In a major coup for Michigan State University, the Spartans have landed Jake Carter, a top quarterback from the transfer portal, to lead their 2025 offense. The redshirt junior from Oregon State, standing 6-foot-3 and 215 pounds, committed to MSU on May 10, 2025, sparking excitement across Spartan Nation.
Carter’s 2024 season saw him throw for 2,987 yards, 22 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions, earning All-Pac-12 honorable mention. His 412 rushing yards and 5 rushing touchdowns highlight his dual-threat ability, making him an ideal fit for head coach Jonathan Smith’s dynamic offensive system.
Carter’s arrival addresses a critical need after MSU’s 5-7 record in 2024, where quarterback Aidan Chiles showed promise but struggled with consistency. Smith, who coached Carter at Oregon State in 2023, outmaneuvered Auburn, UCLA, and Iowa State to secure the transfer.
The move strengthens a quarterback room that now boasts depth and competition, with Carter likely to start in 2025. His experience, including a 321-yard, three-touchdown game against USC, equips him to face Big Ten giants like Ohio State and Michigan.
Fans erupted on X, with posts like “Carter to Nick Marsh will be unstoppable!” reflecting the optimism. Carter’s deep-ball accuracy and mobility complement MSU’s revamped receiving corps, including transfers Evan Boyd and Rodney Bullard. Enrolling this summer, Carter will build chemistry with teammates before fall camp, where the quarterback competition remains open.
Coach Smith called Carter “a cornerstone” for a program aiming to return to bowl eligibility. This commitment signals MSU’s ambition to reclaim elite status in college football, setting the stage for a thrilling 2025 season in East Lansing.
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