ESPN: Recruiting Q&A - MSU's Mark Dantonio

Michigan State might be the nation’s best developmental program, turning overlooked and undervalued prospects into stars. But after back-to-back top-5 finishes and major bowl wins, the Spartans are upgrading their profile on the recruiting trail. As coach Mark Dantonio said throughout signing day, MSU is no longer selling hope, but results.

The school on Wednesday signed a 20-member class that could crack the Top 25 of ESPN RecruitingNation's final rankings. Michigan State hit it big at quarterback, running back and offensive line, while adding some quality pieces to its signature defense as well. Unlike signing day 2014, Wednesday provided much less drama in East Lansing.

All it takes is a look at the Michigan State roster to see that Dantonio doesn't run off players, even if it means the Spartans have a few scholarship players on the team that were clearly misses and contribute little on Saturdays. The message Dantonio sends to his football team by honoring players' scholarships is more important to him than a few roster spots. The Spartans' ninth-year head coach is a firm believer the chemistry that creates has been a key to MSU's rise to championship contender.

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