East Lansing, MI —Michigan State football has just scored a major recruiting victory to kick off June with a bang! Braylon Hodge, a highly sought-after 3-star linebacker from Englewood, Colorado, has officially committed to the Spartans, shutting down his recruitment entirely after a game-changing visit to East Lansing this past weekend.
Hodge, a standout in the class of 2026, was originally slated to take official visits to Utah, Iowa, and Minnesota — all Power Five programs aggressively pursuing his commitment. But after experiencing Michigan State’s culture, coaching staff, and facilities firsthand, the 6’2”, 220-pound linebacker knew he had found his future home.
> “The energy in East Lansing is different. It just felt right,” Hodge told local reporters. “Coach [insert name] made it clear how I’d fit in their system, and I’m excited to be part of something special.”
Ranked as a high 3-star prospect with a growing buzz on the recruiting trail, Hodge is known for his sideline-to-sideline speed, football IQ, and hard-hitting style — a perfect fit for Michigan State’s defensive scheme. Analysts project him as a potential early contributor, with his high motor and physicality setting him apart from others in his class.
With Hodge’s commitment, head coach Jonathan Smith continues to build momentum in his first full recruiting cycle. This surprise pledge sends a strong message across the Big Ten and reaffirms MSU’s growing pull with out-of-state talent.
Spartan fans, buckle up — the 2026 class just got a lot more exciting.
Go Green. Go White.
