Michigan State football has extended an offer to one of the top instate prospects in the 2028 class.
Elijah Willis of Detroit announced on Thursday that he's picked up an offer from the Spartans. The notable instate target made it known he earned an offer from the Spartans by posting on his social media X account.
Willis is listed as a three-star prospect, with a recruiting rating of 88.50 in 247Sports' composite ratings. He ranks as the No. 47 defensive lineman and No. 9 player from Michigan in the 2028 class. He's also listed as the No. 430 overall prospect in the class.
Michigan State joins a list of nearly 20 schools to offer Willis, according to 247Sports. He also holds offers from Cincinnati, Iowa, Iowa State, Nebraska, Washington, Wisconsin,
Akron, Bowling Green, Kent State, Miami (OH), Ohio, UConn, Western Kentucky and Western Michigan.
After a great call from @CoachTabacca I am blessed to receive an offer from Michigan state @AllenTrieu @ChadSimmons_ @TheD_Zone @MIexposure @TheUCReport @247Sports @On3 @Rivals @CoachAronde @KC_CoachTP pic.twitter.com/hShsP3TO8Z
— elijah willis 3⭐️ (@eli5kk_) October 30, 2026
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