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Former Illinois long snapper announces transfer to Michigan State
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A former Illinois long snapper has decided to continue his college football career in the B1G, but it won’t be in Champaign.
On Christmas Day, Nolan Rossback announced via Twitter that he will be continuing his career at Michigan State. He spent one season at Illinois before decided to leave the program.
“Than you to Coach Staten and Coach Dantonio for this incredible opportunity,” Rossback wrote. “It’s an honor to have an opportunity to join the program I grew up loving. I’ve dreamed of being a Spartan for as long as I can remember! I’m beyond excited to start the next chapter of my life as a Spartan!”
Officially a Spartan! Thank you to @DantonioMark and @Coach_Staten for the incredible opportunity! Merry Christmas and Go Green! ✅⚔️ pic.twitter.com/xwq0C5r1Hj
— Nolan Rossback (@NolanRossback) December 25, 2019
Rossback is a native of Hudsonville, Michigan. He was a member of the 2019 recruiting class and was a walk-on player for the Fighting Illini.
Both Michigan State and Illinois finished the 2019 season with 6-6 records.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB