the people, and the culture made it clear this was the right fit. Ready to get to work.
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BREAKING: Michigan State has added another piece to its 2026 roster, landing former Division II defensive lineman Aidan Boehle. The 6-foot-6 defender arrives in East Lansing with two years of eligibility remaining 247sports.com/college/michig…
"Fans can expect to see the toughest Michigan State football team that we've ever had."
Michigan State Football Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald joins Jason Benetti and Dan Petry in the booth!